Windows 11 offers a function called Inking that collects your typing history. Windows uses this to gradually build a personal dictionary consisting of unique words and names, while also taking note of your personal typing style. Your personal dictionary then offers improved typing suggestions from your saved words. It will also build multiple dictionaries for the different languages you use.
This is a very useful function for improving your typing speed and spellchecking.
Note: Turning on personal inking will send all your typing data to Microsoft. If you are concerned about privacy, you may prefer to leave it turned off.
How to turn on Personal Inking
- Click on Start ⊞ and select Settings ⚙.
- Click on Privacy and Security.
- Click on Inking and Typing personalization.
- Set the slider to On or Off according to your preference.
How to view or clear your personal dictionary
- Click on Start ⊞ and select Settings ⚙.
- Click on Privacy and Security.
- Select Inking and Typing personalization.
- Click on Personal dictionary to view your personal dictionary.
- Click on Clear your personal dictionary to clear all words from your dictionary.