Does Apple Magic Keyboard Come With a Charger?

Yes, the Apple Magic Keyboard comes with a USB-C to Lightning cable for charging purposes. It’s possible to use it while it’s plugged in and charging, or you can go wirelessly once there’s sufficient charge.  

Does Magic Keyboard Need to Charge?

Yes, but not often. When your Magic Keyboard arrives, it should come with a certain amount of charged battery power already. Its internal battery can power your keyboard for about a month or more between charges depending on how frequently you use it. Due to its power-saving modes, you don’t have to switch it off regularly. 

How Do I Charge My Magic Keyboard?

It’s straightforward to charge your Magic Keyboard with the accompanying charging cable. Here’s how to do it.

How Long Does Magic Keyboard Battery Last? 

The Magic Keyboard battery should last for about a month based on a full charge. When it’s not in use, it goes into a low power mode so that it uses less battery life while still enabling you to re-use it by tapping the keyboard any time you need to start using it again. There’s no need to manually switch it on or off to use it or save battery life. This length of time can vary depending on how you use the Magic Keyboard, with more time spent with it likely to reduce the battery life. 

How Do I Check the Battery on My Magic Keyboard?

It’s possible to see how much battery life remains on your Magic Keyboard on both Mac and Windows.

Check the Battery Life on a Mac

Here’s how to check on both systems starting with the Mac.

Check the Battery Life on a Windows Computer

It takes only a few steps to check a Magic Keyboard’s battery life on a PC.