How to Split Keyboard on iPad [Step-by-step Guide]

split keyboard on ipadApple has created its own niche with exclusive features in all their products that loyal users are accustomed to – Airdrop, iTunes, Siri and the likes. And while these are obvious features you’re familiar with and use on a regular basis, meet the humble iPad’s split keyboard feature that’s bound to make using the tablet a whole lot easier for you. And it doesn’t stop at that. Once split, the keyboard can also be moved around at the user’s convenience to help them type faster.

Here, we show you a step-by-step guide on how to use this fantastic feature that’s about to change your life for the better.

How to enable split keyboard feature on iPad Pro

You should know that the split keyboard feature isn’t available on iPad Pro (12.9-inch) and iPad Pro (11-inch) versions. If at any point you wish to turn the split keyboard option on/off, go to ‘Settings’ on the homepage, then go to ‘General’ and select the ‘Keyboard’ option. It will let you choose whether you want to enable the keyboard split feature on the iPad or not.

How to split the keyboard on iPad

splitting keyboard on ipad

This is one of the simplest tasks and can be done in three quick and easy steps as described below.

  • Open ‘Notes’ or any other app that requires/supports a keyboard and tap on the text field.
  • Touch and hold the keyboard icon on the lower-right corner of the keypad.
  • Slide it upwards and choose the ‘Split’ option.

How to merge a split keyboard on the iPad

merging keyboard on ipad

Merging a split keyboard is as simple as splitting one. All you need to do is follow the instructions given below.

  • Tap a text field on the ‘Notes’ app or any other app that requires/supports a keyboard.
  • Touch and hold the keyboard icon on the lower-right corner of the keypad.
  • Slide your finger up along the options that appear and click on ‘Merge’.

How to move a keyboard on the iPad

Apart from splitting and merging the keyboard, the iPad also lets you move the keyboard around to any part of the screen you wish. Here’s how.

  • Touch and hold the keyboard icon that appears at the lower-right corner of the keypad.
  • Slide your finger up along the options and select ‘Undock’.
  • Once you lightly press and hold this option, it instantly enables you to drag the keyboard up or down the screen.

You can also move a split keyboard up and down the screen by lightly pressing, holding and immediately dragging it where you wish. If you wish to move a full keyboard back to its original position at the bottom of the screen, touch and hold the same keyboard icon, slide up and press ‘Dock’. If you’d like to merge a split keyboard and move it back to the bottom of the screen, touch the keyboard icon, hold, slide up, tap ‘Dock’ and then ‘Merge’.

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