If your keyboard and mouse aren't responding correctly or at all, specific iPad and Mac settings may be interfering with Astropad Studio input.
🚫 Disable Full Keyboard Access
Full Keyboard Access enables Mac/iPad control via key commands but can block input in Astropad Studio.
🖥️ On Mac
🖥️ On Mac
Open System Settings (or System Preferences)
Click Accessibility in the sidebar
Select Keyboard
Choose Full Keyboard Access
Toggle the switch to Off
📱 On iPad
📱 On iPad
Open Settings on your iPad
Tap Accessibility > Keyboards
Toggle Full Keyboard Access off
💻 Disable Universal Control
Universal Control can interfere with input devices when using Luna Display or Astropad Studio.
🖥️ On Mac
🖥️ On Mac
Go to System Settings (or System Preferences)
Select Displays
Click Advanced or Universal Control in the lower right corner
Toggle off all Universal Control options:
"Allow your pointer and keyboard to move between any nearby Mac or iPad"
"Push through the edge of a display to connect a nearby Mac or iPad"
"Automatically reconnect to any nearby Mac or iPad"
📱 On iPad
📱 On iPad
Open Settings
Go to General > AirPlay & Handoff
Turn off Cursor and Keyboard
🛠️ Additional Troubleshooting Steps
🔄 Restart Connection
🔄 Restart Connection
Disconnect and reconnect Astropad Studio
Close and reopen the Astropad Studio apps
Restart both devices if issues persist
📶 Check Network Quality
📶 Check Network Quality
Ensure strong Wi-Fi signal on both devices
Consider using USB connection for reduced latency
Close bandwidth-heavy applications
⚙️ Optimize Performance Settings
⚙️ Optimize Performance Settings
Disable visual effects on Mac (System Settings > Accessibility > Display > Reduce Motion)
Close unnecessary background applications
⌨️ Keyboard-Specific Solutions
⌨️ Keyboard-Specific Solutions
Verify keyboard layout matches system settings
Reset keyboard dictionary: Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset > Reset Keyboard Dictionary
Check for stuck modifier keys (Command, Option, etc.)
💡Tip: If lag persists, try using a USB connection instead of Wi-Fi for the most responsive experience.