Actually, the method for switching input methods in Linux is the same as in Windows. To switch between Chinese and English, use CTRL + Space key, and for others, use SHIFT + CTRL.
Fcitx Input Method Installation Tutorial:
1. It is recommended to install it through your distribution’s package management software, as the input method is usually in the same software source where you installed Fcitx. All packages related to Fcitx start with fcitx, so you can find them by searching for fcitx.
2. After installation,
first, you need to restart Fcitx. You can close and restart Fcitx through the menu, or directly use
3. fcitx -r
Some input methods may automatically add themselves to the list (usually those that contain only one input method), while others do not. You can use the configuration tool to add them to the list and adjust the options as needed.