Some Google Pixel owners experiencing keyboard issues with Gmail

First reported on 9to5google on June 18, 2026.

Some Google Pixel users are having trouble replying to emails in Gmail because the keyboard isn't showing up. This is a problem for some users, but Google is working on a fix.

What it looks like

  • keyboard issues
  • email reply problems

How to fix it

  1. Restart your phone to see if the issue resolves itself.
  2. Open the Gmail app.
  3. Check if the keyboard is hidden behind another feature, such as 'Help me write'.
  4. Disable 'Help me write' if it's enabled.
  5. If the issue persists, contact Google support — there isn't a known user-side fix yet.

Affected products

  • Gmail
  • Google Pixel

Sources


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