Typing

Depending on the application you’re using, the intelligent keyboard may automatically suggest corrections as you type to help prevent mistyped words.

Enter text:

  1. Tap a text field, such as in a note or new contact, to bring up the keyboard.

  2. Tap keys on the keyboard.

Start by typing with just your index finger. As you get more proficient, you can type more quickly using two thumbs.

As you type, each letter appears above your thumb or finger. If you touch the wrong key, you can slide your finger to the correct key. The letter isn’t entered until you release your finger from the key.

iPhone showing a note being typed in the Notes application. iPhone is held with two hands, each thumb poised over the keyboard. The left thumb is pressing the "E" key and the letter "E" appears on the screen above the thumb.

Type uppercase: 

Tap the Shift Shift key icon key before tapping a letter. Or touch and hold the Shift key, then slide to a letter.

Quickly type a period and space: 

Double-tap the space bar. (You can turn this feature on or off in Settings > General > Keyboard.)

Turn caps lock on: 

Double-tap the Shift Shift key icon key. The Shift key turns blue, and all letters you type are uppercase. Tap the Shift key again to turn caps lock off. (You can turn this feature on or off in Settings > General > Keyboard.)

Show numbers, punctuation, or symbols: 

Tap the Number Number key icon key. Tap the Symbol Symbol key icon key to see additional punctuation and symbols.

Type letters or symbols that aren’t on the keyboard: 

Touch and hold the related letter or symbol, then slide to choose a variation.