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Smart Keyboard folio not recognized by I pad

Smart Keyboard folio not recognized by iPad . Software is current

Posted on Oct 7, 2022 7:06 AM

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Posted on Oct 7, 2022 7:13 AM

Remove the Smart (folio) keyboard from your iPad - and carefully/gently clean the smart connector contacts on both the iPad and keyboard with a soft pencil eraser. Ensure that the contacts are dirt and dust free - and all debris from the eraser have been removed - before reconnecting the two.


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

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Oct 7, 2022 7:13 AM in response to Perch123

Remove the Smart (folio) keyboard from your iPad - and carefully/gently clean the smart connector contacts on both the iPad and keyboard with a soft pencil eraser. Ensure that the contacts are dirt and dust free - and all debris from the eraser have been removed - before reconnecting the two.


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

Smart Keyboard folio not recognized by I pad

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