iPad: Search bar too high in third-party apps (OS 26.3

Recently, I believe since OS 26.3, the search bar in some third party apps is almost inaccessible, as it is too high, unless I turn my iPad to landscape. This is happening on both my iPad mini and iPad Pro. I've checked the display settings, but can't find anything that might prevent this.


Here's a screenshot when using the Instacart app.


Can anyone suggest a fix?


Thanks!



Posted on Mar 7, 2026 2:07 AM

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Posted on Mar 7, 2026 3:11 AM

At the time of writing, iPadOS 26.3.1 is current.


Some third-party Apps may not have been optimised by their Developer for iPadOS 26 - and until updated, may not work as anticipated. You would be best advised to seek assistance directly from the respective App Developer - as only the Developer can modify the App-coding for compatibility with the host Operating System:

How to Contact an App Developer


Physically rotating the iPad from Portrait to Landscape and back (or vice-versa) can sometimes resolve a display layout issue.


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Mar 7, 2026 3:11 AM in response to gakg223

At the time of writing, iPadOS 26.3.1 is current.


Some third-party Apps may not have been optimised by their Developer for iPadOS 26 - and until updated, may not work as anticipated. You would be best advised to seek assistance directly from the respective App Developer - as only the Developer can modify the App-coding for compatibility with the host Operating System:

How to Contact an App Developer


Physically rotating the iPad from Portrait to Landscape and back (or vice-versa) can sometimes resolve a display layout issue.


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