I can’t get my iPad keyboard to expand using gestures or pinch/expand no matter what I try, I’ve looked at questions online but no solve yet.

Hello Rainbowrealm,

We would like to see how we can help you with your keyboard for your iPad. If the issue only persists with Adobe apps, you will need to reach out to them directly for assistance with their software at: Adobe Help

For assistance with adjusting your keyboard outside the Adobe apps visit: Use the floating keyboard on your iPad - Apple Support

"How to make your iPad keyboard full size

1. Place two fingers on the floating keyboard.
2. Spread your fingers apart to enlarge the keyboard back to full size."

It may be best for you to use an external keyboard with the iPad while using these apps as well.

Cheers!

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