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I cannot get my auto punctuation after updating to IOS 15.1.1

I cannot get my auto punctuation (period after two taps on space bar) to work since my last update on IOS I have restarted my phone, turned on and off auto-correct and auto-punctuation and nothing changes

iPhone 12 Pro

Posted on Nov 25, 2021 12:06 PM

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JovonaP.

Community Specialist

Posted on Nov 26, 2021 12:51 PM

Hello spudfromjackson,

Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. We understand that a period is no longer inserted when double tapping the space bar on your iPhone. You've done a great job trying to get this resolved so far. We're happy to help.

If you haven't already, make sure "." Shortcut is enabled in Settings > General > Keyboard. Let us know the results. Be sure to include any other troubleshooting steps that you may have tried.

Have a great day!

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JovonaP.

Community Specialist

Nov 26, 2021 12:51 PM in response to spudfromjackson

Hello spudfromjackson,

If you haven't already, make sure "." Shortcut is enabled in Settings > General > Keyboard. Let us know the results. Be sure to include any other troubleshooting steps that you may have tried.

Have a great day!

Nov 26, 2021 1:46 PM in response to JovonaP.

It worked! I turned all the keyboard options off. Restarted and put them all on again including shortcuts. All is working well. Thank you!

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I cannot get my auto punctuation after updating to IOS 15.1.1