david2 There is so much to do on an iPad. This is why they have become so wildly popular. Because they can do such much, it takes some time to learn all of the features. This article will give you all the tips you need and will allow you to use your iPad properly. Find the ones that are right for you below.
You can wipe out your iPad battery pretty quick if you use the device to game, play music or stream video content for long periods of time. One way to make you battery last longer is to adjust your screen’s brightness. You will probably find that you do not need to use the brightest possible setting to enjoy your iPad.
It is easy to get to all the apps that are currently running on your iPad. Just hit the Home button twice and a list will show up on the screen. You may switch to another running app, just by tapping that app in that bar. When you’re done, swipe the screen downwards to hide the bar.
Keep up with your spending on apps. It’s easy to rack up credit card bills with such engaging and entertaining applications that are just a click away. Because of this, ensure that you don’t spend more than you have.
On your email, you will notice that the default only allows for two visible lines. You may want to have more text available to preview. Just visit SETTINGS and tap MAIL. Open the mail tab in the settings app, then navigate to Contacts > Calendar. Once there, choose the number of lines to preview using the “preview mail” option.
Want a manual for your iPad? You’ll have to download it. Most Apple products come with downloadable manuals.
There is an easier way to open your favorite websites than tapping the bookmarks icon. You can eliminate this annoyance by turning the bookmarks bar on permanently. This option is available under the Settings tab.
Go to the apps that you need to use frequently! Simply double click on the home button, and they’ll instantly appear in the lower portion of your screen. This trick may save a ton of time versus scrolling through several screens looking for something.
Text can be copied and pasted on your iPad. Simply hold down the text that you intend to copy. All you have to do is tap it once and then copy. You can then paste your text by tapping, holding and selecting Paste.
A forum is a great place to learn tips and tricks about the iPad. There are many online sites that can help you become a pro in no time. If you don’t feel comfortable submitting a question right away, browse the archives and eventually introduce yourself and get in on the conversations.
Choose if you want your lock key to actually lock the device’s orientation or to mute its audio. The early iPad’s cannot perform this function. You need to have iOS 4.3 or greater. Additionally, you can hold the volume button down so that your device will be muted.
A double click on the iPad Home button will display all apps that are currently in use. You then get a bar with the apps that are running, and to get to them you simply tap the icon there. This will help you to compartmentalize all of your applications.
Reduce the brightness of your screen in order to increase the battery life of your iPad. This is very useful if you are out and waiting for an important email. To change the brightness, just double tap your Home button and touch the icon shaped like the sun.
Different environments don’t need similar light settings, which is why you’re able to change it. The screen is naturally bright, but you can dim it through the brightness controls. You can find these settings by double clicking your Home button, then swiping through. Then you can adjust things by hand to suit the environment.
You can show a PDF two ways. It is possible to sync PDFs to your iPad using the iTunes app. Also, you can send PDFs to your iPad’s email. Either way works well, so try both and see which you prefer.
Did you know you can connect your TV to your iPad? There is an adapter available for purchase which can assist you in this. Just look for an Apple VGA adapter or a digital AV adapter. These devices will work perfectly.
Street View
Google Maps offers a Street View feature. Search until you see a red pin on the map. Tap that pin to select the white and red person icon, which will load Street View.
Do you want to snap a screenshot fast? It is far simpler than you may have imagined. Press down on the home button, and then also press down on sleep/wake. A flash will appear, and you will have taken a screenshot. Every screen shot will be saved automatically so you’re not going to have to think about saving it later.
iPads are truly hot items today. Learning how to use an iPad is important if you want to take advantage of all of it’s features. Armed with the knowledge that you learned in this article, you will soon be an iPad expert! Best wishes on your iPad adventure!