## New iPad? Here's what to do after setting up [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=0s) - The video covers the first 21 things to do after unboxing and setting up a new [[IPad | iPad]] in 2025, including tips, tricks, and settings to optimize battery life [(00:00:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=6s). - The video will be using both the M3 iPad Air and the latest A16 iPad as examples, but the tips will also apply to the iPad mini and the iPad Pro [(00:00:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=13s). - The host, Brandon, will be guiding viewers through these tips and tricks to help them get the most out of their new iPad [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=0s). ## Protect its health from the beginning [(00:00:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=28s) - To protect the iPad's battery health from the beginning, it is essential to check the battery section in the settings, where the battery health should be listed as "normal" and the maximum capacity should be close to 100% for a new iPad [(00:00:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=40s). - The battery health section also includes an 80% limit option, which is off by default, but it is recommended to turn it on to help increase the longevity of the battery health and maintain the maximum capacity as high as possible [(00:00:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=46s). - Enabling the 80% limit means that the [[IPad | iPad]] will charge to 80% and then stop charging, reducing the time the device spends fully charged and minimizing wear on the battery over time [(00:01:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=63s). - By limiting the charge to 80%, users can help prolong their battery's lifespan, as reducing the time spent fully charged decreases the wear on the battery [(00:01:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=77s). - The 80% limit is a useful feature for maintaining battery health, and it is one of the key steps to take when setting up a new iPad to ensure the battery lasts as long as possible [(00:01:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=82s). ## This confuses a lot of iPad users (learn the gestures) [(00:01:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=97s) - Many iPad users, including new and seasoned ones, get confused by the various gestures available on the device, including those using fingers and the [[Apple Pencil]], which can be overwhelming [(00:01:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=97s). - To get back to the home screen from an application, users can swipe up from the bottom of the screen, similar to the [[IPhone | iPhone]], or use the bottom bar to swipe between applications quickly [(00:01:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=102s). - Swiping up slowly from the bottom of the screen while in an application pulls up the dock, allowing for easy access to frequently used apps and multitasking without having to go to the home screen [(00:02:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=121s). - The dock can be used to drag an application into another window, such as the slide-over window, for multitasking purposes, which will be discussed further [(00:02:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=132s). - Continuing to swipe up from the bottom of the screen puts the user in the app switcher, where they can see all currently open applications and swipe up on them to close them [(00:02:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=143s). - Taking a screenshot can be done by swiping up from the bottom right corner of the screen with an [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Pencil or a finger, although this feature may need to be enabled in the settings under multitasking and gestures [(00:02:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=159s). - The settings for swipe gestures can be found in the multitasking and gestures section, where users can choose to turn the feature on or off, or set it to open a quick note [(00:02:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=169s). - The swipe gesture from the corner of the screen can be customized to perform different actions, such as taking a screenshot or opening a quick note, depending on the user's preference [(00:03:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=180s). ## Use 4-5 fingers [(00:03:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=199s) - The favorite gestures include three and four fingers, and some of these gestures are not well-known, so they need to be turned on, although they should be on by default, including the four and five finger gestures [(00:03:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=199s). - To quickly copy and paste text, three fingers can be used to pinch in on the selected text to copy it, and then the same three fingers can be used to pinch out to paste the text [(00:03:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=216s). - Additionally, three fingers can be swiped to the left to undo an action, and swiped to the right to redo an action [(00:03:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=238s). - Four fingers can be used to swipe between applications, providing a quick way to switch between apps without having to use the Bottom bar [(00:04:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=250s). - Five fingers can be used to pinch in and go to the home screen, and if pinched in and held, it will take you to the app switcher [(00:04:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=266s). - Four or five fingers can be used for various gestures, including switching between apps, although the preference for the number of fingers to use may vary [(00:04:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=277s). ## Keep this in mind (lesser known gestures) [(00:04:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=286s) - The [[IPad | iPad]] allows for drag and drop gestures, which can be very convenient, especially in applications like Photo, where users can select multiple photos and drop them into another application without having to go through a long process [(00:04:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=286s). - To use the drag and drop feature, users can take a picture, hold on to it, and then