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delete key not working

When I’m typing a paragraph and then decide to delete it, I press and hold the delete key on my iPad’s on-screen keyboard. At first it deletes pretty quickly, but the longer I press it, the s-l-o-w-e-r the deletion takes place. What’s going on? Can I change this?


So far, I’ve looked under Settings-General-Keyboard, but haven’t found anything. Thanks!

iPad Pro 12.9-inch Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on Sep 9, 2022 10:53 AM

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Sep 10, 2022 5:50 PM in response to yongyoja

Hello yongyoja,


Do you experience this same behavior in multiple apps or does it only seem to happen in one specific app?


Do you notice any improvement if you restart your iPad? Restart your iPad - Apple Support


Is your iPad is fully up to date? This article will help with checking that: Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


This info can help narrow down what may be happening here.


Cheers!

delete key not working

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