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Charging is done with a USB-C cable either from an external power source or it can be done from the iPad itself. Keyboard was about 80% charged Out-Of-Box. I imagine that if you charged it 100% it would last 3-4 months before another charge would be needed. The Magic Keyboard for iPad contains magnets that hold your iPad securely in place. Avoid placing cards that store information on a magnetic strip—such as credit cards or hotel key cards—on the inside of the Magic Keyboard or between your iPad and the Magic Keyboard. Such contact might demagnetize the card.
To use a Smart Keyboard Folio, you need an iPad Pro 11-inch (1st or 2nd generation) or iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd or 4th generation).
To use a Smart Keyboard, you need an iPad (7th generation), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Pro 9.7-inch, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, or iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st or 2nd generation).
Looking for Magic Keyboard help? Learn how to set up and use Magic Keyboard for iPad.
Connect to your iPad
Unlike Bluetooth keyboards, you don't need to pair or turn on your Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard.
If you have an iPad Pro 11-inch (1st or 2nd generation) or iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd or 4th generation): Connect your Smart Keyboard Folio to your iPad Pro with the Smart Connector. The Smart Connector is on the back of your iPad Pro, and has three small, magnetic contacts. Then put your iPad in the Type position.
If you have an iPad (7th generation), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Pro 9.7-inch, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, or iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st or 2nd generation): Connect your Smart Keyboard to your iPad with the Smart Connector, which has three small, magnetic contacts. The Smart Connector is on the top edge of your Smart Keyboard and on the side of your iPad. Then put your iPad in the Type position.
Stand your iPad
Apple usb installer. Fold the Smart Keyboard Folio into the type position:
Fold the Smart Keyboard into a triangle with the keyboard in front of your iPad:
To use the keyboard, your iPad needs to be in the groove above the number keys and folded in the Type position.
Use keyboard shortcuts
There are multiple keyboard shortcuts that you can use to perform commands.
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Most keyboard shortcuts use the Command ⌘ key, like a Mac. If you're more familiar with a PC keyboard, the Command ⌘ key does the same thing as the Control key on a PC.
Learn more about iPad keyboard shortcuts.
Switch to software keyboard
You might need to use the software keyboard that appears on your iPad display, instead of the Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard, to do things like type accented characters or use dictation.
To show the software keyboard, tap the keyboard button in the lower-right corner of the screen. In the menu that appears, tap the show keyboard button . To hide the software keyboard, tap the dismiss button .
Learn more about using keyboards with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
Get help
If your iPad doesn't detect your Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard or you see an 'Accessory not supported' alert on your iPad, make sure there's no debris or plastic covering on the Smart Connector pins on the keyboard or the Smart Connector on the iPad. Also, try these steps:
- Make sure that your iPad and Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard are in the Type position and that you have the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
- Remove the Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard from your iPad.
- Restart your iPad.
- Reconnect the Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard.
Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, Magic Mouse 2, and Magic Trackpad 2 have a built-in rechargeable battery that lets you use the devices for extended periods between charges.
You can check your device's charge level by choosing its name from the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar at the top of the screen.
When it's time to charge your device's battery, connect a Lightning to USB cable to its Lightning port, then connect the other end of the cable to your Mac or a USB power adapter.
For the fastest battery charging performance, be sure your device is switched on when connecting the Lightning to USB cable.
Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, and Magic Trackpad 2 can be used while charging. Magic Mouse 2 is unavailable for use while charging.
Find the Lightning port on your Apple device
The Lightning port on Magic Keyboard and Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad is on the back of the device, in the center:
The Lightning port on Magic Mouse 2 is on the underside of the device, beneath the text and markings:
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The Lightning port on Magic Trackpad 2 is on the back of the device, in the center:
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Learn more
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- If you have an earlier Apple wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad with removable batteries, learn how to install batteries.
- Find out more about the rechargeable batteries in your Apple device at Batteries - Why Lithium-ion?
- Magic Keyboard for iPad doesn't need to charge, because it doesn't have a battery.
