Requirements for using a Bluetooth keyboard with iPhone/iPad
| Operation Environment | iOS 7 or later |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth keyboard (with operation verified) |
Apple Wireless Keyboard (JIS) (MC184J/B) |
| Software keyboard (with operation verified) |
iOS standard keyboard |
Important notes
- It will be necessary to pair the device and the Bluetooth keyboard.
- Data input under other usage conditions may not work as expected.
- The following keys cannot be used:
F1–F12, fn, eject (the ▲ key in the upper right), and かな, 英数 (if you are using a Japanese language keyboard) - The following keys can be only be used in combination with alphanumeric characters (e.g., control+C). They cannot be used on their own.
caps, shift, control, option (alt), command - The repeat key function (by holding down a key) cannot be used.
- Duplicate keys on either side of the keyboard cannot be given independent functions.
(e.g., both the left and right shift keys operate like the "left shift key") - Simultaneous input from the Bluetooth keyboard and virtual mouse is not supported.
- Simultaneous input from the Bluetooth keyboard and software keyboard is not supported.