iPad displays split keyboard in Mail

hockey2014 Said:

"iPad displays split keyboard in Mail: How do I remove in Mail a split keyboard screen on an attempt to write an email. See attached image"

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Thank you for the screenshot.

Removing a Split Keyboard:

The split keyboard cannot be removed from a single app. It will show this way, whatever the app.

Troubleshooting a Split Keyboard:

A. Undock the Keyboard:

1. Go Here: Use a Split Keyboard - Apple Support
2. Scroll to: "Undock the keyboard:
3. As it Reads: "When Split Keyboard is turned on in Settings, you can undock the keyboard so that it moves up from the bottom of the screen."

B. Visit this link: If your iPad Keyboard is Small or Split in Half - Apple Support

C. Learn More: Find out more about typing with the onscreen keyboard on iPad, including how to use the floating and split keyboard.

To restore the full on-screen keyboard, simply touch-and-hold the keyboard-key at bottom-right of the keyboard; without lifting your finger from the screen, slide your finger to Dock & Merge - then lift your finger from the screen.

You will now have the full on-screen keyboard visible on the screen - and this will be anchored to the bottom of the screen. From here, should choose to do so, you can again split the keyboard… again by using the keyboard-key

Alternatively, the keyboard can be spit using a keyboard-gesture; simultaneously place two fingers on the keyboard (keys “f” and “j” are ideal) - and pause - before moving your fingers outwards towards the left and right sides of the screen. Your on-screen keyboard should split - and remain docked to the bottom of the screen.

From split-keyboard, you can also return to a full keyboard by using two fingers; place one finger on each keyboard segment, then slide your fingers together.

You can find further information about using and controlling the Split Keyboard here:

Use the floating keyboard on your iPad – Apple Support

Split and move the keyboard on your iPad – Apple Support

Thank you so much!! Not obvious or intuitive, but your explanation was perfect!

You are very welcome.