Why no “Split Keyboard” for the 12.9 iPad in iPad OS 13.3?

I have the largest iPad, the 12.9 and really miss having the split keyboard. Sure the floating keyboard works, but having access to the QWERTY keyboard with both hands at either end of this rather large iPad was genius. We could really use that split keyboard back as an option. Is there any chance we can get that functionality back in the future?

iPad Pro 12.9-inch, 2nd Gen, Wi-Fi

Posted on Jan 4, 2020 12:39 PM

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Posted on Jan 4, 2020 1:41 PM

Nobody here can offer any comment about what Apple may, or may not, change in the future. For reasons known only to Apple, the 12.9” iPad Pro models have never supported the Split Keyboard feature.


You can offer constructive feedback to Apple via their feedback channel:

https://www.apple.com/feedback/ipad.html


You are unlikely to receive a reply, however, we are led to believe that all comments and requests are reviewed and logged. Who knows, if you build a strong enough case, then maybe your feedback will make the difference!


I hope this is helpful in providing an avenue to pursue.

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Jan 4, 2020 1:41 PM in response to iHykiem

Nobody here can offer any comment about what Apple may, or may not, change in the future. For reasons known only to Apple, the 12.9” iPad Pro models have never supported the Split Keyboard feature.


You can offer constructive feedback to Apple via their feedback channel:

https://www.apple.com/feedback/ipad.html


You are unlikely to receive a reply, however, we are led to believe that all comments and requests are reviewed and logged. Who knows, if you build a strong enough case, then maybe your feedback will make the difference!


I hope this is helpful in providing an avenue to pursue.

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Why no “Split Keyboard” for the 12.9 iPad in iPad OS 13.3?

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