Use shortcuts on an external keyboard with iPad

You can use keyboard shortcuts on an external keyboard to perform the following actions on iPad.

  • Quickly switch between apps: Press and hold the Command key, then press Tab until you reach the app you want to open.

  • Open Search: Press Command-Space.

  • View more keyboard shortcuts: Press and hold the Command key to see shortcuts for the app you’re using.

To use additional keyboard shortcuts, go to Settings  > Accessibility > Keyboards > Full Keyboard Access, then turn on Full Keyboard Access. See Control iPad with an external keyboard.

Note: You can change the actions that are performed by modifier keys such as Command and Caps Lock. Go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Hardware Keyboard, tap Modifier Keys, tap a key, then choose the action you want it to perform.

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