How to install Chinese input in English Ubuntu

input-method chinese ibus fcitx pinyin

Solution 1:

fcitx should have better supports for all Chinese input methods.

  1. Switch the input system to fcitx in Language Support. (If you don't know what is "Language Support", just search it on the dash.)

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  2. Download the latest Sogou PinYin fcitx plugin from this.

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  3. Double click to launch Ubuntu Software to install the deb installation pack.

  4. Relogin your account.

  5. Try to switch to sogou pinyin input method under the fcitx input method list in the right-hand side of the top bar.

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  6. Type nih or nihao.

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