How I’m Productive on iPadOS - Chris Eller's Knowledge Garden

## Intro [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=0s) - The purpose of the video is to share productivity tips and tricks for using [[IPadOS | iPadOS.]] [(00:00:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=5s) - The speaker's [[IPad | iPad]] is running iPadOS 18, but most of the tips will also work on [[IPadOS 17 | iPadOS 17]]. [(00:00:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=23s) - The video is sponsored by Ankor. [(00:00:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=33s) ## Multitasking Split View [(00:00:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=38s) - Split View allows multiple apps or windows to be open simultaneously on the iPad. [(00:00:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=41s) - Split View can be accessed by dragging and dropping apps from the dock, Spotlight, App Library, or by dragging an app to either side of the screen. [(00:00:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=54s) - Slide Over, accessed by dropping an app in the center of the screen while in Split View, creates a thin column that hovers over the current app and can be dismissed by swiping right at the top. [(00:01:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=97s) ## Sponsor Anker [(00:03:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=180s) - The Anker Prime [[Charging station | charging station]] is a 250-watt, six-port desktop charging station that can charge various tech devices. [(00:03:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=181s) - The charging station features four USB-C ports and two USB-A ports, utilizing Power Delivery 3.1 technology for fast charging. [(00:03:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=194s) - The Anker Prime USB-C cable is an ultra-durable braided cable that supports up to 240 watts of power delivery and is compatible with various USB-C devices. [(00:04:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=276s) ## Multitasking Stage Manager [(00:05:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=320s) - [[Stage management | Stage Manager]] is a multitasking feature for iPads that allows users to resize and move app windows freely on the screen. [(00:06:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=362s) - Stage Manager supports up to four app windows simultaneously and allows users to switch between recent apps or stages. [(00:06:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=378s) - Stage Manager offers two UI elements: the Stage Strip for switching between recent app stages and the Dock for quick access to frequently used apps. [(00:07:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=473s) ## External Monitor Support [(00:09:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=590s) - The M series [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] and [[IPad Air (5th generation) | iPad Air]] offer external monitor support that extends the display, while other [[IPad | iPad]] models only support mirroring the iPad's screen. [(00:09:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=590s) - With external monitor support, users can utilize up to eight app windows simultaneously - four on the iPad and four on the external monitor. [(00:10:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=614s) - While using an external monitor, the audio output defaults to the monitor's speakers, but users can switch to other audio sources like headphones or desktop speakers using the [[AirPlay]] button in Control Center. [(00:10:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=633s) ## Spotlight [(00:11:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=665s) - Spotlight can be used to search for documents in the Files app and content in apps like Drafts and Notes. [(00:11:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=670s) - Spotlight can perform unit conversions, such as inches to centimeters and Fahrenheit to Celsius. [(00:11:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=678s) - Spotlight allows natural language input for creating calendar events in the built-in Calendar app. [(00:11:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=686s) - Spotlight can be used to set timers and alarms. [(00:11:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=696s) - Spotlight can be used to toggle Focus modes, settings like [[Bluetooth]] and Airplane mode, and run shortcuts. [(00:11:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=699s) ## Background Audio [(00:11:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=717s) - The accessibility settings in [[IOS | iOS]] and [[IPadOS | iPadOS]] include background sounds such as white noise, rain, ocean, and streams. [(00:12:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=721s) - Background sounds can be toggled in the control center and the sound or volume can be adjusted with a long press. [(00:12:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=739s) - Background sounds function independently of the audio system and will continue to play even when watching a video or listening to music. [(00:12:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=748s) ## Managing Storage [(00:12:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=768s) - The iPad's storage settings allow users to monitor overall storage usage, including data stored locally, apps, and app contents. [(00:12:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=770s) - Users can manage and delete apps directly within the settings menu. [(00:12:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=776s) - Deleting an app can be done by swiping left on the app within the settings menu and selecting the delete option. [(00:13:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=781s) ## Text Shortcuts [(00:13:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=786s) - [[Computer