This article shows how to configure the integration of the on-screen keyboard in IGEL OS.

Menu path: User Interface > Input > Touchscreen > On-screen keyboard > Application Integration


Taskbar Settings for the Login Dialog

These settings are relevant if a login is necessary in order to use the device. This applies to all logon methods that are possible with the device.


Show on-screen keyboard button

☑  A button for launching the on-screen keyboard is shown during the login dialog.

☐  The on-screen keyboard cannot be launched during the login dialog. (Default)


Start on-screen keyboard automatically

☑ The on-screen keyboard is shown during the login dialog and can be used for input.

☐ The on-screen keyboard is not shown during the login dialog. However, it can be launched via a button if Show on-screen keyboard button is enabled. (Default)

Taskbar Settings When the Screenlock Is Active

Show on-screen keyboard button

☑ A button for launching the on-screen keyboard is shown when the screen is locked.

☐ The on-screen keyboard cannot be launched when the screen is locked. (Default)


Start on-screen keyboard automatically

☑ The on-screen keyboard is shown when the screen is locked.

☐ The on-screen keyboard is not shown when the screen is locked. However, it can be launched via a button if Show on-screen keyboard button is enabled. (Default)

On-Screen Keyboard Toggle Button

Show button

☑ A button for switching the on-screen keyboard on and off is shown on the desktop.

☐ The toggle button is not shown. (Default)


Button size

The size of the toggle button. A size between 40 and 80 pixels can be chosen. (Default: 60px)


Automatically show on-screen keyboard when text field is selected

☑ The on-screen keyboard is shown automatically when an input field is selected.

☐ The on-screen keyboard is not shown automatically. (Default)