iPad Magic Keyboard stops working

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iPad Magic Keyboard stops working

I have the same issue referenced in this post https://discussions.apple.com/thread/252787676?answerId=255250505022#255250505022. There appears to be some issue with iPadOS where when I switch to a new app, the software stops recognizing the keyboard input. However, the trackpad input continues to work.

This issue seems to happen most when I switch to the SlideOver view on iPadOS.

My ‘fix’ is to lock the iPad and then unlock, at which point the software recognizes the keyboard input again in the app I am using.

I’m on an iPad Air 4 Wifi and Magic Keyboard case. The iPad’s software is iPadOS 15.1.

Posted on Nov 23, 2021 7:38 PM

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jdo_apple

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Nov 24, 2021 1:44 PM in response to westmark123

Hello westmark123,

Thanks for that info and for choosing the Apple Support Communities. If we understand correctly, you are having an issue with your Bluetooth Apple keyboard and your iPad not working as expected. To help with this, please see if the steps in this Apple resource help and then contact Apple directly if you need any further assistance.

If you can't connect your iPad to your Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard, or Smart Keyboard Folio

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