Resetting Magic Keyboard to factory settings

Is there any way to reset the latest Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID, model A3119) to factory settings?

(macOS Tahoe 26)


Posted on Nov 11, 2025 3:58 AM

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Posted on Nov 11, 2025 6:49 AM

Normally the behavior of an Apple keyboard is determined by settings in the OS (system settings > keyboard), there is nothing in the keyboard itself.


For connection issues, see


If you can't connect your Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, or Magic Trackpad to your Mac - Apple Support


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Dec 2, 2025 2:27 AM in response to Tom Gewecke

Hi, I do have an issue with My Magic Keyboard with Numpad and Touch ID.

The Image in Bluetooth settings looks like the Small keyboard without NumPad

The TouchID does not work At All

its an A3119


I have tried probably all options but it just does not work with the TouchID key

This is the second new Keyboard I received the first one had the same Issue so it miusst have something todo with my Laptops


MacBook 13" 2019

Sequoia 15.7.2


My Other MacBook Pro (same Issue)

MacBook Pro 16" 2019

Tahoe 26.1


my question:

How can I reset the keyboard A3119 to its factory setting

OR

How to connect the keyboard so it connects and I can use the touchID key


Facts: It does connect via Bluetooth and all keys work except for the TouchID

Resetting Magic Keyboard to factory settings

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