Zte SKINNY R286 User Manual page 27

Handy Hint:
Use the # key to select between predictive text and standard typing modes.
Select abc for English Predictive Text.
In Multi-tap modes (abc/ABC) if the next letter is on the same key, wait until the
cursor appears or press the Right arrow.
Important Note:
By default the input text is set to ABC
To change this press # to select your desired input
method.
Once you have sent your message and exited the
message screen the input method you last used will
become your new default.