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Covers iOS 8 for all models of iPad Air and iPad mini, 3rd & 4th Generation iPads, and iPad 2
My iPad, Seventh Edition, helps you quickly get started with your new tablet, and use its features to look up information and perform day-to-day activities from anywhere, any time.
Step-by-step instructions with callouts to iPad photos that show you exactly what to do.
Help when you run into iPad problems or limitations.
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 your mobile carrier
• Learn how to use the on-screen keyboard, predictive text, and dictation
• Secure your iPad using Touch ID, passcodes, and other security measures
• 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 (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
• 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 nearby
• Manage your contacts, and then connect with others using Messaging
• Use FaceTime and Skype to stay connected with friends and family
• Use Pages, Numbers, and Keynote to create documents and presentations
• Discover some of the most useful and entertaining apps
Video: Edit Video Using the Replay App on the iPad
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Chapter 1 Getting Started 3
Generations of iPads 3
Identifying Your iPad 4
iOS 8 5
The iPad Buttons and Switches 6
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 10
Pull Down and Release to Update 11
Four-Finger Gestures 12
Learning Your Way Around 12
The Lock Screen 12
The Home Screen 13
An App Screen 14
Home Screen Searching 14
Virtual Buttons and Switches 16
Switches 16
Toolbars 16
Menus 17
Tab Bars 17
Entering Text 17
Using the On-Screen Keyboard 18
Keyboard Modes 18
Undocking and Splitting the Keyboard 20
Using Predictive Text (New!) 21
Dictating Text 22
Editing Text 23
Copy and Paste 24
Talking to Your iPad with Siri 25
Using Notifications Center 29
Using Control Center 32
Chapter 2 Customizing Your iPad 35
Changing Your Wallpaper 36
Setting Alert Sounds 39
Password Protecting Your iPad 41
Setting Side Switch Functionality 45
Setting Your Date and Time 45
Modifying Keyboard Settings 46
Do Not Disturb Settings 48
Setting Parental Restrictions 50
Making Text Easier to Read 52
Controlling Automatic Downloads 53
Other Useful Settings 54
Chapter 3 Networking and Syncing 57
Setting Up Your Wi-Fi Network Connection 57
Setting Up Your Cellular Data Connection 59
Syncing with iCloud 61
Syncing with iTunes 65
Syncing Options 66
Syncing Music 68
Syncing Photos 70
Syncing Everything Else 71
Sharing with AirDrop 73
Chapter 4 Playing Music and Video 77
Playing a Song 78
Building a Playlist 81
Making iTunes Purchases 83
Sharing Purchases with Your Family (New!) 86
Downloading Podcasts 90
Playing Video 92
Using AirPlay to Play Music and Video on Other Devices 96