Quick Answer To set up custom text shortcuts on Android, use your keyboard’s settings. For Gboard, go to Settings > Dictionary > Personal Dictionary, then add a word and its shortcut.

Text is now even easier with this shortcut feature on iOS devices, Samsung and Android phones. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how to customize them.

Open the App: Launch the shortcut maker app and follow its instructions to create a custom shortcut for any setting or app feature.

Google has released the first Android 14 beta, and apps can now add custom actions and shortcuts.