wetype ☆
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Description:
Text input app from WeChat team for Chinese users
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.0.0,570@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: chinese input-method productivity wechat typing
Install: brew install --cask wetype
About:
WeType is a lightweight input method developed by the WeChat team, specifically optimized for Chinese language input. It provides intelligent pinyin and wubi input with cloud-based prediction and personalization features. The app focuses on a clean, efficient typing experience with deep integration into the macOS ecosystem.
Key Features:
  • Intelligent Chinese input with cloud prediction
  • Lightweight design with low system resource usage
  • Seamless macOS integration and native UI
  • Personalized user dictionary and learning capabilities
Use Cases:
  • Daily Chinese text input for macOS users
  • Cross-platform typing between WeChat and other applications
  • Efficient Chinese document editing and communication
Alternatives:
  • Sogou Pinyin – More feature-rich but heavier resource usage
  • macOS Built-in Pinyin – Native but less intelligent prediction
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Mar 27, 2026 5:24am 2.0.0,570 0 VERSION_BUMP fd600ffb
Mar 22, 2026 4:39pm 2.0.0,569 0 VERSION_BUMP a7af8c93
Feb 4, 2026 9:36am 1.4.3,545 0 VERSION_BUMP 39dfec0d
Sep 15, 2025 1:25pm 1.4.1,519 0 VERSION_BUMP 565a2dbf
Jul 29, 2024 10:39am 1.2.2,381 0 VERSION_BUMP d8b6c353
Jul 9, 2024 10:12pm 1.2.0,368 0 VERSION_BUMP ca9e998e
Jul 2, 2024 1:01pm 1.2.0,368 0 VERSION_BUMP 754d74b2
Jan 11, 2024 9:32am 1.0.3,269 0 VERSION_BUMP 29351aa4
Nov 13, 2023 5:27am 1.0.0,236 0 VERSION_BUMP 47342600
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