How can I enter the German special characters (Umlaut) on the iPad keyboard

Using the iPad, as well as the iPhone keyboard, I cannot enter the German special characters (also known as Umlaut). The spelling correction sometimes does work, often it does not. I do appreciate the advice of the Apple experts

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Posted on May 7, 2012 12:15 PM

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Posted on May 7, 2012 12:26 PM

When typing, hold down the key for the letter you want o have the umlaut. after about two seconds, a window should appear giving you options for various accents and the like.

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How can I enter the German special characters (Umlaut) on the iPad keyboard

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