iPad auto-capitalize not working after updating to iPadOS 26

My iPad used to automatically capitalise the first word on a new line, or after full stops and question marks. Since updating to iPadOS 26, this no longer happens.

How do I restore it?


Thanks in advance

steve


Posted on Jan 11, 2026 4:28 AM

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Posted on Jan 11, 2026 6:38 AM

Check your iPad settings:

Settings > General > [All Keyboards] >

  • Auto Capitalisation set to ON
  • "." Shortcut - set to ON


If these settings are already to set ON, toggle each to OFF, then restart your iPad. After restart, reset the settings to ON.


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iPad auto-capitalize not working after updating to iPadOS 26

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