Samsung Keyboard app has high battery usage on Galaxy S26

If your Galaxy S26 is experiencing rapid battery drain with the Samsung Keyboard app showing high battery usage, this guide provides a solution. An updated version of the app has been released to address this issue. Follow these steps to ensure your device is optimized.
A hand holding a Galaxy S26 using the Samsung Keyboard to type in a Notes app.
A hand holding a Galaxy S26 using the Samsung Keyboard to type in a Notes app.

Samsung Keyboard app has high battery usage on Galaxy S26

1

Update the Samsung Keyboard app.

Open the Galaxy Store. Using the Search bar, search for and tap Samsung Keyboard. Ensure the app is updated to the latest version (5.9.30.81 or later).

A Galaxy S26 screen showing the Samsung Keyboard app in the app store with the app entry highlighted in a blue box.

Note
Ensure your apps are always up to date through the Galaxy Store. The update schedule may vary depending on your region or carrier.
2

Monitor battery usage.

After updating, navigate to and tap Settings > Battery, and then tap View details under the 'Battery usage' section to monitor the battery consumption by apps and features.

A Galaxy S26 screen showing battery usage for various apps with the View details button highlighted in a blue box.

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