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How to pair Mircrosoft compact designer keyboard with Ipad Pro?

I have a Microsoft compact designer keyboard with bluetooth function. It works well in my laptop. It can link with three different devices. Theoratically, it can link with any devices supports bluetooth.


I have a iPad pro.


I tried many times pair this keyboard with ipad pro but all failed.

I can see the compact designer keyboard show in the ipad bluetooth, but each time I click linking it, it will just said the pair time is too long, and without showing any pair number that I should enter.


Does anyone met such problem and maybe have solved it? Thank you very much.

iPad Pro, iPadOS 17

Posted on Apr 27, 2024 1:48 AM

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Apr 27, 2024 3:28 AM in response to lly144

The iPad User Guide outlines the process of pairing Bluetooth accessories - such as a compatible keyboard, mouse or trackpad - with your iPad:

Set up and use Bluetooth accessories on iPad - Apple Support


You should also refer to the pairing procedure for specific third-party accessory - which will be found within its associated User Guide.


Should you experience difficulties, this support page should help with troubleshooting:

If you can't connect a Bluetooth accessory to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


If you continue to experience difficulties, try Microsoft's own online resources. Otherwise, you might obtain help from Apple Support - although for third-party accessories, available assistance may be limited. You can contact the Apple Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page.


Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App, this App providing direct access to appropriate support resources. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044

How to pair Mircrosoft compact designer keyboard with Ipad Pro?

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