Turn Off Autocorrect on Android

This article teaches you how to turn off the function on your Android device that automatically inserts the word it "thinks" you want to type.

Steps

Open your device's Settings. It's typically shaped like a gear (⚙️), but it may also be an icon that contains slider bars.
Scroll down and tap Language & input. It's in the "PERSONAL" section of the menu.
Tap your active keyboard. It will likely be Android keyboard or Google keyboard.
Tap Text correction. It's typically near the middle of the menu.
Slide the "Auto-correction" button to the "Off" position. The button will turn white.
- On some devices, it may be a box that you need to uncheck.
- Auto-correction may be re-enabled after an Android update, so you may have to turn it off, once again.
Press the Home button. Now your text will no longer be auto-corrected as you type on your Android device.

Play with different settings to see how you like them. Try Swype texting, too, if you have the option.