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How to allow suggestions in password input

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http://androidforums.com – Hi, I downloaded a keyboard app with the idea that I want to be able to add shortcuts to input my passwords by entering a keyword like "pw' or "pw2". I use fairly long passwords and this feature would be of great use. My problem is that when selecting the input box for a password, the suggestions don't come up above the keyboard. It works fine in a regular input box. Like I use "eml" to enter my email address. I assume this is a security feature and I understand this is not a very secure way to enter passwords. My question is, is there any way to override thi (General)

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Submitted by Shoutmeloud on 09/06/2012

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