I had one for my tablet but I never used the keyboard and the way it closed it had the keyboard right against the glass and was causing scratches. I now just get the covers no keyboard.

Ditto Raven. I had one originally but got rid of it after not using it for a year or so. It just never felt natural. If I have to do a lot of typing I use my computer. Even if I didn't have a computer to type on, I would still prefer no keyboard on my ipad cover.

sjerin, if you want keyboard entry instead of using your fingers on a screen, have you thought about getting a small Chromebook?

I personally dislike using tablets. We have a couple for specific purposes but I avoid them otherwise. My wife loves and hates her iPad, loves it when doing something that's convenient and hates it when other simple things seem impossible to do.

Thanks, these responses are good to read. Elmer, I already have the ipad and like it; I use to to read, more than anything. For typing I use our desk computer as I don't like typing on a laptop. I thought it might be more convenient to type on an ipad keyboard but I can see it's probably not. Anyone want to recommend a cover without keyboard that is protective but not a pain? Oh, and one that will prop the pad up? The one I previously had only raised it a little.

We have Fintie covers from Amazon for Kindle Fire as well as iPad. My husband loves the keyboard and the cover allows multiple "propping" angles. Pretty inexpensive. The keyboard is Bluetooth and pretty responsive, in case you're worried about typing too fast. Much easier than trying to type on screen.

My dh uses a Clamcase. He said it's Bluetooth and has good battery life. His is a few years old. He said newer versions have backlit keyboards.

I have the iPad Pro with the keyboard cover and I use it all of the time...like right now. I love it!

I love my cover/keyboard. It’s like a mini laptop and so much more convenient to use. Mine is a Zagg and I know they’ve gone up in price, but I bought mine for 35.00 on Amazon in the middle of last year. Even at the higher price, IMO it’s worth every penny.

When I travel with my iPad, I take my Bluetooth keyboard with me (the one that came with my iMac). Typing long posts is cumbersome on an iPad - didn't like it when I had a laptop, either. I really just prefer a keyboard. It's very easy to pair the Bluetooth keyboard with ones iPad and easy to just toss it into a suitcase/tote bag. I do have a magnetic cover for my iPad that I use when I travel.

I have bought cases from Amazon and eBay with great success. Fenti makes good cases. Just be sure they are specific to your model so everything matches up.

I have a cover for my IPad and use it all the time. It is much easier for me to be able to stand it up when reading or typing.

DH is in IT and he bought me a Belkin as he felt it was the best product. I find it easy to use and quite robust but I will say it’s a bit heavy.

Son gave me a wire to hook a regular keyboard to my tablet ... via a "dongle", I think he called it.

(The tablet that can't connect, this far out).

o j

Clever son, OJ. I still haven't ordered anything as I've been using the big computer. Must get to that.