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allows using vs allows to use

"Allows using" and "allows to use" are commonplace English phrases, but they would be used in somewhat dissimilar contexts. "Allows using" is more commonly used when the verb following "using" is a gerund (the -ing form of a verb used as a noun), while "allows to use" is used when the verb following "to" is an infinitive (the base form of a verb).
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allows using

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English, especially when the verb following "using" is a gerund.

This phrase is used when the action that follows "using" is a gerund (verb + -ing) acting as a noun. It indicates permission or ability to perform that action.

Examples:

  • The new software allows using multiple languages.
  • The policy allows using personal devices at work.
  • Dec 1, 2020 ... I get the following error: The Apache Tomcat Native library which allows using OpenSSL was not found on the java.library.path. I still can figure out what the ...
  • Oct 28, 2021 ... INFO: The Apache Tomcat Native library which allows using OpenSSL was not found on the java.library.path: [C:\ColdFusion2021\cfusion\lib;C:\ ...
  • Jan 3, 2012 ... INFO: The Apache Tomcat Native library which allows using OpenSSL was not found on the java.library.path: · 2 · Cannot install RTC Server (JTS + ...
  • Feb 23, 2022 ... The Apache Tomcat Native library which allows using OpenSSL was not found on the java.library.path. Then, the windows batch starts but stops ...
  • Mar 5, 2022 ... Is there a free app that allows using erg Profiles? I have a kickr snap and would like to train using erg profiles. By profiles I mean hold ...
  • Apr 22, 2021 ... Orally Active Peptide Vector Allows Using Cannabis to Fight Pain While Avoiding Side Effects. Click to copy article linkArticle link copied ...
  • Apr 27, 2023 ... Is there a workaround that allows using count on a legacy module? ... My route53 is on another AWS account so for convenience I have a wrapper ...
  • Orally Active Peptide Vector Allows Using Cannabis to Fight Pain While Avoiding Side Effects. J Med Chem. 2021 May 27;64(10):6937-6948. doi: 10.1021/acs.
  • Oct 12, 2023 ... Is there a mod that allows using siege engines in all battles? Discussion. Title says it all. Ofc great if it adds them for npc's too. Upvote 6
  • Apr 12, 2022 ... The Apache Tomcat Native library which allows using OpenSSL was not found on the java.library.path: [C:\Users\syamilsyamil.jdks\corretto-11.0.14\bin;C:\WINDOWS ...

Alternatives:

  • permits using
  • enables using
  • facilitates using
  • authorizes using
  • grants permission to use

allows to use

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English, especially when the verb following "to" is an infinitive.

This phrase is used when the action that follows "to" is an infinitive (base form of a verb). It indicates permission or ability to perform that action.

Examples:

  • The new policy allows to use personal devices at work.
  • The system allows to use different payment methods.
  • Apr 11, 2024 ... Is there a lore reason demon "hunter" allows to use "demon" as a minions? Fluff.
  • Bundle - allows to use multiple filesystems as a single one. By TetraSource, September 26, 2018 in Libraries & API's · raid · filesystem · rc.
  • Oct 12, 2024 ... Epyc Turin 9575F allows to use 99% of the theoretical 576 GB/s memory bandwidth with 6000MT/s memory. News · r/LocalLLaMA - Epyc Turin 9575F ...
  • Apr 16, 2019 ... service create -p allows to use ports already in use on host #39089. Open. rickpeters opened this issue on Apr 16, 2019 · 0 comments. Open ...
  • Apr 30, 2018 ... I am looking for a remote desktop client which allows to use two displays in fullscreen as remote, and use one display to run local apps.
  • Sep 29, 2015 ... Justicar Trueheart allows to use hero power twice when played ... Hey guys, just faced a control warrior with justicar. Is intended that you can ...
  • Dec 20, 2016 ... Lua functions use "self" in source but no metamethod allows to use them · I have read it couple of times now but I still don't get what is this ...
  • Oct 4, 2018 ... How to make a melee weapon that allows to use Dex instead of Str modifier for attack? ... Hi! I came up with a Katana that is seeking for openings ...
  • What is the role which allows to use GCP APIs (such as Drive, Sheets, etc)? · Ask Question. Asked 5 years, 5 months ago. Modified 5 years, 5 months ago.
  • Jun 12, 2015 ... Is there a scheme that allows to use RSA based challenge response protocol limited to signing only 8 bytes to create a secure signature of any ...

Alternatives:

  • permits to use
  • enables to use
  • facilitates to use
  • authorizes to use
  • grants permission to use

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