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Question

iPad typing shortcut

Jul 4, 2012 5:12AM PDT

Hey I set up a shortcut for typing my password but shucks it doesn't work in the password box. It's complicated and I always have to look it up when I download apps.

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Clarification Request
(NT) So why not a simpler password?
Jul 4, 2012 5:59AM PDT
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Answer
Thats because its password
Jul 4, 2012 6:07PM PDT

What you types in the password box will give access to your account, passwords provides security. That is why your shortcuts doesn't works in the password box.