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Questions tagged [mobile]

This tag should be used for questions about writing on mobile devices, whether they are dedicated to writing or all-purpose tools like smartphones that also allow you to write on them.

This tag should be used for questions about writing on mobile devices, whether they are dedicated to writing or all-purpose tools like smartphones that also allow you to write on them. You can use this tag for example to ask about best practices when it comes to writing on a mobile device or when you are searching for or that might assist you in writing on a mobile device.

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What's a good writing software for Android phones/tablets?

Everyone once in a while while I'm out I come up with something I want to add to my story. Are there any good writing apps for Android phones and tablets? Most places that recommend mobile writing software recommend iPhone apps, but what about the…
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Hardware-based Word Processor

Do they still make hardware-based word processors? I would like a portable, no-frills dedicated machine for writing. The Neo from Alpha Smart looks close but $150 seems excessive for calculator power in a big case. A used laptop might be an…
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Best writing app for phone?

I'm currently using Google doc for writing, but I've noticed recently that it is very slow to use (it takes a few seconds for my words to appear on screen) It is very frustrating. My book has reached 100+ pages so that could be the reason behind…
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Mobile writing: can you write substantial works on a Psion palmtop or similar?

Context I've just picked up a second hand Psion 5MX with the intention of using it to fit in the gap between when not at a desk/laptop and when in need of more than just a phone for jotting notes. I've found the keyboard a little 'viscose' at…
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Why do people say putting a "." (full stop) inside "" quote marks is grammatically correct/right?

The question I'm asking is why people put a "." (full stop) inside "" quote marks, why is this grammatically correct/right for English? From my computer coding knowledge, I think the quoted text - coding: (literal) string sequence of characters - is…
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