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How can I get old style large keyboards?

Hate new SMALL KEYBOARDS very hard to use. Bring back half screen keybds


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Posted on Jul 5, 2021 9:32 PM

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Posted on Jul 6, 2021 4:02 AM

If your query relates to either the Floating or Split Keyboard, you can instead use the full-screen keyboard.


To easily return the new Floating Keyboard to the normal on-screen keyboard presentation, use the two-finger “zoom” gesture (i.e., the reverse of the two-finger “pinch”).


If the Split Keyboard is restored instead of the full on-screen keyboard, you can either use two fingers (one on each of the two half-keyboards) and swipe the two halves together - or touch-and-hold the “keyboard” key, then slide your finger to the Merge & Dock option and release.


Use the floating keyboard on your iPad – Apple Support

Split and move the keyboard on your iPad – Apple Support


A further alternative, if the on-screen keyboard is inadequate for your specific needs, is to consider using a Bluetooth Keyboard. There are many to choose from, but perhaps consider a Logitech K380.


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Jul 6, 2021 4:02 AM in response to Thall333

If your query relates to either the Floating or Split Keyboard, you can instead use the full-screen keyboard.


To easily return the new Floating Keyboard to the normal on-screen keyboard presentation, use the two-finger “zoom” gesture (i.e., the reverse of the two-finger “pinch”).


If the Split Keyboard is restored instead of the full on-screen keyboard, you can either use two fingers (one on each of the two half-keyboards) and swipe the two halves together - or touch-and-hold the “keyboard” key, then slide your finger to the Merge & Dock option and release.


Use the floating keyboard on your iPad – Apple Support

Split and move the keyboard on your iPad – Apple Support


A further alternative, if the on-screen keyboard is inadequate for your specific needs, is to consider using a Bluetooth Keyboard. There are many to choose from, but perhaps consider a Logitech K380.


How can I get old style large keyboards?

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