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The '''Q9 input method''' ({{zh-t|九方輸入法}}), invented by Qcode Information Technology Ltd. of Hong Kong, is an [[Chinese input methods for computers|input method]] that uses only the number keys on a [[numeric keypad]] to input Chinese characters into a digital device. It is considered an easy method to use even though it is a "structural" input method. (Most "structural" methods are considered difficult.) It is the standard input method for [[mobile phones]] in [[Hong Kong]]. It provides an alternative to [[Cangjie input method]] as well as utilizethis utilizes the numeric keypad on personal computers.

However, besides its use for cell phones, the use of this input method on personal computers is limited, due to its proprietary nature and that personal computers do not have Q9 input method pre-installed. Since the speed of the input method relies upon using numeric keypad on PCs, this method is impractical for use on most laptops.