My iPad for Seniors (covers iOS 7 on iPad Air, iPad 3rd and 4th generation, iPad2, and iPad mini)

Description

Covers iOS 7 for iPad Air, 3rd/4th generation, iPad 2, and iPad mini

Easy, clear, readable, and focused on what you want to do.
Step-by-step instructions with callouts to iPad photos that show you exactly what to do.
Large, full-color, close-up photos when you run into iPad problems or limitations.
Common-sense help whenever you run into problems.
Tips and notes to help you get the most from your iPad.

Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your iPad working just the way you want. Learn how to:
• Connect your iPad to your Wi-Fi and 3G/4G LTE networks
• Use Control Center to control frequently used settings
• Use Siri to control your iPad or get information by speaking commands
• Use iCloud to keep everything current between all your iOS devices (and even your Mac), including music, photos, emails, and more
• Surf the Web, and send and receive email
• Download and install apps to make your iPad even more useful
• Secure your iPad
• Record and edit video using iMovie for iPad
• Take photos, and then edit them using iPhoto for iPad
• Use AirDrop to share files and information with other iOS devices in your vicinity
• Manage your contacts, and then connect with others using Messaging
• Use iTunes to manage and sync iPad content with your computer
• Use FaceTime and Skype to stay connected with friends and family, or to conduct video conferences
• Use Pages, Numbers, and Keynote to create document, spreadsheets, and presentations

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1  Getting Started     3
Generations of iPads     3
   Identifying Your iPad     3
   iOS 7     5
The iPad Buttons and Switches     5
   The Home Button     6
   The Wake/Sleep Button     7
   The Volume Control     8
   The Side Switch     9
   Orientation and Movement     9
Screen Gestures     10
   Tapping and Touching     10
   Pinching     10
   Dragging and Flicking     11
   Pull Down and Release to Update     11
   Four-Finger Gestures     12
iPad Screens     12
   The Lock Screen     12
   The Home Screen     13
   An App Screen     14
   Home Screen Searching     15
   The Settings Screen     16
Interacting with Your iPad     17
   Common Interface Elements     17
   Using the On-Screen Keyboard     19
   Dictating Text     21
   Editing Text     22
   Copy and Paste     24
Using Siri     24
Using Notifications Center     27
Using Control Center     29
Chapter 2  Customizing Your iPad     33
Changing Your Wallpaper     33
Getting Details About Your iPad     36
Setting Alert Sounds     38
Password Protecting Your iPad     40
Setting Parental Restrictions     42
Setting Side Switch Functionality     46
Setting Your Date and Time     47
Modifying Keyboard Settings     48
Do Not Disturb Settings     51
Privacy Settings    52
Notification Center Settings     53
Chapter 3  Networking and Syncing     59
Setting Up Your Wi-Fi Network Connection     59
Setting Up Your 3G/4G Connection     61
Syncing with iCloud     64
Syncing with iTunes     68
   Syncing Options     69
   Syncing Music     71
   Syncing Photos     73
   Syncing Apps     75
   Syncing Documents     77
   Keeping Your iPad Up-to-Date     78
Sharing with AirDrop     80
Chapter 4  Playing Music and Video     83
Playing a Song     84
Building a Playlist     87
Making iTunes Purchases     89
Downloading Podcasts     93
Playing Video     95
Using AirPlay to Play Music and Video on Other Devices     97
Home Sharing     98
Listening to iTunes Radio     99
Chapter 5  Reading Books     105
Buying a Book from Apple     106
Reading a Book     108
Using Reading Aids     110
Adding Notes and Highlights

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