How to Add Words to the iPhone Dictionary

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Tap the gear icon on your iPhone’s home screen.

   The Settings menu of your device will open up.
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   Step 2: Tap the General option.

   This will open up the General Settings menu. , In the General Settings menu, scroll down a bit and tap “Keyboard” to open the Keyboard Settings menu.
   
   When you enter the Keyboard Settings menu, check that these are enabled:
   Auto Correction, Check Spelling, and “.” Shortcut. , This will depend on the iOS version on your iPhone. ,, You can leave the "shortcut" box empty.
   
   Click on "Save" when you're done. , You can see and use your inputted word without autocorrect interfering.
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   Step 3: Go to Keyboard.

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   Step 4: Tap on "Add Shortcut" or "Text Replacement".

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   Step 5: Tap on the "Plus" sign or "Edit" to add a new word.

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   Step 6: Type in the word you want to add in the "Phrase" box.

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   Step 7: Finished.

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