select other photos while still holding the initial image, with a counter displaying the number of selected items [(00:04:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=292s). - Once photos are selected, users can go into another application, such as Notes, and drop the photos into a new note, allowing for multitasking and easy import of photos into the note [(00:05:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=303s). - The drag and drop feature is not limited to photos, as users can also select text, press and hold on it, and then drop it into another application, such as Notes, without having to paste it [(00:05:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=335s). - This feature enables users to easily move content between applications, making it a useful tool for productivity and organization on the iPad [(00:05:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=346s). ## Do this with the keyboard [(00:05:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=351s) - When using the [[IPad | iPad]] without a magic keyboard, the default keyboard takes up nearly half the screen, making it difficult to see what's written behind it [(00:05:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=357s). - To make the keyboard smaller, a simple pinch gesture can be used, allowing the keyboard to be moved around and used as a floating keyboard [(00:06:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=374s). - The smaller keyboard can be easier and quicker to type with, and it can be returned to full size by pinching out with two fingers [(00:06:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=379s). - The pinch gesture can be used to adjust the keyboard size, providing more visibility and flexibility when typing on the iPad [(00:06:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=367s). ## Hidden keyboard gesture [(00:06:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=396s) - The [[IPad | iPad]] keyboard has a hidden gesture that allows users to access the shift variant or other variant of keys, such as the at sign, pound sign, or money sign, by swiping down on the key, which can be a more efficient way to type, especially on the iPad with its bigger keyboard [(00:06:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=396s). - This gesture can also be used for numbers by swiping down on the key, and it makes typing faster on both the [[IPhone | iPhone]] and the iPad once users get used to it [(00:07:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=423s). - Holding down on certain keys, such as the Zero key, can also reveal additional symbols, like the degrees symbol, and holding down on the dollar sign key can switch to different languages or currencies [(00:07:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=442s). - Other keys can also be used with this gesture to access different options, as long as the option is available, and users can explore these hidden features to improve their typing experience [(00:07:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=451s). ## Display settings [(00:07:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=465s) - The display settings on the [[IPad | iPad]] can be adjusted to improve the overall appearance, and it is recommended to change these settings as the default display may not look great after unboxing and setting up the device [(00:07:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=465s). - To access the display settings, go to the settings, then select "display" and "brightness", and scroll down to "display zoom" where users can choose to set it to "more space" if they need more space on the iPad [(00:08:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=481s). - The "display zoom" setting can be set to "more space" or left on the default setting, depending on individual preference, and this setting affects the appearance of the home screen and app library [(00:08:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=487s). - The "home screen and app library" setting allows users to choose whether to use large app icons, which can make a noticeable difference if there are many applications on the home screen [(00:08:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=493s). - Users can also choose to have newly downloaded apps go to the "app Library" instead of the home screen, which can help keep the home screen organized and clutter-free [(00:08:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=523s). - The "app Library" can be accessed by swiping all the way over to the right, or it can be added to the dock for quicker access, and users can also choose to turn on "suggested and recent apps" in the dock [(00:08:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=533s). - The dock settings can be customized to show suggested applications, recent apps, or kept clean and minimal, depending on individual preference [(00:09:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=554s). ## Put one of these on your iPad [(00:09:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=566s) - To improve the drawing or writing experience with the [[Apple Pencil]], a [[Paperlike | paperlike]] screen protector is necessary because it provides a better feel and resistance, similar to writing on real paper, by utilizing micro bead Nano dot technology [(00:09:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=566s). - The paperlike screen protector is preferred for its ability to mimic the feeling of writing with a pen on paper, and it also protects the screen from scratches and reduces reflections that are common with regular glossy screens [(00:09:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=571s). - The improved 2.1 version of the paperlike screen protector is recommended, and it comes with a 100-day satisfaction guarantee, with the best deal available through a link in the description [(00:10:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=602s). - The paperlike screen protector offers benefits even when not using the [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Pencil, such as protecting the screen from scratches and reducing reflections, making it a worthwhile investment for [[IPad | iPad]] users [(00:09:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=597s). ## Fully understand multitasking on iPad [(00:10:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=615s) - The iPad OS has three different multitasking systems, including split view, which allows users to have two apps open at the same time by dragging one application to the side of the screen, and this can be done by swiping up and selecting an application from the dock [(00:10:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=615s). - In split view, users can change the size of each application window and use the three dots to access options such as full screen, split view, slide over, or close, and they can also open another variation of the same application [(00:10:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=628s). - Users can replace one of the applications in the split view by dragging a different application over the top of it, and they can also add a third application through the slide over feature, which can be accessed from the top of the screen [(00:10:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=641s). - The slide over feature allows users to have three applications open at once, and they can move the slide over window around the screen and have multiple applications within it, which can be accessed using the bar at the bottom of the window [(00:11:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=675s). - Users can move the slide over window to the side of the screen by swiping it to the side, and a small arrow will indicate that the slide over window is still open, allowing users to swipe back and access it again [(00:11:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=700s). - The third multitasking system is also available, in addition to split view and slide over, providing users with multiple options for managing multiple applications at the same time [(00:12:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=744s). ## Stage Manager on iPad [(00:12:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=750s) - Stage Manager is a feature built into [[IPad | iPad]] OS that allows for a new version of multitasking, where recent windows are opened on the left-hand side while one application is in the center, and it is not available on the regular base iPad [(00:12:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=750s). - The Stage Manager feature can be found in the multitasking and gestures section, and it works similarly to its counterpart on [[Mac (computer) | Mac]] OS, allowing users to resize windows and move them around [(00:12:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=757s). - Users can resize their windows, move them, and pull in other applications, such as YouTube or Notes, to use alongside their current application [(00:13:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=782s). - Once multiple applications are open, users can swipe over to see their other windows, or activate Stage Manager from the [[Control Center (Apple) | Control Center]] using a specific icon [(00:13:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=792s). - If the Stage Manager icon is not in the Control Center, users can add it by tapping and holding, going to "add a control", and searching for "Stage Manager" [(00:13:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=803s). - For frequent users of Stage Manager, it is recommended to go into "display and brightness" and then "display zoom" and set it to "more space" to have more space for windows in that view [(00:13:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=821s). ## Use iPad as secondary display with Mac [(00:13:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=831s) - Using an [[IPad | iPad]] as a secondary display for a [[Mac (computer) | Mac]] is a useful feature, allowing users to extend their desktop and increase productivity by moving windows from their Mac to the iPad [(00:13:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=831s). - To activate this feature, users need to move their mouse over the green full-screen button on their Mac, click and hold, and select the option to move the window to the iPad [(00:14:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=845s). - Once the window is moved to the iPad, users can interact with it using their mouse and keyboard connected to their Mac, and the window will behave like a Mac or iPad application, complete with a menu bar and quick controls [(00:14:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=857s). - The quick controls on the iPad include various commands and keys, such as command keys, that can be used to interact with the window [(00:14:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=875s). ## Continuity is the best thing ever (use this with your Mac) [(00:14:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=879s) - The [[IPad | iPad]] can be used as an extended display of a [[Mac (computer) | Mac]], but a more frequently used feature is continuity, which allows the use of a Mac's mouse and keyboard on the iPad when connected to the same account [(00:14:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=879s). - With continuity, the Mac's mouse cursor can be used to select and maneuver through iPad OS, and files can be dragged and dropped between the two devices [(00:14:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=892s). - The feature enables seamless interaction between the Mac and iPad, allowing users to drag text from the iPad's Notes app and drop it onto the Mac's home screen [(00:15:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=906s). - To access the options and toggles for cursor and keyboard continuity, as well as continuity camera, users can go to their iPad's settings, then General, and then AirPlay and Continuity [(00:15:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=948s). - The cursor and keyboard feature in AirPlay and Continuity settings allows users to use their Mac's cursor and keyboard on their iPad, making the iPad an extension of their Mac workflow [(00:16:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=960s). - Continuity is a useful feature that can be used daily to enhance productivity and workflow between the Mac and iPad [(00:15:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=914s). ## Use the USB-C port for this [(00:16:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=968s) - The iPad's [[USB-C]] port is very powerful and can be used to connect