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Setup was very easy. I opened the box, removed the keyboard, set it on the desk, and attached my iPad. That’s it - it just worked, with no further setup needed.

dedgecko said:

I wish that Apple had done a better job directing first time users to some type of setup or guide.

There’s practically nothing in the box aside from the standard warranty info and a four picture setup guide that shows how to open/close the keyboard and slap in/remove the iPad from it.

The first 15 minutes of setup were incredibly underwhelming, nearly to the point of disappointment until I finally found the user guides for it, General trackpad use, and a refresher on gestures on support.apple.com

I received my 11” Magic Keyboard today. I ordered it from Best Buy.

When I bought my iPad Pro 11” (2018 model) in December, I tried the Smart Keyboard. It was horrible, so I returned it the next day.
In contrast, this new Magic Keyboard is excellent! The keys feel great while typing, and the trackpad works very well. I also love that it has its own charging port on the left side, which charges the iPad through the Smart Connector, allowing me to use a Samsung T5 external SSD directly through the iPad’s USB-C port. Another feature I really like is being able to remove the iPad from its magnetic stand effortlessly and use it as a tablet.

The Magic Keyboard is, in my opinion, $300 well spent, and worth every penny. Good job, Apple!