Gboard users report Shift key randomly stops working
Multiple reports say the Shift key on Gboard randomly fails, blocking manual capitalization on Pixel and Xiaomi devices.
Some Gboard users are reporting that the keyboard's Shift key randomly stops working, preventing them from manually capitalizing letters. Reports of the issue surfaced today, according to Android Authority.
A recent Reddit thread has gathered multiple users reporting the same Shift key problem. The reports indicate the bug appears on Pixel and Xiaomi devices.
The exact cause of the failure has not been confirmed, and no timeline for a fix has been provided.
Affected users have not reported a consistent workaround for restoring manual capitalization.
Quick answers
Which devices are affected by the Gboard Shift key issue?
Reports show the issue appearing on Pixel and Xiaomi devices.
Where are users reporting the Gboard Shift key problem?
A recent Reddit thread has gathered multiple users reporting the same Shift key issue.