• How do I type Japanese on my Android device?

  NOTE: All the names for menus and the locations might be slightly different depending on the devices How to type kana/kanji/romaji on Android and the rules on typing certain letters On an Android, there are two ways of inputting Japanese.  QWERTY Method You can use the QWERTY keyboard method just like on your computer to type in romaji or to produce kana and kanji. The only real difference is that on your smartphone the suggested kanji appear above your keyboard instead of in a nPopular

• Is there romaji?

  We made a decision early on to encourage our users to type in Japanese instead of romaji whenever possible, and thus we don't have many romaji prompts in our videos, if at all.  The purpose of this decision is to train you right from the start to be able to type out and identify the correct Japanese words when necessary instead of relying on romaji. The best way to get quiz answers right is to either: Type words in Japanese using a Japanese input tool, or Type out the romaji that correPopular

• How do I switch between languages?

  You can change your language settings in MoreSettings>Language Settings: You can go back and forth as much as you like. FluentU will keep track of your progress for each language.Popular

• How to use the FluentU Chrome extension on YouTube?

  Enhance your language learning experience using FluentU's Chrome extension on YouTube. Please take note that you need an active FluentU subscription. The YouTube video should have subtitles available. Caption should be turned On. Follow these steps to install and use the FluentU Chrome extension on YouTube. Step 1: Install Google Chrome The Chrome extension is only compatible with Google Chrome. If you don't have Chrome installed, download and install it from the following link:Popular

• How do I set up the Chinese keyboard on my Windows PC?

  How to set up the Chinese keyboard on Windows 10 Go to Settings. Click on ‘Time & Language.’ Select ‘Region & Language’ and then click on ‘Add a language.’ In the new window, scroll down to select ‘Chinese (Simplified, China)’ or ‘Chinese (Traditional, Hong Kong SAR),’ depending on the type of Chinese you want to type in. Click ‘Next’ and install the language pack. Make sure ‘Set as my Windows display language’ is deselected and click ‘Install.’ Back in the language sectiSome readers

• How do I use the "Import Video" feature?

  FluentU's "Import Video" feature allows users to bring their preferred video content into the platform for a personalized learning experience. Here's everything you need to know about using this feature effectively. Imported videos are only visible to the user who uploaded them. Other users cannot view or access these videos or their captions. Each user can import only one video per day, across all languages. Maximum length per video: 15 minutes. The import only works when subFew readers

• How do I type Chinese on my Windows PC?

  Pinyin After installing a Chinese Keyboard, click the ‘ENG’ icon located on the screen’s bottom right-hand corner. You should be able to see the Microsoft Pinyin Keyboard appear, select the keyboard you want to use. Type the pronunciation of the character (Pinyin) you want to write down using your keyboard. A pop-up with suggested characters will appear, giving you the ability to choose a specific character. (When you start typing, you may need to hit Shift to type in Chinese as theFew readers

• How do I set up the Russian keyboard on my Windows PC?

  Open Settings Time & Language Language Add a Preferred Language. Type “Russian” and select it from the list. Select “Install Language Pack,” choose any or all of the features you would like to install (such as text-to-speech and handwriting) and click Install. Do not choose “Set as my display language” unless you want Windows to be in Russian as well. Once the Russian Language Pack has finished installing, you can hit the Windows Key + Space Bar to toggle languages from your defauFew readers

• How do I set up the Russian keyboard on my Mac?

  On your Mac, go to the Apple menu by clicking on the Apple icon at the top left of the screen and select ‘System Preferences'. Then select Keyboard and from there click on Input Sources. Click the plus button at the bottom left of the window, type “Russian,” select it from the list, and add it. Be sure that “Show Input menu in menu bar” is selected. Turn screen keyboardFew readers

• How do I change my language level?

  If you're on the website, you can change your language level by: Click on "More" "Settings" Click on "Language Settings" Choose your level at "Your Language Level" In the app, you can change your language level in Settings>Language, as shown here:  (https://storage.crisp.chaFew readers

• How do I set up the Japanese keyboard on my Windows PC?

  Open Settings Time & Language Language Add a Preferred Language. Type “Japanese” and select it from the list. Select “Install Language Pack,” choose any or all of the features you would like to install (such asFew readers

• Guide or Tutorial on using FluentU

  Here's a video to show you some of the features of FluentU. It's a bit old, so it does not include some of the new features, but still helpful. You may also find the information that you need in our FAQs here.Few readers

• How do I type Chinese on my Mac?

