Editing Chinese input method (section)

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Several [[input methods]] allow the use of [[Chinese characters]] with computers. Most allow selection of characters based either on their pronunciation or their graphical shape. Phonetic input methods are easier to learn but are less efficient, while graphical methods allow faster input, but have a steep [[learning curve]].

Other methods allow users to write characters directly via [[touchscreen]]s, such as those found on mobile phones and tablet computers.