Delete key on new iPad 11 magic key board

Is the delete key on the iPad 12 magic keyboard designed to be less responsive to touch in comparison to other keys?

Windows, Windows 6

Posted on Oct 30, 2021 1:56 PM

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Posted on Oct 31, 2021 2:23 PM

Hi there Ownedbypoodles,


Thanks for participating in the Apple Support Communities. It sounds like the Delete key isn't working as expected on your Magic Keyboard. Let's see how we can help. The Delete key shouldn't be less responsive as the others, so start by making sure the keyboard is free of any dirt or debris: How to clean your Apple products. You can also try disconnecting the keyboard, restarting your iPad, then connecting the keyboard again. It's also a good idea to make sure your iPad is running the latest iPadOS version: Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.


Cheers!

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Oct 31, 2021 2:23 PM in response to Ownedbypoodles

Hi there Ownedbypoodles,


Thanks for participating in the Apple Support Communities. It sounds like the Delete key isn't working as expected on your Magic Keyboard. Let's see how we can help. The Delete key shouldn't be less responsive as the others, so start by making sure the keyboard is free of any dirt or debris: How to clean your Apple products. You can also try disconnecting the keyboard, restarting your iPad, then connecting the keyboard again. It's also a good idea to make sure your iPad is running the latest iPadOS version: Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.


Cheers!

Nov 1, 2021 11:15 AM in response to MVegas21

Thank you for your reply and the How to clean… information.

I did check around the key (delete) to see if there was debris but I could neither see nor feel anything. I tried to feel if the delete key was level with the rest of the keys and it seems to be.

All other keys tried randomly have a slight “springiness” to the touch except the delete key which is stiffer to the touch.

will take it into the Apple store here to see what those accustomed to the magi keyboard can feel.

the delete key works but not the same as the rest.

cheers

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Delete key on new iPad 11 magic key board

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