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how to get apple keyboard to type where i hit?

How can I convince the Apple keyboard that I want to type the letter a? If I hit A, it keeps trying to make me type S.

Can I uninstall the keyboard and reinstall?

iPhone 14 Plus, iOS 18

Posted on Jun 14, 2025 5:32 PM

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Posted on Jun 15, 2025 6:08 PM

Remove any protective case, and remove any screen-protective film, and try again.

If that does not resolve this, then your display or digitizer might be failing.

Contact Apple Support.

That’s this, linked earlier: If the screen isn't working on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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Jun 15, 2025 6:08 PM in response to TheGrantWriter

Remove any protective case, and remove any screen-protective film, and try again.

If that does not resolve this, then your display or digitizer might be failing.

Contact Apple Support.

That’s this, linked earlier: If the screen isn't working on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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Jun 14, 2025 6:25 PM in response to TheGrantWriter

Hello~ In addition to *MrHoffman’s* helpful information…click on below and review.

If the screen isn't working on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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Jun 14, 2025 6:02 PM in response to TheGrantWriter

Does this also happen with the on-screen keyboard oriented in landscape?

As an alternative, does using slide-to-type work better for you? (Settings > General > Slide to Type > [on])

Jun 15, 2025 5:43 PM in response to MrHoffman

This happens no matter the orientation.

As well, the problem is infinitely worse with slide to type. That used to be my go to typing method, but can’t without having to continually restart because it’s not correct

Jun 15, 2025 5:44 PM in response to TheGrantWriter

Or if anyone knows any safe third party keyboard apps, that may work..

Jun 16, 2025 8:04 AM in response to MrHoffman

Thanks for the help. Sounds like I got a poorly made phone. It happens

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