Android → iPhone
Get Used to It
How can users select text precisely with Space and Shift on iPhone?
For precise selection, iPhone supports a movable text cursor and selection handles; its controls do not map exactly to Gboard's Android gestures. The space-bar trackpad is useful for positioning the insertion point.
What to do
- Press and hold Space to move the cursor.
- Touch and hold text to select a word.
- Drag selection handles for a longer range and verify the highlighted text before editing.
Limits and compatibility notes
Check this before relying on the answer
Exact Shift/Space selection gestures differ by keyboard and iOS version; do not promise Android-like behavior for all third-party apps.
Further help
These official help pages are starting points, not confirmation for every phone or claim above. Check the guidance for your exact device and software version.