iPhone 16 Facing Grey Box Issue While Typing on Facebook [Fix]

Recently, several iPhone 16 (iOS 18.3.2) users have reported an issue where a grey box intermittently appears on the right side of the screen while typing in the Facebook comment section. The issue has also been observed on iPads and other devices, leading to frustration among users.

It has been noted that the grey box appears specifically when the “@” symbol is used to tag a friend in a comment. Once a friend’s name is selected from the pop-up box, the grey box remains visible, even after exiting the comment section.

Many users suspect that Facebook’s recent app updates have introduced this glitch, as similar problems have been observed on corporate communication platforms that rely on Facebook’s interface. Since Apple does not control the Facebook app, the issue is likely to be resolved through a Facebook app update rather than an iOS fix.

How to Fix iPhone Users Facing Grey Box Issue While Typing on Facebook – Possible Solutions

A potential workaround has been shared by a user experiencing the same problem. It has been observed that lowering the keyboard and bringing it back up makes the grey box disappear temporarily. Although this does not provide a permanent fix, it may serve as a quick solution until Facebook releases an update to address the bug.

Users facing this issue are advised to report it directly to Facebook’s support team, as a fix is expected in a future app update. Keeping the Facebook app updated may also help in resolving the issue once a patch is released.