# AirType - Type, over the air

> Type from your computer to your iOS device using a local Wi-Fi connection. (iPhone/iPad app by Invivo Interactive Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airtype-type-over-the-air/id922932291 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Invivo Interactive Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1003008677)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.31/5 from 29 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: English, Chinese, Chinese
- Released: 2015-02-20
- Data updated: 2026-10-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airtype-type-over-the-air/id922932291/reviews.md

## What is AirType?

Type on your computer. Receive it on your devices.

Keep using the keyboard you know when writing a long message, taking notes, or entering a paragraph on your phone. AirType sends text from your computer browser to the active text field on your devices over the same Wi-Fi network.

JUST OPEN A BROWSER
No desktop software or account is required. Open the address displayed on the AirType keyboard and enter its six-digit pairing code to connect.

USE YOUR FAMILIAR INPUT METHOD
Compose text with your computer’s input method, then press Enter or click Send. The browser also offers delete and newline controls, plus a searchable emoji picker for adding emoji to your draft.

TYPE LOCALLY, TOO
Switch to the built-in English QWERTY keyboard with light and dark appearances, numbers, symbols, and English spelling suggestions. Hold the space bar and drag horizontally to move the cursor.

KEEP YOUR UNSENT DRAFT
If the connection drops, the browser attempts to reconnect for up to 10 seconds, then offers a manual Reconnect button. Unsent text stays in the current page so you can continue editing.

GET STARTED
1. Add AirType in Keyboard settings and enable Allow Full Access.
2. Open AirType and enable its local network connection. Allow Local Network access.
3. Connect your computer and smartphone or tablet to the same Wi-Fi.
4. Open a text field in a supported app, switch to AirType, and keep Web Access visible.
5. Open the keyboard’s address on your computer, enter the pairing code, and type.

PLEASE NOTE
• Remote typing requires Full Access and Local Network permission. Local typing works without Full Access.
• The receiving connection runs only while the Web Access keyboard is visible.
• Some apps do not allow third-party keyboards. Secure text fields and certain phone fields use the system keyboard.
• Web Access uses unencrypted local HTTP. Use a trusted Wi-Fi network.
• No cloud account is needed. AirType does not upload your typing to its own cloud service. Browser drafts remain only in the current page and may be lost if you refresh or close it.


Support: info@invivointeractive.com

## Key features

- Type from computer keyboard
- Send text to iPhone/iPad
- Local Wi-Fi connection
- Multi-platform browser support
- Seamless reconnection
- In-app full-size keyboard

## Is AirType safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess AirType.

## Is AirType legit?

AirType - Type, over the air appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for AirType is 80 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 31)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airtype-type-over-the-air/id922932291/reviews.md

### 5/5 — カーソル移動機能だけ！

*2025-04-06, version 1.0*

軽く触りましたがかなり便利です。無料アプリとは思えないほどの満足感です。

あと一声ほしいのはカーソル移動機能です。キーボードをなぞれば左右にカーソル移動ができるようですが、これを接続状況表示画面の上からでもできるようする、欲を言えば上下にもカーソル移動ができるようになれば(これは仕様上難しいのかもしれない？)さらに使用感の良いアプリになると思われます。

アプリ配信からしばらく経っているようですが、このレビューが届くことがあるようでしたら、ぜひご検討ください。

### 5/5 — Scrivo proprio con questa app.

*2024-02-25, version 1.0*

Funzionante.

### 1/5 — Don’t trust this app at all

*2022-07-29*

No, I do t want you to have my address and credit card information. 0 stars for this one.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work.

*2022-03-11*

I Have Been Trying and stressing for about 2 hours wasting my time trying to connect this, it might work for other people but not me, in my opinion I give this app 0 stars it just doesn’t work

### 2/5 — loses texts

*2022-01-17*

It works, but very hard to use: if it loses connection while you're typing (which it does the moment the text input goes inactive), it loses all your text on send. How hard would it be for the web client to retain your text / show previous texts sent / larger input box? Also, needs constant fiddling with the globe icon to ensure there is a connection.

### 1/5 — Crap don’t download

*2021-10-16*

You can only use the keyboard if the keyboard is already on the screen so it’s not at all the same as a Bluetooth keyboard pretty much useless utility

### 3/5 — Great Idea

*2021-04-11*

But could be better. Suggestions:
1. Add multi-line support. Currently only one line can be input, and could not send enter key. A opinion on web UI is a choise.
2. able to stop auto-sleep.

### 1/5 — See all my texts/content/history?

*2020-02-21*

I just can’t trust this app...

### 5/5 — Fantastic app with a minor bug.

*2020-01-04*

This is a great app! It allows me to use my nice mechanical keyboard from my computer through a web browser. All you have to do is type the iPad (in my case) or iPhone's IP address (it gives this to you) into the browser's address bar on your computer. I only have two complaints; the first is that I wish it sent the keystrokes through live. The next is likely a bug; sometimes it takes multiple refreshes on the browser side to get it to connect, it's a little annoying but, it is a much better solution than having to reach acrost my desk to use the touch keyboard so I will deal with a bug or two. It is also super simple to setup it walks you through the process.

Also a tip add the airtype interface as a pinned tab in your browser. All you have to do is right click the tab and then click pin tab. And it will always be there when you open your browser.

Also because it is browser based it works with any computer that has an internet connection whether that be a MacBook, Windows computer, chromebook, or a Linux computer!

### 4/5 — Quasi perfetto

*2019-10-30, version 1.0*

L'app funziona perfettamente. È molto semplice collegare il computer all'iPhone o all'iPad. Quello che non mi piace così tanto è che si deve premere Enter ogni volta, in modo che il testo arrivi sull'iPhone

## Frequently asked questions about AirType

### What does AirType do?

AirType allows you to type text from your computer's physical keyboard and send it directly to your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad. It facilitates a more convenient typing experience by bridging your computer and your mobile device.

### How do I use AirType?

You need to open the AirType Keyboard on your iOS device and then access its web access portal from a web browser on your computer. Once connected via a local Wi-Fi network, you can type on your computer, and the text will appear on your iOS device.

### Is AirType free to use?

Yes, based on the provided information, AirType is a free application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What devices and operating systems are compatible with AirType?

AirType supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices running iOS 8 and above. It can be used with PC, Mac, or Linux computers as long as they have a compatible internet browser for the web access portal.

### What are the connectivity requirements for AirType?

A local Wi-Fi network connection is required for AirType to function. This allows your computer and your iOS device to communicate with each other for seamless text transfer.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-10-19

A refreshed Web Access pairing and typing experience.
• Connect your browser with a six-digit pairing code.
• Browse and search emoji in the browser.
• Keep unsent drafts through disconnections and reconnect manually.
• Improved local QWERTY typing, spelling suggestions, and cursor control.

### 1.0 — 2015-02-20

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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