Amazon Fire HD Keyboard Won’t Pop Up (5+ Ways to Fix It)

The Amazon Fire HD tablet is an impressive device for business and entertainment. It’s sleek, sturdy, and comfortable to hold and use when typing.

But there’s a problem. 

The Amazon Fire HD keyboard sometimes won’t pop up. This can happen due to apps crashing, software bugs, misconfigurations, etc. 

Luckily, we have solutions. Read on to learn how to fix this problem once and for all.

Let’s get started.

Why Is Your Amazon Fire HD Keyboard Missing?

There are several reasons why your Amazon Fire HD keyboard is not showing. First, a recent software update can corrupt the system, causing it to disappear.

Unstable apps might also be to blame. They may affect other functions, including but not limited to typing.

Misconfigurations can also make your Fire HD keyboard stop showing. This might arise when you change languages, switch dictionaries, change spell checkers, etc.

Additionally, your device may fail unexpectedly due to unknown bugs. Or an underlying hardware problem might be causing all the trouble.

Most users report encountering this problem when using their email app. But it can occur at any time without warning. 

So how do you resolve it?

Amazon Fire HD Keyboard Won’t Pop Up – Fixed

Worry not if your Fire HD keyboard won’t come up. Below are different workarounds to fix this problem.

1. Soft Reset Your Amazon Fire HD

A soft reset is the quickest way to restore your missing keyboard on Amazon Kindle Fire HD. It’s not only easy but also safe to perform. 

Here’s how it’s done:

1. Unplug your Fire HD from the power source if it’s charging.
   
2. Press the Power Button for about 30 seconds. Keep holding it until the time elapses, even after the device shuts down.
   
3. Release the Power Button and wait for around 10 seconds.
   
4. Turn on the device as you would typically do. In this case, press the Power Button for about 3 seconds.
   
5. Your missing Amazon Fire HD keyboard should be restored by now.
   

A soft reset is ideal because it doesn’t erase files on your device. However, you should back up your data first to avoid any inconveniences.

2. Switch Keyboard Language to Japanese

If your Amazon Fire HD keyboard won’t come up, switch languages to Japanese. And it works like magic! 

Follow these steps:

1. Open Settings on your device.
   
2. Navigate your way down to Device Options.
   
3. Select Keyboard & Language.
   
4. Locate and tap the Current Keyboard.
   
5. Switch from English (US) to Japanese.
   
   
   This method restores your keyboard on the Fire HD. But typing generates text in the Japanese language.
6. Select anywhere to enter text on your Fire HD and start typing.
   
7. Tap the Bottom-Left A1 key to restore the language from Japanese to English.
   

It sounds simple. Isn’t it?

3. Delete Personal Dictionary

The personal dictionary stores custom words you save on your Amazon Fire HD. However, it may run into issues, causing the keyboard to fail.

Thankfully, deleting it resolves this problem. Check out how to do it below:

1. Open Settings on your device.
   
2. Scroll down to Device Options.
   
3. Select Keyboard & Language.
   
4. Navigate down to Input Assistance and tap Personal Dictionary.
   
5. Select the Dictionary Language on your keyboard.
   
6. Tap on every word one by one.
   
7. Choose Delete to remove the custom words. Do this for all entries in your dictionary.
   

You, however, stand to lose all words saved in your dictionary. On the upside, the keyboard will pop up without problems like before.

Or why not look for an alternative?

4. Install A Third-Party Keyboard

Amazon Fire HD supports third-party keyboards from Amazon’s Appstore. Moreover, you get more by installing Google Play on your device.

All it takes is these simple steps:

1. Open the Amazon AppStore or Google Play.
   
2. Search for a third-party keyboard.
   
3. Select your preferred keyboard from the list of options.
   
4. Tap Install to begin the process.
   
5. Open Settings once installation completes.
   
6. Go down to Device Options.
   
7. Select Show/Hide Keyboards under Keyboard & Input Methods.
   
8. Scroll down and stop at Third-Party Keyboards.
   
9. Enable your newly installed keyboard.
   
10. Go back to Keyboard & Language and tap Current Keyboard.
    
11. Choose your new keyboard. In our case, it’s Gboard.
    
12. Enjoy typing on your Amazon Fire HD.
    

A third-party keyboard has fewer chances of disappearing unexpectedly. Moreover, you get extra features like a dictionary, swipe typing, and themes.

5. Use Fire Toolbox

Another way to restore your missing keyboard is by using Fire Toolbox. This software allows you to modify default configurations on your Amazon Fire HD.  

Some of the things you can do with it include: 

• Change your device launcher.
• Add custom sounds.
• Disable apps.
• Install Google services.
• Customize the lock screen.

Here’s how to restore the keyboard on Fire HD using this software.

1. Download and install Fire Toolbox on your computer.
   
   Microsoft Defender may prevent you from installing this app. Should that happen, select More Info and click Run Anyway. Then close the program once installation completes.
2. Open Settings on the Amazon Fire HD and scroll down to Device Options.
   
3. Navigate down once more and select About Fire Tablet.
   
4. Tap Serial Number multiple times until it activates Developer Options.
   
5. Go back to Device Options and select Developer Options.
   
6. Toggle Developer Options and USB Debugging to ON.
   
7. Connect your Amazon Fire HD to your computer via USB. Then, run the Fire Toolbox software.
   
   Ensure your device has at least 70% of battery life remaining. If not, recharge before proceeding.
8. Tap OK on Fire HD, when the Allow USB Debugging prompt appears.
   
   
   This allows your computer to modify settings on your device using Fire Toolbox.
9. Go back to the Fire Toolbox on your PC and select Keyboard & Input.
   
10. Choose Execute under Custom Keyboard on the next window.
    
11. Expand the dropdown list next to Custom Keyboard to Install. Then choose your preferred keyboard.
    
12. Select Yes for the installation process to proceed.
    
13. Be patient as Fire Toolbox downloads and installs your keyboard.
    
14. Enjoy using your new keyboard the Amazon Fire HD.
    

If that’s too complicated, then the last option is for you.

6. Factory Reset Your Device

Another method that works is factory resetting your Amazon Fire HD. You should only use it if other workarounds above fail to work.

Remember to perform a backup before proceeding. From here, follow the steps below:

1. Open Settings on your device.
   
2. Scroll down and tap Device Options.
   
3. Navigate down and choose Reset to Factory Defaults.
   
4. Enter your Lock Screen Passcode if you have one.
   
5. Click Reset and wait for the device to complete the process.
   
   
   During this time, your Fire HD will restart multiple times. Don’t interfere with the device until it fully reboots.

The keyboard should be fully restored after hard resetting the device. As earlier said, back up your Amazon Fire HD to avoid losing data.

It’s not that hard, right?

Wrapping Up

No more worrying if your Amazon Fire HD keyboard won’t pop up. As you’ve seen, this problem is a piece of cake to fix. 

Soft rebooting of your device is the easiest method. You can also switch languages to Japanese or delete the personal dictionary.   

Installing a third-party keyboard isn’t a bad idea either. But if everything fails to work, consider doing a factory reset.