On-screen keyboard not appearing on iPad
The keyboard is hidden or disabled. Tap in a text field and swipe up from the bottom of the screen. If that doesn't work, restart your iPad.
The on-screen keyboard appears automatically when you tap a text field. If it doesn't show, it's hidden, disabled, or there's a software glitch. Swiping up from the bottom or restarting your iPad fixes it.
Risk: Low
⏱ 2-5 minutes
Beginner
⚡ Before you start
- ✓Have a text app open like Notes or Safari ready to test
- ✓Know how to swipe up from the bottom of the screen
- ✓Be ready to restart your iPad if needed
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Not realizing the keyboard can be hidden below the screen. You need to swipe up to find it
Signs you need professional help
- Keyboard still won't appear after swiping up and restarting. Keyboard appears for some apps but not others. Give us a call.
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