Launch Chat also does something similar. Works for signal and telegram:

https://f-droid.org/packages/org.vinaygopinath.launchchat/

Larissa, Lenny's third eldest, would be proud.

So helpful, I've been trying to find a replacement for gboard for so long that has the gliding functionality, plus clipboard and easily accessible microphone for speach to text typing (using Futo).

Can finally really consider replacing Gboard for good.

Than you!