The iPad tablet is a spectacular gadget. You can type, sing, doodle and perform a variety of other tasks using this space-age gadget. However, without a bit of understanding, you will miss out on many of this devices features. Keep reading to get tips for some great advice for owners that want to get the most out of it.
The latest operating system for the iPad supports folders. To do this, press and hold on an app for a while, and it will start to jiggle. Then, drag the app over the top of a different icon and release. Your iPad will then create a folder with both apps. The folder will show the name representing the category associated with those apps. If you don’t like the label, you can rename the folder.
You can get to all of your running apps on your iPad. Just swipe downwards on the bar.
You may need to reboot your iPad with a soft reset. Wait until your iPad to reboot. If you want an application to shut down, hold your home button down for a couple of seconds.
Have you accidentally launched a noisy app? Press volume down for a few seconds to mute quickly. If you need to mute often, you can set your lock button to mute, too.
Did you accidentally launch an app that makes a noisy app? You can quickly turn the volume by pressing the “vol -” button until it is muted. The lock orientation can also be configured to mute button as well.
The iPad has a paper manual so it will need to be downloaded if you want to read it. Apple is all about minimalism and they would rather you download option instead.
If you are worried about anyone trying to get into your phone and seeing all of your private information, you can set your password to erase all data after so many failed attempts. Doing this will erase all data on the iPad whenever a person attempts to input the passcode ten times.
The chime on the iPad that alerts you have an incoming email can be very annoying. Are you aware that unwanted sound? Just select your Settings then General after that. Select Sounds under the General tab. You can stop the sound for new mail alert or reduce its level.
If you want to copy text quickly, you can click it and drag to select text. Then click Copy, go to another application, then press and hold again. A menu comes up that will let you click on paste.You can easily copy an entire paragraph in four times.
To add your Google Calendar to your iPad calendar app, select Mail, Contacts and Calendars. Select Add an Account, then tap Other. Tap that you wish to Add CalDAV Account and then put in the information for Google. Then, back out of that menu and choose the calendar app. Now you should have everything you need there!
Go to your apps that you usually run easier and quicker. This single trick alone will save you lots of time.
One great feature that many people don’t know about is called iTunes U (U = university). It houses many educational podcasts that focus on a variety of professional topics and is perfect for the ride home.
An iPad is an expensive investment, so you need to take good care of it. A lot of people buy iPad screen protectors. Applying one of these plastic sheets to your iPad will protect the screen from shocks and dust. Use a cloth that is designed for cleaning screens whenever you wipe off your iPad. Do not use chemical products to clean your iPad.
You can use the iPad’s lock key to orientate your iPad or mute your screen’s orientation. Remember that earlier versions of the iPad did not able to do that. You need to have this option if you have iOS 4.3 or above. Holding down the volume button will also give you the iPad as well.
Use tabs to multi-task your browser. You don’t need to leave your current website you are currently on just follow a link. Hold the link rather than tapping it to see a list of options. Then just click on the Open in New Tab option, and the current page stays open too.
If you are almost always connected to the internet in one way or another, then don’t overlook the cloud function of the iPad. Use the cloud to store things without taking up valuable space on the device itself. Put anything that you think is important on your cloud, in addition to keeping it on your tablet.
Use your iPad to listen to music purchased from iTunes.You do not have to download all your songs again. Just allow “Home Sharing” in both the iPad and iTunes.Then go to your music, click More, and click Shared.
Your iPad is more useful after you implement the information presented here. Keep all of this in mind and share it with others that own iPads. As you gain knowledge, you can also help others.
Forums online are a great way to learn more about your iPad. Lots of websites focus on iPads and can help you learn how to use the device to its full advantage. All you have to do is check some forums to find out more about the iPad.