various devices, including a mouse, keyboard, USB-C hubs, and SSDs, which can be accessed through the Files application [(00:16:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=968s). - When an SSD is connected to the [[IPad | iPad]], it will show up under locations in the Files application, allowing users to view the content inside the drive, drag files or photos into it, and even format the SSD directly from the Files app, a feature available with iPad OS 18 [(00:16:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=982s). - The Files application also provides options to erase an SSD by tapping and holding on it, and to view information about the drive, making it a convenient way to manage external storage [(00:16:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1011s). - The iPad's USB-C port can be used to offload photos and videos to an SSD, which can be useful for users who don't have a large iCloud plan, and this can be done by selecting the photos, going to "Save to Files", and choosing the SSD drive as the destination [(00:17:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1030s). - This feature is not exclusive to the iPad, as it can also be done from an [[IPhone | iPhone]], but it is found to be more handy on the iPad [(00:17:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1041s). ## Apple Pencil tips [(00:17:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1053s) - To use the [[Apple Pencil]] to its full potential on the [[IPad | iPad]], it is necessary to check the compatibility of the pencil with the device, and the overall premise of using the [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Pencil is the same for all models, including the Apple Pencil Pro and the Apple Pencil [[USB-C]] [(00:17:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1053s). - The Apple Pencil can be used to open a quick note on the lock screen by simply tapping in the middle of the screen with the pencil, which will automatically fix handwriting and provide a cool animation [(00:18:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1086s). - The Apple Pencil allows for various options, such as copying text, inserting space, and straightening handwritten text, which can be accessed by selecting the typing option [(00:18:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1105s). - The straighten feature is a useful tool that can be used to straighten out crooked handwritten text, and it can be accessed by selecting the text and choosing the straighten option [(00:18:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1117s). - The Apple Pencil also allows for moving text around by tapping and holding on the text with the pencil, which will bring up a thick line that can be used to move the text to different lines or space it out [(00:18:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1128s). - The Apple Pencil hover feature, which used to be exclusive to the iPad Pro, is now available on other iPads, including the iPad Air, and it allows users to see where they will start drawing before touching the screen [(00:19:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1149s). - The [[Apple Pencil]] Pro has a feature called Squeeze, which allows users to quickly access different pencils and tools by squeezing the pencil, and it also has a feature called barrel, which shows the direction of the tool before pressing down on the screen [(00:19:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1166s). - The [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Pencil allows users to draw perfect shapes, such as squares and triangles, by holding down on the screen after finishing the shape, and this feature is available to all Apple Pencil users [(00:20:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1200s). - The selector tool can be used to select multiple items at once, allowing users to move them all at the same time, by selecting the tool and then selecting the items [(00:20:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1239s). ## I love this feature, also [(00:20:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1248s) - The [[IPad | iPad]] features a function called Scribble, which allows users to convert handwritten text into typed text throughout iPad OS, eliminating the need to touch the screen to type, and this feature can be used in various applications, including Safari, at [(00:20:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1248s). - In Safari, Scribble can be used to quickly enter website addresses by drawing with the [[Apple Pencil]] in the address bar, which then converts the handwriting into text, making it a handy tool for navigating to websites, at [(00:20:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1259s). - The Scribble feature is not limited to Safari and can be used in other areas of the iPad, such as the settings search field, where it can convert handwritten text into typed text and display relevant results, at [(00:21:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1279s). - Scribble also works in third-party apps, including [[Notion (productivity software) | Notion]], where users can draw to insert text into a document, and it also allows for easy text removal by scribbling through the unwanted text, at [(00:21:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1297s). - The Scribble feature provides a convenient way to interact with the iPad using the [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Pencil, and users may find various use cases for it in their preferred applications, at [(00:21:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1302s). ## Dealing with documents [(00:21:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1312s) - To scan documents with an [[IPad | iPad]], users can go into the Notes app, press and hold on the icon, and select the "scan documents" option, which opens up the camera viewfinder, allowing users to scan documents easily [(00:22:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1337s). - Once a document is scanned, it can be saved and opened in the Notes app, where users can start annotating it immediately without needing to take any additional steps, and they can also add signatures [(00:22:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1365s). - Users can add their signature to a document by tapping the "+" icon, selecting "add signature", and then signing their name, with the option to adjust the signature's size and darkness, such as increasing it to 12 points for better legibility [(00:22:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1376s). - After saving a file as a PDF, users can utilize the "autofill sections" option to fill in forms, such as tax forms, which are indicated by a blue highlight, and they can also add text form boxes or signatures as needed [(00:23:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1394s). - The iPad's larger screen makes it easier to use for scanning and annotating documents compared to an [[IPhone | iPhone]], making it a more convenient option for tasks like these [(00:22:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1325s). ## Do this in the Files app [(00:23:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1417s) - To efficiently use the Files application, it is necessary to set up favorites, which can include specific folders that are frequently accessed, such as the Lightroom presets folder, by dragging the folder to the favorites section for quick and easy access [(00:23:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1422s). - Adding a folder to favorites allows for rapid access to that folder, and this can be particularly useful for folders that are used all the time [(00:23:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1428s). - In addition to favoriting folders, it is also possible to keep specific files downloaded and accessible at all times, even without an internet connection, by tapping and holding on the file and selecting the "keep downloaded" option [(00:24:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1446s). - The "keep downloaded" option ensures that selected files remain downloaded on the [[IPad | iPad]], allowing for access to those files regardless of internet connectivity [(00:24:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1452s). - By utilizing the favorites and "keep downloaded" features in the Files application, users can streamline their file management and ensure that important files and folders are always readily available [(00:24:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1458s). ## If you don't like Photos, do this [(00:24:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1466s) - The Files app allows users to scan documents by tapping the three dots, and also enables synchronization with Google Drive or Dropbox accounts, as well as customization of the edit sidebar, with the ability to change the order of items [(00:24:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1466s). - The Photos application can be customized by going to the bottom of the page and selecting "customize and reorder", which allows users to deselect unwanted items and rearrange the layout to their liking [(00:25:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1505s). - Customizing the Photos app can make it more useful and cleaner, with the ability to add or remove items such as trips, and create a more organized layout with two columns [(00:25:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1511s). - [[IPad | iPad]] OS 18.4 includes a new filter in the Photos app, which allows users to filter photos and only see ones that are not in an album, by selecting "not in an album" from the filter options [(00:25:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1534s). - Users can also maneuver items around in the Photos app and change the order if desired, to create a personalized and efficient layout [(00:24:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1484s). ## Same with Mail [(00:25:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1546s) - The new mail application on the iPad has different mail categories, including primary, transactions, updates, and promotions, which can be accessed by tapping on the categories option [(00:25:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1552s). - Tapping on any of these categories will show the corresponding emails, and tapping again will take the user to the all mail section, where all emails can be seen without any categories [(00:26:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1563s). - Users can customize how emails from specific senders are categorized by going to the three dots and selecting "categorize sender", allowing them to choose a category such as primary [(00:26:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1588s). - The toolbar can be customized by going to the three dots and selecting "customize toolbar", where options such as "categorize sender" and "remind me" can be added for easy access [(00:26:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1600s). - If the new mail application is not preferred, users can reset it to the old classic style by going to the three dots and changing the view to "list view" [(00:27:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1621s). - In the mail settings, there is a new option for deleting or moving message actions, which allows users to choose what happens after an action is taken, such as not selecting a message or viewing the next message [(00:27:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1638s). ## Touch ID [(00:27:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1649s) - To configure [[Touch ID]] on the [[IPad | iPad]], it is necessary to go into the settings and select Touch ID and passcode, where users can add additional fingerprints, such as those from their left or right index fingers, or middle fingers, to make unlocking the device easier and faster [(00:27:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1649s). - Under the fingerprints section, users can add at least one additional fingerprint to account for the various ways they may hold their iPad, including using different fingers or holding the device in different orientations [(00:27:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1661s). - It is also possible to review and adjust the settings for what features can be accessed using Touch ID, such as selecting or deselecting options like iTunes and App Store purchases [(00:28:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1683s). - The allow access when locked section allows users to disable certain toggles, restricting access to specific features when the iPad is locked, including home control or [[Control Center (Apple) | control center]], to prevent unauthorized access in case the device is stolen [(00:28:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1695s). - Disabling access to control center, for example, prevents someone from putting the iPad in airplane mode when it is locked, unless they can provide a valid Touch ID [(00:28:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1702s). - When control center is turned off, attempting to access it while the device is locked will not work, unless the user provides a valid Touch ID, adding an extra layer of security [(00:28:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1714s). ## Control Center [(00:28:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1723s) - To access and customize the Control Center, swipe down from the top of the screen and then tap and hold anywhere to add controls, allowing users to personalize their Control Center with various options [(00:28:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1723s). - The [[Control Center (Apple) | Control Center]] offers a range of customizable controls, including ambient music, screen mirroring, screen recording, rotation lock, low power modes, and text size, which can be added or removed as needed [(00:28:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1733s). - Users can add controls such as ambient music, which includes options like chill or productivity sections, and toggles that can be activated directly from the Control Center, making it a convenient feature for those who work on their [[IPad | iPad]] [(00:29:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1750s). - The Control Center also allows users to remove unused pages, such as the music page or the connectivity platter, by tapping the minus icon, freeing up space for more useful controls and customized toggles [(00:29:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1787s). - By customizing the Control Center, users can create a personalized layout that includes only the controls and features they need, making it easier to access frequently used settings and functions [(00:29:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1797s). ## Make your Home Screen YOURS [(00:30:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1812s) - To customize the home screen, tap and hold on a blank area of the screen, which will put the icons in jiggle mode, allowing for changes such as modifying widget size, at [(00:30:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1812s). - The edit option can be accessed from the home screen, and then selecting customize enables the user to change the appearance of app icons, including options for dark, light, automatic based on sunrise and sunset, or tinted, at [(00:30:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1836s). - The color of the icons can be changed to match a specific background by tapping on the desired color, and some icons may look better with certain colors and backgrounds than others, at [(00:30:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1853s). - The background of the home screen can also be modified, with options to return to the normal brightness or to darken it by tapping on the sun icon in the top left, at [(00:31:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1877s). - Customizing the wallpaper is another option, with the ability to use collections such as the Volant wallpaper collection, which is made for the [[IPhone | iPhone]] but also compatible with the [[IPad | iPad]], at [(00:31:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1886s). - To access the notification center and customize it, swipe down on the left side of the screen, tap and hold, and then select the customize option, at [(00:31:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1891s). ## Lock Screen also [(00:31:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1899s) - To change the photo for the home screen, users can go to the home screen and move the current photo around or select a new one from the available wallpapers, and they also have the option to apply filters, just like on the iPhone [(00:31:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1899s). - After selecting a wallpaper, users can choose to blur it, apply a gradient color, or pair it with the lock screen wallpaper, and they also have the option to choose a flat color or a custom wallpaper [(00:31:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1916s). - The lock screen customization page also has a section for adding widgets, which can provide quick and easy access to certain things like the calendar, clock, or documents from apps like [[ChatGPT | Chat GPT]] or [[Notion (productivity software) | Notion]] [(00:32:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1934s). - Users can change the weight and color of the font for the clock on the lock screen, with different font color options available, although the options may be limited depending on the chosen wallpaper [(00:32:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1956s). - Additionally, users can add widgets to the lock screen, such as the temperature, which can be displayed next to the date, and this can be done by selecting the "add widget" option and choosing the desired widget [(00:32:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1972s). ## Widgets [(00:32:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1979s) - Many people underestimate the usefulness of widgets, specifically third-party widgets, on the [[IPad | iPad]], which can make life easier and increase productivity by allowing quick access to various tools and applications [(00:32:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1979s). - The iPad's large screen real estate can be utilized effectively with widgets, such as those from the Files application, to-do lists, and other third-party widgets like [[ChatGPT | Chat GPT]], YouTube, and [[Notion (productivity software) | Notion]] [(00:33:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1985s). - Third-party widgets can provide rapid access to specific features within an app, such as searching on YouTube or accessing projects in Notion, without having to open the app itself [(00:33:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1990s). - Certain widgets, like Procreate, can be