iPad and iPad Pro For Dummies, 11th Edition

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To copy an item between two open apps, open two apps in split view or slide over mode (in the first app, tap the multitasking icon (…), tap Split View or Slide Over, and then tap the second app), then press and hold down on the item until it lifts up. (If it’s text, select it before you tap and hold down.) Drag it to the other app. As you drag, a little green +-in-a-circle appears wherever you can drop the item. Learn how to work with multiple apps at the same time and switch between the apps you use the most. The iPad uses an on-screen soft-keyboard like the iPhone or iPod touch; but there's an optional, full-size keyboard available. And because the iPad has built-in Bluetooth 2.1, it works with the Apple Wireless Keyboard, as well. Restart the iPad. You can always try the tried-and-true reboot procedure. Press the sleep/wake button until a red slider appears, and drag the slider to the right to turn off your iPad. After a few moments, press the sleep/wake button to boot up the little guy again.

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Go to your local Apple Store (if one is handy) to see what the folks there may know about your problem. It’s best to make an appointment to avoid long lines. Lightning connector–to–USB cable or USB-C charging cable: Use this handy cable to sync or charge your iPad. You can plug the USB connector into your Mac or PC to sync or plug it into the USB power adapter. If you bought an iPad Pro with a USB-C charging cable, you will need to plug it into a USB-C port on your Mac or PC, or into the included-USB-C power adapter mentioned shortly.z Important Product Information Guide pamphlet: Well, it must be important because it says so right on the cover. You can find basic safety warnings, a bunch of legalese, warranty information, and info on how to dispose of or recycle the iPad. (What! You’re getting rid of it already?) A few other pieces of advice: Don’t drop the iPad if you can help it, keep the thing dry, and — as with all handheld electronic devices — give full attention to the road while you’re driving (or walking, for that matter). Though it may not look like it, your iPad is a multitasking marvel. Swipe left or right with four or five fingers to switch between recently used apps. If your iPad doesn’t have a Home button, you can also swipe left or right across the bottom of the screen to navigate among your running apps. Quit apps. If you believe that an app is hanging up the iPad, double-tap the home button or swipe up from the bottom of the screen. Thumbnails of every open app appear. Now swipe up on any apps you would like to quit.Your iPad features two important buttons: the Home button and the Sleep/Wake button. The Home button is the circular button found on the front of your iPad, while the Sleep/Wake button is located on the top of the iPad. We'll go into more details about these buttons later on.

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What’s not in the box are earbuds. If you want to use earbuds (or a headset) for music, video, games, or anything else, you have to find a pair elsewhere. Consider finding one that includes a built-in microphone. You'll need to connect your iPad to the Internet to be able to use most of its features. It's easy to turn your iPad's wireless connection on or off and join nearby networks so you can go online. Once you join a network, your device will connect to it automatically whenever it's in range. If there are no networks in range, it will connect via 3G or 4G instead, but only if you have a 3G- or 4G-enabled device (and a contract with a wireless provider). To turn Wi-Fi on or off: To move around on your iPad, use the multitouch screen. The iPad has no mouse and no physical keyboard or keypad buttons; the multitouch screen displays virtual versions of buttons and controls as required for the tasks at hand. Prep your fingers for the following: If you connect the USB cable to USB ports on your keyboard, USB hub, display, or other external device, or even the USB ports on an older Mac or PC, you may be able to sync but more than likely can’t charge the battery.

Double-press the Home button (if your iPad has one) or swipe up from the bottom of your screen to display App Switcher, which offers thumbnail views for any open apps; swipe to the right to see more apps. The battery on your device should last for about 10 hours of normal use. When it's low, you'll need to charge it. There are two ways to charge the battery: You most likely already opened the handsome box that your new Apple iPad came in. But if you didn’t, here’s what you can expect to find inside: When you're done using the iPad, press the Sleep/Wake button to put it in Sleep mode. This will turn off the screen and help to save battery life. The iPad will go to Sleep mode automatically if you don't use it for more than a few minutes. To turn the iPad on and off:

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When you decide your child is ready for their own iPad, you can create an AppleID for them, add them to Family Sharing, guide their usage with parental controls, and set up other kid-friendly features. Using the Apple iPad is fairly intuitive, but if you want to save time, have a look at the following iPad features you’ll use frequently:

Once you have an iPad, your next step should be learning about the physical features of the device and the accessories that come with it. This includes the different buttons and ports, how to turn the device on and off, how to charge the battery, and the importance of protecting the screen. Restart your iPad. Press and hold down the top button, and then slide the slider button to the right to turn it off. Wait a few seconds. Press the top button to turn on the iPad again. Or, if both devices have iOS 12.4, iPadOS 13, or later, you can transfer all your data wirelessly from your previous device to your new one. Keep your devices near each other and plugged into power until the migration process is complete. A powered USB hub, one that plugs into an AC outlet, will probably recharge your iPad. Some USB hubs don’t provide enough juice to recharge an iPad, but others do. If you have a powered hub, try it. If you see the Not Charging message, your hub’s not juicy enough. The top button: This button is on the top of your iPad, and you use it to put your iPad’s screen to sleep or wake it up.

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In addition to its aeronautical uses, airplane mode is the simplest way to conserve power (short of turning the iPad off, of course), and if you want to concentrate on something, it may be a simple tool to use. Reset iPad settings. Tap the Settings icon on your Home screen, and then tap General–> Transfer or Reset iPad–>Reset–>Reset All Settings. Resetting iPad settings won’t erase your data, but you’ll have to redo some settings afterwards. For the most part, only your computer’s built-in USB ports (and only recent-vintage computers at that) have enough juice to recharge the battery. If you use an external USB port, you’ll probably see a Not Charging message next to the battery icon at the top of the screen. Note: If you already completed setup and want to use Move to iOS, you must erase your iPad and start over, or move your data manually. See the Apple Support article Move content manually from your Android device to your iPhone or iPad.Also make sure to have a soft, lint-free cloth for wiping fingerprints and smudges off the screen. Never use household cleaners, alcohol, or other abrasives. Wi-Fi Sometimes your iPad refuses to respond. Before you throw it through the window and run to the Apple store, there are a few troubleshooting things you can try. If your iPad goes dead on you, try these solutions: