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Microsoft Surface Pro 12" (1st Edition) Keyboard with Slim Pen (Violet)
EP2-33097
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Keyboard for software and accessory use
- Violet colour design
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Microsoft
- Model Number:
- EP2-33097
- Connections:
- Magnetic
General Information
- Type:
- Surface Keyboard
- Colour:
- Purple
- Supplier Colour:
- Violet
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
General Information
- Type:
- Surface Keyboard
- Colour:
- Purple
- Supplier Colour:
- Violet
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 289.1
- Product Width (mm):
- 226.1
- Product Depth (mm):
- 4.89
- Product Weight (g):
- 294
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 24
- Box Width (mm):
- 209
- Box Depth (mm):
- 294
- Box Weight (kg):
- 1
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At a glance
The Microsoft Surface Pro 12" Keyboard with Slim Pen is a thin magnetic keyboard cover for Surface Pro 12-inch users who want typing and handwritten input in one accessory. It suits students, remote workers and everyday professionals thanks to its portable design, shortcut keys and flexible 360-degree hinge. A key limitation is that it is designed primarily for the Surface Pro 12-inch rather than broad multi-device use.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Productivity
- Note-Taking
- Study Work
- Remote Work
- Portable Office Setups
Where it works best
- Home Office
- Study
- University Campus
- Hybrid Workspace
- On the Go
Who it’s for
- University Student
- Remote Worker
- Everyday Professional
- Surface Pro User
- Mobile Creative Note-Taker
Things to consider
This keyboard is best for Surface Pro 12-inch owners, so it offers less broad device compatibility than standalone Bluetooth keyboards or specialist ergonomic models.
Work vs gaming suitability
Best for work and study; not designed as a gaming-focused keyboard
Ergonomics score
7/10 - slim and flexible for mobile use, though it is less specialised than dedicated ergonomic keyboards
Multi-device compatibility
Primarily designed for Surface Pro 12-inch, with the included Slim Pen also compatible with other supported Surface devices
Portability rating
9/10 - very easy to carry thanks to its 4.89 mm thin profile and 294 g weight
Noise level vs category
Quiet to moderate - suited to shared work and study spaces
Key benefits
- Magnetic attachment: snaps onto the Surface Pro 12-inch for a clean, integrated setup with minimal fuss.
- Included Slim Pen: supports handwriting, annotation and sketching without needing to buy a separate pen.
- 360-degree dynamic hinge: lets you switch easily between typing mode and tablet-style use.
- Precision touchpad with adaptive touch mode: enables accurate gesture navigation and supports accessibility-friendly interaction.
- Dedicated shortcut keys: gives faster access to Copilot, microphone mute, snipping, Windows shortcuts, media controls, brightness and lock functions.
- 4.89 mm thin design: adds very little thickness to your device for easier everyday carry.
- 294 g weight: keeps the overall setup light for commuting, classes and moving between rooms.
- Slim Pen compatibility with other Surface devices: useful if you move between multiple supported Surface products.
Q: Is this keyboard compatible with the Surface Pro 13-inch, or only the Surface Pro 12-inch?
A: It is designed for the Surface Pro 12-inch. The included Slim Pen can also work with selected other Surface devices, but the keyboard section itself is not listed as compatible with the Surface Pro 13-inch, so fit and connection should be matched to the 12-inch model.
Q: Can the included Surface Slim Pen be used on devices other than the Surface Pro 12-inch?
A: Yes. The included Surface Slim Pen is listed as compatible with Surface Pro, Surface Pro 13-inch and Surface Laptop Studio models, but the keyboard remains a Surface Pro 12-inch accessory, so only the pen has broader cross-device use.
Q: Can this keyboard fold right around for tablet use, or does it only work as a standard laptop-style cover?
A: It can fold right around, because the dynamic hinge is designed to flex 360 degrees. That gives more flexibility when switching between typing and touch use, without needing to remove the keyboard each time you want a flatter tablet-style setup.
Q: What dedicated shortcut keys does this keyboard add beyond a normal function row?
A: It includes a full F1 to F12 row plus dedicated keys for Copilot, microphone mute, snipping, Windows shortcuts, media controls, screen brightness and lock. That makes common commands quicker to reach than on a basic detachable keyboard.
Q: Is the touchpad suitable for gesture control and accessibility use?
A: Yes. It uses a precision touchpad and also supports adaptive touch mode, which is helpful if you rely on touchpad gestures or need accessibility-focused input options. That adds more flexibility than a basic clickpad-style cover.