GB2312 Code Input Method

The GB2312 code input method uses the GBK code defined by the Chinese Internal Code Specification. This specification includes all of the Chinese characters and symbols in GB2312-80, and other CJK Chinese characters in GB 13000-1. Each Chinese character or symbol is identified by a four-hexadecimal digital internal code defined in the Chinese Internal Code Specification.

How to Type GB2312 Code Text

This procedure describes how to use the GB2312 codes to type Chinese characters and symbols.

1. Select the input method.

   Follow the steps in the procedure How to Select an Input Method to select the input method.

   The status area shows that the GB2312 code input mode is on.

   

2. Type the first three of the four keys that represent the character to display. In this example, type b0a of the string b0a1.

   The first three letters are visible in the preedit area.

   

3. Type the fourth key.

   The character automatically replaces the letters in the preedit area.