Gboard is arguably the most popular keyboard on Android right now. It has tons of options and features, and the customization options are pretty good, with choices for colors, scenery y gradients. But maybe you are one of those who need more customization, that having everything to your liking is a very positive point for you, but you do not want to give up the utilities of Gboard. Well, we bring you 100 more themes for Gboard! Not bad right?
Before we start, we advise that This is for root usersIf you are not rooted, you will not be able to follow the following steps. We also need to have Magisk installed and, of course, the Gboard Android keyboardThat said, let's get started. We'll explain step by step how to get these new themes and also how to take advantage of the customization options built into Gboard to get the most out of them.
What is Gboard and why is it worth customizing?
Gboard is the Google's official keyboard for mobile devicesIt comes pre-installed on most Android phones and is also available for iOS. It stands out for being a lightweight, fast keyboard with many integrated features: GIF search, stickers, automatic translation, voice typing, advanced clipboard or even the famous "Emoji Kitchen" for combining emojis.
One of the features most valued by users is the possibility of change keyboard themeThanks to this, you can adapt Gboard to your style: solid colors, light or dark gradients, landscape backgrounds, or even use your own photos as background so that the keyboard is completely unique.
In addition to the official themes, Gboard allows you to modify other visual aspects such as the keyboard height’s most emblematic landmarks, the one hand mode or the presence of border on the keysBy combining all these options with the Magisk module we'll discuss below, you have a huge range of customization without losing any of the advanced features of the Google keyboard.
Step 1. Install the Gboard themes module with Magisk
To begin, we open Magisk, let's go to the left-hand menu and access the section Downloads. Once there it is as simple as searching gboard themes in the search bar. We install the result that appears and we restart the device for the changes to be applied correctly.
We can also download the module from XDA DevelopersAs always. Using these types of modules is a very convenient way to Add over 100 extra tracks which are already included natively by Gboard, without needing to change keyboards or give up their functions.
It is important to remember that these modifications are based on the root access of the deviceTherefore, they are only recommended for advanced users who are already familiar with Magisk, system backups, and recovery if necessary.
Step 2. Open the Gboard menu and access the themes
Like everything in Android there are several ways to do the same thing, but here the end is Open the Gboard menu and theme settingsIn case you don't know how to do it, we'll explain it in detail, because this same access will also be useful in the future for changing official themes, adjusting vibration, or tweaking any other keyboard settings.
A quick way is to press and hold the button for a second. comaRelease it and you'll enter Gboard settings; there you just have to go to ThemesThis method is useful when you're already writing in any app and want to change topics on the fly.
The other way is to press the button with the google icon Located at the top left of the keyboard. Tapping there will display new icons in the same spot; we click on the palette to directly access the themes menu without going through other settings.
If you prefer to access it from the system settings, you'll also find Gboard there. System > Languages and input > Virtual keyboard > Gboard > ThemeAll these paths lead to the same point: the screen where you can manage both the official themes and those added by the Magisk module.
Step 3. Check out the new topics and the System section
With this we already have the new themesYou'll see that there's a new section within the topics called SystemThere you can see all the new topics we've addedThis way, you'll have a choice between Google's default options and the new ones. You certainly won't run out of choices because the catalog is growing significantly.
Remember that you should click on Show more in each section (both Google's default themes and new ones) to see all the available themes. It's easy to only see part of the catalog at first glance, so it's a good idea to expand it to make sure you don't miss any.
Some are just new colorsBut others are truly interesting topics, with background images o meticulously crafted designs which completely change the feeling of typing. You can switch between them as many times as you like until you find the one that best suits your daily style, or even have a different one for light and dark mode.
In the photo above, on the left you can see some of the themes that come pre-installed with Gboard; on the right are the new themes we've installed (some of them, of course). The change is noticeable, isn't it? And you can always... Return to an official topic if any module design doesn't quite convince you.
We also remind you that you can try all the keyboards with the key border on or offThis small change can greatly alter the design and readability: with a border, the keys are more easily distinguished; without a border, the keyboard looks cleaner and more minimalist.
More ways to get new themes on Gboard without root
If you are not a root user or prefer not to install additional modules, Gboard also offers many new themes from within the app itselfIn more recent versions, Google has been adding theme collections with clear gradients y dark gradientslandscapes, solid colors and abstract backgrounds.
To change the theme without root access, you can follow these general steps from your Android settings: open the app of Configuration, go into System > Languages and inputs > Virtual keyboard > Gboard > Theme and choose the design you want. Then just press Apply so that the new look is activated immediately in all your applications.
Another very interesting option is to create a Completely black theme for AMOLED screensAlthough Gboard doesn't always offer pure black among its options, you can achieve it like this: open Gboard settings, go to Themes, tap the icon traditionalSelect any photo from your gallery, lower the background brightness to 0%, and apply it. This will give you a keyboard with true black that helps... save battery on AMOLED panels.
Additionally, you can adjust from Gboard's preferences sounds and vibration When pressing keys, changing the keyboard height, activate the one-handed mode or modify the swipe typing. By combining all of this with the additional themes, you can have a very comfortable keyboard perfectly adapted to your typing style.
How about? Are you going to install them? They look great to us! Whether you use the 100+ additional themes via Magisk or just want to take full advantage of the ones included by Google, Gboard lets you create a fully customized keyboard, visually appealing and full of advanced features without needing to switch applications.