Hello, dear forum members,
I hope this message finds you well. Currently, I’m using macOS Monterey, but I’m looking forward to upgrading to an M4 Mac that will likely come with macOS 15.1 Sequoia. I wanted to ask about a specific issue related to the initial login process. At the moment, I’m using a Logitech keyboard, the Keys to Go 2, which does not function for initial login due to my FileVault being enabled.
As a result, I have to rely on my older Magic Keyboard from the Steve Jobs era, which operates on two AA batteries, to enter my password for initial login. The problem is that the Logitech keyboard does not pair with my Mac until after the system has processed the initial password and has been decrypted. I’ve also encountered pairing issues with other Bluetooth keyboards, including the Magic Keyboard, during the initial login. Given these challenges, I was curious if any enhancements or accessibility features have been introduced in Ventura, Sonoma, or Sequoia that would allow users to input the initial login password using a virtual on-screen keyboard.
This feature would leverage a mouse or trackpad, both of which tend to connect more reliably for this purpose. Such an addition would be invaluable, as it would free users from relying solely on the official Apple keyboard. Your insights on this matter would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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