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What are the three metal dots on the side of my iPad used for?

iPad, iPadOS 15

Posted on Jul 10, 2022 11:32 AM

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Posted on Jul 11, 2022 08:38 AM

The three dots are actually the iPad Smart Connector contacts - through which connection can be made to a suitable Apple or third-party keyboard that is compatible with your iPad.

Specific details can be found here:

Use your Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard with your iPad - Apple Support

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Jul 11, 2022 08:38 AM in response to Charlotteisqool

The three dots are actually the iPad Smart Connector contacts - through which connection can be made to a suitable Apple or third-party keyboard that is compatible with your iPad.

Specific details can be found here:

Use your Smart Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard with your iPad - Apple Support

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Jul 10, 2022 11:44 AM in response to Charlotteisqool

Assuming you mean these dots...

...they're magnets. They allow the Magic Keyboard to be attached.

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