Uh Oh, My iPad Mini Thinks It's Doing Yoga! How to Fix That Split Keyboard
Let's face it, nobody enjoys a keyboard that looks like it's gone through a particularly aggressive downward dog session. If your iPad mini's keyboard has inexplicably contorted itself into a split personality, fear not, fellow wordsmith! We can wrestle that keyboard back into its single, sensible form.
Don't Panic! It's Not a Sign of Sentience (Probably)
There's no need to call a tech priest or recite ancient keyboard mantras. This split keyboard situation is a common iPad quirk, easily fixed with a few taps.
Merging the Keyboard Masters: A Two-Step Tango
Here's the magic trick to reuniting your keyboard:
Summon the Keyboard: Tap on any text field to bring your wayward keyboard into existence.
Hold and Behold! Press and hold the keyboard key (that little icon in the bottom right corner). A menu will appear, offering you the key to keyboard unity.
Choose Your Weapon: You'll see two options: Merge or Dock and Merge. Merge will bring the keyboard halves back together in the center, while Dock and Merge will allow you to position the keyboard wherever you like on the screen.
Pro Tip: If your keyboard appears small overall, simply pinch two fingers together on the keyboard to enlarge it.
Victory Dance (Optional, But Highly Recommended)
Now that your keyboard is back to its normal, non-acrobatic self, feel free to celebrate with a victory dance. Just be careful not to drop your iPad mini in the process (we've all been there).
Frequently Asked Questions: Keyboard Catastrophe Conquering
How to stop the split keyboard from happening again?
Simple! Go to Settings > General > Keyboard. Turn off the toggle for Split Keyboard.
How do I make the floating keyboard bigger?
Easy! Just place two fingers on the keyboard and spread them apart to enlarge it.
How do I move the floating keyboard around?
Hold the line at the bottom of the keyboard and drag it to your desired location.
How do I turn the floating keyboard back into a docked keyboard?
Follow steps 1 and 2 from the "Merging the Keyboard Masters" section, then choose Dock and Merge.
How do I know if my iPad mini is haunted by a rogue keyboard spirit?
If the above solutions fail and your keyboard insists on contortions, then maybe consult a tech expert or a friendly neighborhood ghostbuster. Just kidding (mostly).
