Unexpected Keyboard APK v2.1.0 · Latest Version for Android
Unexpected Keyboard is a light, privacy-friendly keyboard where you swipe keys toward corners for extra characters. Great for Termux and coding.
- Version
- 2.1.0
- Updated
- Sep 9, 2026
- Size
- 1.1 MB
- Requires
- Android 5.0+
- Developer
- Jules Aguillon
- Category
- Personalization
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Package
- juloo.keyboard2
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What is Unexpected Keyboard?
Unexpected Keyboard packs many characters into a compact layout: each key has extra symbols in its corners that you type by swiping toward them. It was originally designed for programmers using Termux, so arrows, Tab, Esc and Ctrl are always within reach.
Key Features
- Swipe toward key corners for extra characters
- Ctrl, Alt, Esc, Tab and arrow keys built in
- Many layouts for different languages
- Very small and fast
- No ads, no internet access
Getting Started
Enable it in keyboard settings and spend a few minutes learning the corner gestures. It is especially handy for terminal and code editing on phones.
Open Source and Privacy
Unexpected Keyboard is developed in the open by Jules Aguillon and released under the GPL-3.0 license. The code is hosted at github.com/Julow/Unexpected-Keyboard, so anyone can check what the app does. The version on this page has no ads or tracking libraries flagged by F-Droid.
How to Install Unexpected Keyboard APK
- Tap Download and get the Unexpected Keyboard v2.1.0 APK (1.1 MB).
- Optional: compare the file’s SHA-256 checksum with the one on the download page.
- Open the file and allow your browser or file manager to install unknown apps if asked.
- Tap Install. Updates from the same source install over this one and keep your data, because they are signed with the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Unexpected Keyboard free?
Yes. Unexpected Keyboard is free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0 license. It has no ads and no paid version is required to use it.
Is this Unexpected Keyboard APK safe?
The APK on this page is the original file published in the F-Droid repository, unmodified. Its SHA-256 checksum is listed on the download page so you can verify it, and the full source code is public.
What Android version does Unexpected Keyboard need?
Unexpected Keyboard v2.1.0 requires Android 5.0 or newer.
Where can I find the source code of Unexpected Keyboard?
The source code is available at https://github.com/Julow/Unexpected-Keyboard. You can read it, report issues or contribute there.