  Pinyin After installing a Chinese keyboard, click on the input menu (the flag or Pinyin symbol 拼) in the menu bar at the top of the screen, then select the Pinyin keyboard you have installed. Type the pinyin for the character you want, then select the correct character from the window by clicking on it and pressing the spacebar. Alternatively, you can pressFew readers

• How do I set up the Japanese keyboard on my Mac?

  On your Mac, go to the Apple menu by clicking on the Apple icon at the top left of the screen and select ‘System Preferences'. Then select Keyboard and from there click on Input Sources. Click the plus button at the bottom left of the window, type “Japanese,” select it from the list, and add it. Be sure that “Show Input menu in menu bar” is selected. At the top right of your screen, you will see an American flag if your input method is American English (or another flag or symbFew readers

• Can I download the videos to study offline?

  You can download the following using the app:  - the audios for watching and learning  - the video's Quiz mode  - a PDF of the transcript of each video    The videos themselves are not available for download, as it violates the Youtube terms of service. Our videos are available for streaming only.Few readers

• How do I change languages?

  You can change your language on the website by: Clicking on More Settings on the left side panel. Choose the language you're learning in the dropdown Clicking on "Save Changes" You can go back and forth as much as you like. FluentU will keep track of your progress for each language.Few readers

• Why do I see progress on videos when I've only just created my account?

  FluentU's 'progress bar' acts as both a measure of how much of that video (or audio) you've learned with FluentU, and also how many of its vocabulary words you already know before watching it. A word can be considered 'already known' by FluentU in two ways: You clicked 'Already Known' on the word while using FluentU  FluentU assumed you 'already knew' the word based on your language level settings  If you click "Already Know" for a word, you can find it in your Already KnFew readers

• Where can I find the courses?

  Not all levels for all languages have courses, but we do have them for every Beginner level. If you are on one of those levels, you should see it right here:Few readers

• How do I add words to Flashcard sets?

  You can add new words to your flashcards in a few easy steps. Click on a video Scroll down to the "vocab" tab, as pictured here: Choose the words you want to add, then click "Add to", like this:  You can then either add the words to your vocab, to an existing flashcard set, or createFew readers

• Reporting a mistake in the captions

  We try to be perfect in all our translations, but sometimes you may find a mistake in our content. If you’re pretty sure that we’re wrong, please tell us the details of the mistake. When you send your mistake report, please also be as specific as possible with the context (eg. which video) so that we can quickly find the problem. You can email us at support@fluentu.com. On the app: Shake your device (this activates the feedback feature), then use the first button "Report aFew readers

• I'm learning Japanese. Is there romaji?

  We made a decision early on to encourage our users to type in Japanese instead of romaji whenever possible, and thus we don't have many romaji prompts in our videos, if at all.  The purpose of this decision is to train you right from the start to be able to type out and identify the correct Japanese words when necessary instead of relying on romaji. The best way to get quiz answers right is to either: Type words in Japanese using a Japanese input tool, or Type out the romaji that cFew readers

• Can I import my own vocab lists?

  Yes, you can import your own vocab! Users can import vocab lists with the "New Words" button: We provide this button in the "My Vocab" flashcard set and personal flashcard sets.  If importing Chinese words, be sure to use Chinese characters. They system will not recognize Pinyin.  Please note that any words you import which are already in our database will marked asFew readers

• How do I type accented letters for Spanish, German, or French on the mobile app?

  To type an accented character for Spanish, German, or French, just press and hold the most similar letter. For example, to type "ñ", press and hold "n" as shown below.Few readers

• What is the FluentU (SRS) Spaced Repetition Algorithm?

  Spaced Repetition Software (SRS) helps you remember things easily by letting you review something just as you're about to forget it. FluentU has an SRS feature known as "Ready for Review." On your homepage, you will periodically see a list of words that are "Ready for Review." FluentU is using its SRS algorithm to show you words at the perfect time for you to review them. FluentU's SRS algorithm is based on a variation of the Supermemo SM2 algorithm (the same one that AnkFew readers

• Can the speed of videos be controlled?

  On the website, you can slower down the video playback speed by clicking the "1x" in the video player panel as shown here: This feature is also available on the mobile apps (iOS and Android).Few readers

• What do the colors mean on the Progress bars?

  The progress bars have three colors: Yellowgreen (Learning stage) : Before you reach 100% learned in the content.  Green (Completed stage) : When you reach 100% learned.  Yellow (Review stage) : After you've reached 100% learned content, the progress goes down according to the SRS algorithm. At that time we show the yellow color so that you make it green again by reviewing it and reaching 100% again. You can do this by visiting the Ready for Review section regularly. WhenFew readers

• How do I set up the Korean keyboard on my Mac?