particularly useful for individuals who use the iPad for drawing, as they can easily access the app from their home screen [(00:33:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=1996s). - Adding third-party widgets, along with first-party ones, is considered a must-have for productivity on the iPad, as it can significantly enhance the user experience and efficiency [(00:33:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2005s). - Users can add these widgets to their home screen, and it is recommended to explore and utilize the available third-party widgets to maximize the iPad's potential [(00:33:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2026s). ## Strategic way to hide pages [(00:34:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2043s) - To hide pages on an [[IPad | iPad]], users can tap and hold, go to edits, and then select edit Pages, allowing them to conceal unwanted pages from view, and this can be reversed by going back to edit Pages [(00:34:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2043s). - Hiding pages can be particularly useful when in a specific Focus mode, as it enables users to customize their home screen to only display relevant applications during that mode [(00:34:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2048s). - The Focus mode feature can be accessed by going into settings, selecting Focus, and then choosing a specific mode, such as recording a video, which allows users to choose which page to display during that mode [(00:34:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2065s). - By utilizing this feature, users can create a customized home screen for each Focus mode, providing a more streamlined and distraction-free experience, and this setting can be adjusted at any time by revisiting the Focus mode settings [(00:34:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2077s). - The hidden pages can be reenabled by going back to edit Pages, providing users with flexibility and control over their home screen layout, depending on their current Focus mode [(00:34:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2060s). ## Apple Intelligence [(00:34:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2096s) - To get started with the new [[IPad | iPad]], it is essential to get familiar with [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Intelligence, which is not available on the iPad A16, but can be accessed on other iPad models, and requires downloading a model beforehand to function [(00:34:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2096s). - Apple Intelligence includes features like the [[ChatGPT | Chat GPT]] extension, which can be used to answer specific questions that [[Siri]] cannot, and can be accessed by double-tapping and typing to Siri, and then Chat GPT will provide a response [(00:35:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2113s). - The Chat GPT extension can be customized by turning off the "Confirm Chat GBT Request" option, which is on by default, to allow for smoother interactions [(00:35:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2120s). - Apple Intelligence also includes writing tools that can be used in various applications like Notes, Messages, or Mail, and can be accessed by selecting text and clicking on the writing tools menu item [(00:35:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2153s). - The writing tools provide features like proofreading, rewriting, summarizing, and composing with Chat GPT, which can generate text based on a prompt [(00:36:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2163s). - While Apple Intelligence is not exclusive to the iPad and is also available on the [[IPhone | iPhone]], it is still a useful feature that can be utilized in various scenarios, despite receiving criticism [(00:36:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2181s). ## If it's not responding, do this [(00:36:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2190s) - To force restart an [[IPad | iPad]] if it freezes and nothing else works, press up on the volume button, then down on the volume button, and then press and hold on the [[Touch ID]] or top button until the [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] logo appears [(00:36:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2190s). - The iPad can also be turned off by swiping down from the [[Control Center (Apple) | Control Center]] and pressing and holding on the power button in the top right-hand corner, which will prompt the user to slide to power off [(00:36:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2196s). - Alternatively, the Touch ID button and the volume button can be used together to bring up the slide to power down menus [(00:36:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2207s). - If the iPad is not responding, it is essential to continue holding the Touch ID or top button until the Apple logo appears, even if the screen goes black, to successfully force restart the device [(00:37:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2228s). - It is crucial not to swipe to power off while attempting to force restart the iPad, as this may interrupt the process [(00:37:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2234s). ## Want more, watch this one (link below) [(00:37:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2243s) - The [[IPad | iPad]] tips provided are considered to be some of the best for getting started with the device in 2025, and additional tips can be found in another video [(00:37:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2243s). - For those who want to explore more sophisticated tips and tricks on the iPad, a separate video is available, which can be accessed through the cards or the description below [(00:37:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2249s). - Viewers are encouraged to engage with the content by leaving a comment, giving a thumbs up if they enjoyed the video, and considering subscription to the channel for more content [(00:37:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2260s). - The video concludes with a thank you note to the viewers, and an invitation to see more content soon [(00:37:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I&t=2265s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nyq0bOWN8I?si=yjuV7JtTVx7-0Xvs)