keyboard | Keyboard]] text replacement allows for the creation of shortcuts for words or phrases. [(00:13:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=788s) - Examples of shortcuts include using "@@@" for an email address, "##" for a phone number, and "[[American Automobile Association | AAA]]" for a home address. [(00:13:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=793s) - While [[IPadOS | iPadOS]] is generally proficient at recognizing when to insert personal information, having shortcuts is still beneficial for ensuring accuracy and efficiency, especially when emailing. [(00:13:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=801s) ## Cursor Changes [(00:13:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=819s) - The sensitivity of the cursor can be increased in general settings. [(00:13:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=823s) - The "Highlight cursor" feature, found in accessibility settings, adds a ring around the cursor, improving visibility. [(00:13:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=833s) - The default gray color of the cursor can be changed to white, which is easier to see, especially in dark mode or on an external monitor. [(00:13:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=835s) ## Display Changes [(00:14:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=852s) - Autolock is disabled to prevent the [[IPad | iPad]] from locking, especially during video editing or rendering. [(00:14:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=852s) - Night mode and True Tone are also disabled to ensure accurate color representation for color grading work. [(00:14:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=889s) - The Display Zoom feature is set to "More Space" to run the iPad at a higher resolution, allowing for more content to be displayed on the screen. [(00:15:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=906s) ## Undo and Redo [(00:15:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=915s) - To undo or redo an action, a three-finger tap on the screen will bring up the undo and redo menu. [(00:15:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=929s) - This menu also provides the options to cut, copy, and paste. [(00:15:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=933s) - The typical [[Computer keyboard | keyboard]] shortcuts for undo (command + Z) and redo (command + shift + Z) are not available in tablet mode. [(00:15:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=923s) ## Sounds [(00:15:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=938s) - The silent mode on the [[IPad | iPad]] should always be turned on to avoid multiple devices ringing at the same time when receiving a call. [(00:15:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=940s) - Calls can be answered using headphones connected to the iPad, as visual notifications will still appear on the screen even when the silent mode is on. [(00:15:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=958s) - If the iPad is not in use, calls can be answered using an [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Watch or a nearby phone, eliminating the need to answer calls specifically on the iPad. [(00:16:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=968s) ## Focus [(00:16:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=980s) - Focus filters can be used to block distracting notifications, change wallpapers, and put apps in specific states. [(00:16:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=988s) - Third-party apps offer a variety of features that can be used with Focus filters, such as the ability to jump between calendar sets in Fantastical. [(00:16:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=998s) - [[Safari (web browser) | Safari]] profiles can be used to separate personal and work accounts, and Focus filters can be used to automatically switch to the appropriate profile. [(00:17:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1057s) ## Magic Keyboard [(00:18:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1093s) - Holding down the globe key on a [[Computer keyboard | keyboard]] reveals all systemwide keyboard shortcuts. [(00:18:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1096s) - A globe key can be enabled on keyboards without one by going to Settings > General > Keyboard > Hardware Keyboard and changing one of the system keys to a globe key. [(00:18:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1117s) - Double tapping the control key enables dictation mode, and holding down the dedicated dictation button on the new Magic Keyboard triggers Siri. [(00:18:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1135s) ## Apple Pencil [(00:19:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1158s) - The [[Apple Pencil]] can be used for marking up PDF documents and signing contracts. [(00:19:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1166s) - The built-in Preview app provides PencilKit tools for annotating PDFs, including a signature storage feature for quick signing. [(00:19:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1171s) - The Highlight tool is useful for emphasizing important information within PDF documents. [(00:19:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1187s) ## Wrap Up [(00:19:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1198s) - A request is made for viewers to share their system-level [[IPadOS | iPadOS]] tips. [(00:20:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1203s) - Future video content is teased, focusing on app-specific tips and workflows. [(00:20:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1208s) - Gratitude is expressed to the video's sponsor, Ankor. [(00:20:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c&t=1218s) ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLVnPVtK-3c)