Luckily, they can.

It’s worth activating AssistiveTouch if you hate having to tap your screen when this happens.

To do this go toSettings > Accessibility > Touch > AssistiveTouch.

white iPad Pro Magic Keyboard on a white desk, with google on the screen

Here, you should probably turn onAssistiveTouch.

Related:Is Apple’s Magic Keyboard for iPad Worth the Price Tag?

Edit Your Trackpad options

It’s well worth spending some time setting up the trackpad to your liking.

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There’s plenty of other cool trackpad shortcuts to learn, too.

Read More:Trackpad Gestures to Start Using on Your iPad

4.

Adjust the Keyboard’s Backlight Brightness

The iPad will adjust the Smart Keyboard’s brightness automatically.

iPad Pro Magic Keyboard Close-Up

If you want to overwrite these levels, you’re able to do so, via your iPad.

Go toSettings > General > Keyboard > Hardware Keyboard.

Then use theKeyboard Brightnessslider to adjust the brightness level to where you want it.

Close-up of a white iPad Pro Magic Keyboard Charging Port

Add an Escape Key

Something many iPad Magic Keyboard users miss is the Escape key.

You will now see a list of keys, which can be overwritten.

You’ll find this charging port on the left-hand side, at the Magic Keyboard’s swivel point.

white iPad Pro Magic Keyboard in Easel Mode on a white desk

Using this charging port means your Magic Keyboard and iPad will both remain charged.

Split View and Slide Over Shortcuts

Split View allows you to use two apps side-by-side.

This in-depthiPad Split View tutorialcan help if you’re still struggling.

Activate Hot Corners

Hot Corners have been around on Mac for years.

Fortunately, Apple added them to iPad recently too.

you could choose from functions like Volume Up, Dock, Screenshot, Home, and many more.

To activate Hot Corners, go toSettings > Accessibility > AssistiveTouch.

In here, you should probably activateDwell Control.

Next, you better scroll down and tapHot Corners.

Here, you have four options:Top Left,Top Right,Bottom Left, andBottom Right.

Tap on any you want to add a command to.

Many people choose to add Volume Down to the top-left Hot Corner, and Volume Up to the top-right.

That way, you’re free to adjust the volume without moving your hand from the keyboard.

Adding Home to the bottom-left corner and Scroll to Top to the bottom-right is great for efficiency.

If you use your trackpad to move to any corner, you will see a small circle appear.

This has a darkening ring around it.

Once the ring is fully dark, the pre-set action will occur.

They can greatly improve your user experience, and increase your productivity massively.