1 - What is Clipboard for iOS?
When typing with SwiftKey Keyboard for iOS, you have the option to copy text and save it for later use. This could be for a quick copy/paste job or something longer-form like an email or social media update.
The Clipboard can store a maximum of 30 clips. Each clip is limited to 1,000 characters in length.
You can access the Clipboard from the icon on Toolbar, or by opening the SwiftKey app and navigating to 'Settings' > 'Clipboard'
2 - Adding clips
To copy text and add clips:
- Tap into a text field, highlight the text you want copied and select 'Copy'.
- Tap the '+' icon to open your Toolbar. Select Clipboard
- You'll now see a 'Save' prompt. Press this to add your clip to the Clipboard
If you don't tap 'Save' your text will expire after 1 hour.
3 - Edit and delete clips
You can view all of your clips by visiting the Clipboard. To edit, delete and rearrange your saved clips:
- Tap the '+' icon to open your Toolbar. Select Clipboard
- Tap 'Edit'
Now you have a choice - to delete:
- Press the red icon next to the clip you want to delete
- Confirm your selection by tapping 'Delete'
To rearrange your clips:
- Reorder your saved clips by long pressing and dragging up or down in the list.
As an alternative, it's possible to add, edit and delete clips by pulling down on the Clipboard and exposing the 'Manage your Clipboard' prompt.
