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Unable to connect my iPad Magic Keyboard folio

Unable to connect my IPad Magic Keyboard Folio to my iPad

iPad Air, iPadOS 16

Posted on Dec 21, 2022 9:04 AM

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Posted on Dec 21, 2022 9:07 AM

Remove the Smart keyboard from your iPad - and carefully/gently clean the smart connector contacts on both the iPad and keyboard with a soft pencil eraser. Ensure that the contacts are dirt and dust free before reconnecting the two.


If you can't connect your iPad to your Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard, or Smart Keyboard Folio - Apple Support

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Dec 21, 2022 9:07 AM in response to 7Russellst

Remove the Smart keyboard from your iPad - and carefully/gently clean the smart connector contacts on both the iPad and keyboard with a soft pencil eraser. Ensure that the contacts are dirt and dust free before reconnecting the two.


If you can't connect your iPad to your Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard, or Smart Keyboard Folio - Apple Support

Unable to connect my iPad Magic Keyboard folio

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