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bhargav.y Author

Level 1

44 points

Spacebar double space (Macbook Pro 2018)

Hi Apple Forum,

I've had my Macbook Pro 2018 since August and have been noticing an issue with the spacebar where I often type double spaces when I press the spacebar only once. Also, the spacebar is not registering sometimes in very specific spots. I have been typing with other keyboards and not been experiencing this issue.

I have seen that people suggest turning off key repeat settings which I have done fully but that doesn't seem to affect the space key for some reason. Is this is a software issue or hardware? It is very frustrating and I have seen other posts about it but very minimal support.

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, 4 TBT3), macOS Mojave (10.14.1)

Posted on Nov 18, 2018 7:27 AM

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aplmc89

Level 1

10 points

Posted on Jul 16, 2019 10:16 AM

I've tried a tonne of things, including the Key Repeat and Delay keyboard settings. Then in frustration I just pressed down firmly on the space bar, running my finger along the whole length of the bar, still pressing firmly...and you'll notice I'm currently not experiencing any double spaces. Give it a go?

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Jul 17, 2019 7:19 AM in response to DPJ

no it doesn't. the keyboard sends a signal to the computer . What this software does is ignore those signals if they are too close to each other. it's a software fix to a hardware issue.

Jul 27, 2019 9:21 PM in response to Pinzman

Worked for me, too.

Literally just ran my mouth along the space bar from left to right (top lip above top of space bar, bottom lip below space bar) and fixed it right up.

Unbelievable.

Jul 30, 2019 9:58 AM in response to DPJ

Legend! Not sure how i missed that in the thread! Cheers!

DPJ

Level 4

1,368 points

Jul 30, 2019 10:16 AM in response to thom-thum

No problem! Glad I could help.

obkb

Level 1

16 points

Jul 30, 2019 7:06 PM in response to DPJ

They are not in customer support, I am not their customer. It was just something they suggested to try. It worked for me.

llaacchh

Level 1

28 points

Aug 31, 2019 2:26 AM in response to DPJ

Simply posted on here to let others know my experience. Not to have my post deconstructed and your own thoughts of what’s being implied added in. Thank you.

DPJ

Level 4

1,368 points

Aug 31, 2019 2:30 AM in response to llaacchh

It's a discussion board. Not everyone is going to agree with you. If you're not prepared for that then forums are the wrong place to express your personal emotions.

DPJ

Level 4

1,368 points

Sep 17, 2019 6:59 PM in response to Wood1and

The only advice is to take it up with Apple.

bdewy

Level 1

4 points

Oct 2, 2019 3:10 PM in response to bdewy

UPDATE: It stopped working. It was nice for about 10 min - to the Apple Store

Oct 12, 2019 7:56 PM in response to bhargav.y

I found this video that explains what's causing the issue. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUbfDilfutE

Oct 30, 2019 7:38 PM in response to Meikel_Muhr

That app totally works! At least people can have a temporary fix until they can make it out for a genius appointment. Thanks for sharing man.

Spacebar double space (Macbook Pro 2018)