Typinator FAQs

How can I transfer an abbreviation set from one computer to another one?
If you wish to use Typinator on more than one computer, we suggest using Dropbox...
Can I turn off the sound in Typinator?
Yes, you can turn off the sound in Typinator!However, please note that Typinator...
Types of case variations and their differences
If an abbreviation consists of letters, you can use the pop-up menu next to the ...
Why is there a strange Typinator icon in the menu bar?
Typinator shows variants of its "T" icon in the menu bar to indicate situations ...
How can I transfer all my Typinator abbreviations to a new computer?
To move all your abbreviations from one Mac to another one you need to transfer ...
Is it possible to expand an abbreviation in the middle of a word?
Normally, Typinator does not replace abbreviations that occur in the middle of a...
How transition from TextExpander to Typinator
In past, we were happy to welcome many former TextExpander customers who switche...
How can I define special characters for triggering expansions?
This is not needed with Typinator. Typinator automatically expands an abbreviati...
Why do typed abbreviations remain in the text when an expansion takes place?
Typinator simulates certain keystroke sequences to select or delete the typed ab...
Why do abbreviations in a certain set not expand when I type them?
This can have a number of reasons:The set containing the abbreviation may be dis...
Why does a space character appear before an expansion in an MS Word document?
This is caused by the "Smart cut and paste" option of MS Word. In some cases, Wo...
Why do I have to enable "Privacy & Security > Accessibility" and how can I do it?
Typinator requires a global macOS setting to monitor keystrokes. Per default, th...
Is Typinator compatible with macOS Tahoe?
Yes, in general the latest version of Typinator runs on macOS Tahoe.
Is Typinator compatible with older system versions?
Yes, we take special care not to leave our long-time users behind. The latest ve...
How do I uninstall Typinator?
To uninstall Typinator, perform these steps:Open the Typinator window.In Prefere...