Changelog

Released

1.00 · Why we made SplitKeyboard

We wanted to bring split typing back to iPad Air and Pro, with a familiar Apple-like feel and more room to make it your own. Our goal is simple: a better typing experience that fits your hands.

• Split and joined layouts, with adjustable key heights to adjust to your hand size.
• Separate controls for width, spacing and keyboard position.
• Saved profiles, presets and undo, with light and dark appearance.
• A free in-app preview, with a one-time purchase for typing in other apps. No account or Full Access needed; we do not collect what you type.

Update 1

Version 1.01 · Released

• A familiar full-width keyboard when you first open the app.
• Hold or swipe down for numbers and symbols; hold letters for accents.
• Spread two fingers to split, or pinch to join.
• Separate split and joined fits, with four presets for each.
• Ten languages: English (UK), French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese (Portugal), Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian (Bokmål) and Danish.
• French AZERTY, German QWERTZ, and English ABC, Colemak, Dvorak or custom letter swaps.
• Move Delete and Return to the left in any language.
• A slim settings bar with hold-to-open quick switches.
• Caps lock and a handy .co.uk key for web addresses.
• Optional key sounds, switched off by default.
• Your chosen light or dark appearance works across apps.
• Clearer guided setup, with settings in a familiar order.
• An optional shortcut row above the keys.
• Your saved fit stays; reset your profile to try the new defaults.

Using another layout? Try our Colemak or Dvorak guide.

Update 2

Version 1.02 · Awaiting App Store review

Submitted to Apple and not available yet. Status checked on 29 September 2026.

• Added Arabic, Persian (Farsi), Hebrew and Urdu, bringing the total to 14 languages.
• A phone-size layout with adjustable width and left, centre or right placement.
• A separate compact fit with adjustable key height, letter size and spacing.
• Adjust those compact settings in floating mode; iPadOS sets the window width.
• Hold Space and slide to move the cursor.
• We listened to your feedback and added optional hidden keys along the gap, just like the original split keyboard.
• Move extra rows, swap keys and drag shortcuts into your preferred order.
• Hide the shortcut bar with a confirmation.
• Choose languages and layouts during setup, with a quick menu tour.
• Try your changes in a full-screen typing area.
• Your lifetime access and saved settings carry over.

Read the short update.