  On your Mac, click Apple menu System Preferences, click Keyboard, then click Input Sources. Click the Add button  Then select any of the following input sources: 2-Set Korean: On the right side of the keyboard are vowels, and consonants are on the leftFew readers

• How can I type the "Eszett" or ß character in German?

  On the website, when taking the quiz, simply click on the letter 's'. Doing this should bring up the character "Eszett" or ßFew readers

• How do I set up Spanish keyboard on my Windows PC?

  Open Settings Time & Language Language Add a Preferred Language. Type “Spanish” and select it from the list. Select “Install Language Pack,” choose any or all of the features you would like to install (such as text-to-speech and handwriting) and click Install. Do not choose “Set as my display language” unless you want Windows to be in Spanish as well. Once the Spanish Language Pack has finished installing, you can hit the Windows Key + Space Bar to toggle languages fromFew readers

• When Does My Daily Goal Tally Reset?

  Your Daily Goal number resets when midnight turns in your local time zone.Few readers

• Why do the video notes tell me I've already learned a percentage of the words?

  You are probably an Intermediate level or above. When you choose an upper level of study, the program assumes you already know all the vocabulary in the lower levels. This is the percentage it will show as "already learned". You can change your language level as much as you like. This gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace.Few readers

• Are there hotkeys or shortcuts?

  In the "Learn" mode, we have the following shortcuts:Few readers

• How do I download PDFs of the videos?

  All our content comes with PDFs that are available for download.  You can access it by clicking on the video or audio, and then clicking on this button:Few readers

• What’s the difference between “% Learned” and “% Mastered”?

  “% learned” represents short-term retention, and “% mastered” is long-term retention. “% learned” can be increased by learning a video in a short period of time. On the other hand, % mastered can only be increased when you get questions correct based on the spaced repetition algorithm. The spaced repetition algorithm will show you questions when words appear as “Ready for Review” on your home screen.Few readers

• How do I add to Favorites?

  You can add to favorites by clicking on a piece of content and then clicking "Add to Favorites." As shown here:Few readers

• How Can I See Less Pinyin and More Chinese Characters (Hanzi)

  If you find that you see too much pinyin and want to see more Chinese characters (hanzi), then while you’re learning, just: Make sure you are on your homepage: http://www.fluentu.com/chinese/home/ Click on "More" on the left panel. Click on Settings in the dropdown menu Click on “Language settings” Make sure that “Pinyin questions” is NOT selected As shown here: (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/b6b4d25b04af400Few readers

• Turning off Auto pause for Audio lessons

  The audio pauses automatically for 3 seconds after each sentence to give the user time to repeat and practice. This feature can be turned off by clicking the subtitle button in the audio player and turning off "Auto pause".Few readers

• How can I learn/improve Spanish? (general)

  To really learn Spanish, you need to actively use Spanish (think, speak, listen, read, write) as often as possible. FluentU is an awesome way to get that worthwhile, fun daily practice. Here are some resources and tips: Listen to Spanish every day: podcasts radio music TV shows Speak with a language exchange partner (even online from home)! Read often: how to read (for beginners) magazines blogs easy books novels Keep it fun: practice with unconventional ways watchFew readers

• Where do I find the FluentU Clip Review?

  This video will explain how to use Clip Review.Few readers

• How Can I See Traditional Characters?

  You can select to make traditional characters (fantizi – 繁体字) your character preferences by adjusting your study settings ( you can get there by clicking on this link when you are logged in - http://www.fluentu.com/chinese/account/study ).Few readers

• How do I set up the Korean keyboard on my Windows PC?

  Click the Windows Start button and click the gear icon (Settings). Click “Time & Language”. In the left panel, click “Language”. (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ecbc1f0ce917c00/9a972a17-0c89-44e7-acdd-ff0Few readers

• How do I type accented letters for Spanish, German, or French on the website?

  To type an accented character for Spanish, German, or French, just press the letter, then the different versions of that letter will appear automatically.   When they do, just choose the number of the correct answer.Few readers

• How do I toggle the subtitles?

  You can hide one of the languages by clicking on the gear icon in the bottom right.Few readers

• Why aren't all words in the lesson included in the quiz?

  In order to be included in the quiz, the words and captions must satisfy the following conditions: Words are only tested if they are featured vocab (ie. underlined).  Captions are only tested if they include at least one featured vocab. If you'd like to get tested on words that aren't featured, you must manually add them to your My Vocab section or to any of your personalized flashcard deck. After you review them once there, they will be added to your Ready for Review sectioFew readers