apple pencil text inserting at end of paragraph, not where i placed the cursor

This is a repeated frustration when using the Apple Pencil in write-to-text mode. If I spot a missing word or want to correct a word in existing text, despite selecting the word or inserting a cursor where I want the missing word, the new text is inserted at the end of the whole block of text. I can see that I’ve inserted a cursor where I need it to be but the text is always inserted elsewhere. The only solution I’ve found is to activate the keyboard, press space in the desired insertion point then close the keyboard and resume writing. This is a time-consuming faff. If the keyboard insertion works, why doesn’t the handwriting to text feature understand that the cursor is where I want text to be entered?


NB someone else asked this question and the answer provided was not a solution, didn’t address the issue and the community expert closed the thread for further comments. I’d appreciate a proper answer and opportunity to respond please.

iPad Air, iPadOS 18

Posted on Sep 29, 2025 1:09 AM

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Sep 29, 2025 6:54 AM in response to Wellington Boots

If you have a repeatable issue, you would be well advised to submit a Bug Report to Apple via its Product Feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:

Feedback - iPad - Apple


Every report counts - as until Apple receive a sufficient number or reports, it is perhaps unlikely that resources will be assigned to investigate and resolve the issue.


When submitting a report, ensure that you include as much detail as possible within the body of the report - including your iPad model and installed version of iPadOS; don’t rely upon the pick-list, as this rarely includes the full range of device models or most recent versions of iOS/iPadOS.



Otherwise, you might seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page.


Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases from Apple devices using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044

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