Why does my iPhone capitalize words that don’t need capitalization automatically?
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Hey Fattykins,
It looks like your iPhone is capitalizing words that you don't want it to. I'll be happy to look into this with you.
Are you using the built-in keyboard? I ask because the keyboard used changes the dictionary used. You can go to Settings > General > Keyboards > Keyboards to make sure that you're using the built-in keyboard.
Are there only specific words that are being corrected? If so, you can set up text replacement to make sure that these words do not get capitalized:
It looks like your iPhone is capitalizing words that you don't want it to. I'll be happy to look into this with you.
Are you using the built-in keyboard? I ask because the keyboard used changes the dictionary used. You can go to Settings > General > Keyboards > Keyboards to make sure that you're using the built-in keyboard.
Are there only specific words that are being corrected? If so, you can set up text replacement to make sure that these words do not get capitalized:
Set up text replacement
With text replacement, you can use shortcuts to replace longer phrases. When you enter the shortcut in a text field, the phrase automatically replaces it. For example, you could type "GM" and "Good morning" would automatically replace it.
To manage text replacement, tap Settings > General > Keyboard > Text Replacement.
- To add a text replacement, tap
, then enter your phrase and shortcut. When you're done, tap Save.
- To remove a text replacement, tap Edit, tap
, then tap Delete. To save your changes, tap Done.
How to use Auto-Correction and predictive text on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
If most words are getting capitalized that you'd prefer to not get capitalized, then you can turn off auto-correction completely:
Use Auto-Correction
Auto-Correction uses your keyboard dictionary to spellcheck words as you type, automatically correcting misspelled words for you. To use it, just type in a text field.
To make sure that this setting is turned on, use these steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap General > Keyboard.
- Turn on Auto-Correction. By default, Auto-Correction is on.
How to use Auto-Correction and predictive text on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Cheers!