Although the iPadOS 15, update didn’t deliver the major overhaul many expected, it does contain notable features like better multitasking and App Library.
Widgets are also included on the homescreen. Keyboard shortcuts are another improvement. iPadOSintroduces keyboard shortcuts for compatible iPad models. Apple is promoting the iPad to be a computer-replacement for many.
The trackpad and cumbersome multitasking might make it seem otherwise. However, keyboard shortcuts using the Globe key with the Globe key will be a big step forward. Cmd+ Tab was already a keyboard shortcut for switching between apps and text editing shortcuts.
Apple’s Globe key is a system- and multitasking shortcut that enhances iPad productivity. These are the details. With a touch interface, the iPad is barebones to use. You can transform the iPad into a work station by adding accessories like Apple Pencil and an iPad stand that doubles as a stand.
The majority of iPad keyboards have a Globe button in the corner. The Globe key can be used to perform many global shortcuts with iPadOS 15,.
To perform an action, you don’t need to reach for the iPad screen. iPadOS Global Keyboard Shortcuts We will start with the System shortcuts. System
Keyboard Shortcuts for iPadOS As their name implies, System shortcuts were created to improve system navigation. The system shortcuts will allow users to return to their home screen and activate Siri.
They can also access Control Centre, App library, Control Centre, or Reveal Notification Centre without having to lift their fingers from the keyboard.
Globe+ H: Return to the home screen
Globe+ A: Showcase dock
Globe+ Shift Globe+ A: Access Control
Centre Globe+ Q: Make a quick note
Globe+ S: Launch Siri
Globe+ C: Open control centre
Globe+ N: Reveal Notification Centre
Globe+ M: View the complete list of keyboard shortcuts
Multitasking Shortcuts iPad has new multitasking capabilities.
These keyboard shortcuts can be used easily. To manage Slide Over and Split View apps, use the following keyboard shortcuts:
Globe + Up Arrow: Display all Windows
Globe + Down Arrow: Next app
Globe + Right Arrow: Previous app Slide View + Slide Over Options + Globe + Left Arrow:
Show all the windows.
Control + Globe+ Left Arrow: Tile Windows Tile Window Control + Geo + Right Arrow: Tile Window Split View and Slide Over Shortcuts
Use the following keyboard shortcuts to manage Split View and Slide Over apps.
You can also hit the Globe + M keys to open the keyboard shortcuts menu.
Apple lists all keyboard shortcuts under several categories. You can also display all keyboard shortcuts in a menu. Simply press the Globe key, then tap on the action button to execute the shortcut. Or you can start typing the shortcuts to search.
The Globe Key can be added to any third-party keyboard. As you will see in the iPadOS keyboard shortcuts, the Globe key is essential for helping you navigate through the OS and get work done.
The Globe key is present on most iPad keyboards. It’s not available on any third-party keyboard that was not made with iPadOS in mind. You may be familiar with the fact that an iPad can use any normal Windows/Mac keyboard via Bluetooth. You will also notice that there is not a Globe key for creating new shortcuts on these keyboards. You aren’t out of luck, but you can still use the Globe key to create new shortcuts. Users can also remap Globe keys and iPadOS in the same way as macOS.
You can add Globe key to an iPad third-party keyboard by following the instructions below.
1. On iPad, open the Settings app.
2. Scroll to the Accessibility menu.
3. Tap on Modifier Keys and select VoiceOver > Typing.
4. Select the least-used key in the dropdown menu. Let’s take, for example, the Caps Lock Key.
5. To convert your Caps Lock Key to a Globe Key, select Globe. Now you can use the modifier key to make your Globe key, and all of the keyboard shortcuts are available at the top.
Apple continues to promote the iPad Air and M1 iPad Pro as an ideal touch-based computing device for the mobile user.
Although users have yet to switch to an iPad from a Mac or Windows setup, Apple is moving closer to realizing its vision with the introduction of keyboard shortcuts in iPadOS 15.
What keyboard shortcuts will you use in iPadOS 15?? Leave your comments below.
