My iPad keyboard works sporadically.

My iPad keyboard only works sporadically.


Posted on Jul 6, 2022 12:36 PM

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Posted on Jul 7, 2022 11:27 AM

Hello AFCNYC,


What exactly happens when you try to use your keyboard with your iPad? For example, does it not respond, or do you receive an error message?


Just to clarify, is this happening with an external keyboard?


If you're unable to connect to Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard, or Smart Keyboard Folio, the link you came from has some information and steps that may be helpful: If you can't connect your iPad to your Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard, or Smart Keyboard Folio


If the issue is happening with an external keyboard, and certain keys aren't responding as expected, please check out the "Change how the keys respond on an external keyboard" part of this link: Adjust the onscreen and external keyboard settings on iPad


Change how the keys respond on an external keyboard

If you have difficulty using an external keyboard, you can adjust the settings.

Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Keyboards, then tap any of the following:

• Key Repeat: You can adjust the repeat interval and delay.
• Sticky Keys: Use Sticky Keys to press and hold modifier keys, such as Command and Option, as you press another key.
• Slow Keys: Use Slow Keys to adjust the time between when a key is pressed and when it’s activated.


Thanks!

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Jul 7, 2022 11:27 AM in response to AFCNYC

Hello AFCNYC,


What exactly happens when you try to use your keyboard with your iPad? For example, does it not respond, or do you receive an error message?


Just to clarify, is this happening with an external keyboard?


If you're unable to connect to Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard, or Smart Keyboard Folio, the link you came from has some information and steps that may be helpful: If you can't connect your iPad to your Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard, or Smart Keyboard Folio


If the issue is happening with an external keyboard, and certain keys aren't responding as expected, please check out the "Change how the keys respond on an external keyboard" part of this link: Adjust the onscreen and external keyboard settings on iPad


Change how the keys respond on an external keyboard

If you have difficulty using an external keyboard, you can adjust the settings.

Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Keyboards, then tap any of the following:

• Key Repeat: You can adjust the repeat interval and delay.
• Sticky Keys: Use Sticky Keys to press and hold modifier keys, such as Command and Option, as you press another key.
• Slow Keys: Use Slow Keys to adjust the time between when a key is pressed and when it’s activated.


Thanks!

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