Thursday, January 17, 2013

Enhance Your IPad Experience With These Handy Tips

By Rudy Metaxas


Learning about any new kind of technology can seem overwhelming, especially for people who are not computer capable. This article is a great way to get started with using an iPad, no matter what level of user you are. Even the most experienced users can find some great tips here.

Before you purchase any apps for your iPad, always read some reviews. There are many iPad apps in the marketplace that are unfit for purpose, but unfortunately, Apple make it very difficult for you to get refunds on app purchases. Therefore, it always pays to read app reviews before reaching for your credit card.

Did you open too many apps? You can access all your open apps by tapping on the home button of your iPad and bar will appear at the bottom of you screen. Tap the app you want to access and repeat this process later to access your other running aps.

The Spotlight search feature searches everything you have, including the songs on you iPod, apps, events and podcasts. If you want to restrict what it searches, you can go to Settings, then General and then Spotlight Search. Here, you can pick which categories you do want it to search and which you don't.

Try to use a wallpaper that is not that dark if you are worried about seeing smudges and fingerprints on the screen. They show up more prominently when the background is dark, so it would be a better idea to choose a wallpaper that is a bit lighter in color.

When checking out any new applications, don't overlook free options. Many times they are just as good as the paid version, although they may include advertisements. This is also a great way to have a type of trial before purchasing the full version that doesn't have any obtrusive ads on it.

Do you miss using a real keyboard with your iPad? Well this can be easily fixed with any Apple Wireless Keyboard. Really any wireless keyboard that has Bluetooth enabled will work. If you do not want to carry a keyboard, some iPad cases have a built in keyboard that can be very useful.

Place a restriction for how long you spend on your iPad. It can be addicting. After all, there are so many things you can do, that you may not want to use any of your other electronics. Be smart and give yourself a limit on how long you use the device to give yourself some perspective.

You can find a free downloadable version of the user guide for the iPad. Go to Apple's website and find the PDF version of the guide. You can then download and print it. It is also available as an iBook that can be downloaded directly to your iPad. Use it to assist you in learning how to fully operate your iPad.

When using your iPad to input a large volume of text, use this time-saving tip. When you get to the end of a sentence, do not type a period. Instead, you can tap the space bar twice in rapid succession. This will automatically insert a period followed by a single space for you to begin your next sentence.

Do you need to include a quotation in the text you are typing? You could either access the second screen of your keyboard or save time and use the hidden quotation mark on the first screen. Tap and hold on the interrogation point key and a quotation mark will appear. You can select it by sliding your finger.

As was stated before, iPads can be used by anyone once they are armed with the proper information. Don't let your iPad overwhelm you; rather, stay informed with articles like this one and others. Apply these tips to your use and you will start to be a great iPad user.




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