iPads are incredibly simple for people to use. You just touch the screen, put an app on the device and start, right?But, there is lots more to know, tips and tricks that will help you use your iPad more efficiently.
Did you know that you can create folders on your iPad? You can start by holding down on your app until it jiggles, and then place it on top of a related app. Your iPad will then create a folder with both apps. The folder will show the name representing the category associated with those apps. You can rename the folder, too.
You can access remote servers by using VPN network. The networking tab is where you can change anything related to VPN connections. You are going to be prompted for both your username and a server address. If you lack the server address, you should contact the person who administrate the VPN network.
It is not necessary to tap the camera icon to view your gallery. Just do a one-finger swipe to see your content will appear. Swipe left in the other direction to see prior photos.
Your iPad will charge slower if you are using your iPhone charger. Your iPhone does not have the same wattage as the iPad and it can be detrimental to the health of your iPhone charger to do so. If you use that iPhone battery charger, it will be twice the time to charge. Use the original charger instead.
The iPad also has a speech recognition function. Just press home button and tap the little microphone icon. After you have dictated your piece, you can hit the icon once again and text will start appearing.
The iPad’s default setting shows the first two lines of every email prior to it being opened. You might want to have more text available to preview. You can do this by choosing the mail from your settings.
Tablet typing isn’t simple. If you have issues, use speech dictation instead. Depress the Home button two times, then touch the microphone icon. When you finish talking, press the icon button again and you will see your words appear as text.
Bookmark Bar
Do you wish it were easier to access your bookmarks icon whenever you need to go to the websites you use the most? You can stop this by always showing the bookmark bar. Go to your Settings screen, tap on Safari and turn on the bookmark bar.
Are you worried about possibly losing your iPad? Just go to your iPad’s Settings and then click on iCloud. Enter your ID for Apple at the base of the screen. You will see the notation: FIND MY IPAD. Turn this function on. Then you can visit iCloud.com to find your iPad.
The iPad cloud function is great to use the internet. You can store extra information this way without taking too much space on your iPad. Make sure that you save critical documents to both your iPad and the cloud function.
One great feature that many people don’t know about is called iTunes U (the ‘U’ is for university). This section has many educational podcasts about all types of professoinal subjects and can be a great way to increase your know-how.
Visit your frequently used applications faster and with greater ease. All you have to do is double click your home button, and they will appear instantly at the bottom of whatever screen you are on. Use this to avoid scrolling around to find what you need.
Make the most of tabs to multitask Internet surfing. You don’t need to leave the site you’re on because you wish to follow through to another link. Hold your link rather than tapping it to see a menu of options will appear. Then just click on the Open in New Tab option, and the current page stays open too.
The screen can be made dimmer by tapping your Home button two times and swiping it until you get to the settings for brightness. This lets you to control your brightness level.
When using your iPad to take pictures, many people grasp the sides. This will move the shutter button, which can wobble when shooting a photo. Try using the orientation lock. This allows the shutter button to easily be reached with your thumb. Once you are done, use the image editor on your pictures to rotate them.
You might lose it and a lot of personal information is on there.
Search Engine
Control your iPad’s screen brightness to extend the device’s battery life. This is very useful if you are out and waiting for an important email. To accomplish this, hit the Home button twice and find the icon resembling a sun.
Are you getting crummy Google search results on the iPad? Go to Settings, select Safari, then choose Search Engine. Pick another search engine for searching from that appears.
Are you getting scratches screen? It will protect the iPad and stop your fingers from damage.
Partcipate in online communities of iPad users. There is much to be learned from others who have been using the device much longer than you and perhaps in different ways. It is a great way for you to give back to the community too! These forums are also great for peer-to-peer tech support.
Are you tired of being constantly bothered by the Wi-Fi network? You can turn this option. You can still be able to hop on a network if you desire. You still be allowed to; you just won’t be bothered by constant notifications.
You will find even more uses for your iPad as you learn more about this device. This article should be the beginning of you learning all of you can to make your iPad experience better. Almost anything that you need to do on a computer can be done on your iPad, if only you know how.
If you have multiple apps open and want to switch between them, double-tap the home button to open the task manager. Then you just need to choose the app that you were looking for instead of scrolling through all the screen. To get back to the application you were using previously, you just repeat the process.