How can I disable the black text box while typing on my iPhone?

A black pop-up text box appears on my iPhone every time I start to type anywhere in any application. Quite often it obscures information or a line that I need to see while I’m typing. I don’t know it’s purpose and I can’t get rid of it.


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iPhone 13 Pro Max

Posted on Apr 10, 2025 12:00 PM

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Posted on Apr 10, 2025 1:08 PM

It’s a feature called Hover Typing. To turn it on or off –

1.    Go to settings

2.    Select Accessibility

3.    Select Keyboards & Typing

4.    Select Hover Typing

5.    Turn it on or off in here


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