Starting from the fact that the iPad is a device belonging to Apple, whose category is located as an intermediate between smartphones and laptops, they can be used for many things, from reading, studying, to watching movies and videos, among other things. Here we will explain all the functions of the iPad, a very useful device for people who need to do certain specific tasks.
What are the parts of an iPad and their functions?
It is necessary to know in detail the parts that make up and the functions of the iPad and they are the following:
Wake/Sleep button
With this button we can lock the device or place it in standby mode when you are not using it, so nothing will happen when you touch the screen, apart from that with this button you can also turn the device on and off.
Start button
In this case, this button allows us to return to the home screen at the time we want, apart from that we can have quick access to other functions that may be comfortable, for example:
Use Siri: To enter it, you just have to keep the start button pressed for a few seconds.
Access open applications: For this we must press this start button twice, as soon as the iPad has been unlocked.
Volume buttons and side switch
As for the volume buttons, you can modify it for both songs, alerts, sound effects and even videos.
It should be noted that the side switch will help you silence alerts, as well as notifications, but, on the other hand, you can configure screen rotation to lock or unlock.
Micro SIM card tray
On the other hand, some iPads already come with a micro SIM card slot, so that the data connection of the mobile company provider can be used, for the installation of the SIM card you simply have to remove the SIM card tray , inserting it into it and entering the device again, so it is similar to how you should do it if you have an iPhone.
connector port
This port is for you to connect the Lightning to USB cable for iPad, either to charge the device or connect it with your PC or Mac.
iPad Accessories
In another order of ideas, the iPad must come with two accessories that complement and are relevant to fulfill its function, the USB power adapter and of course the Lightning to USB cable.
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USB power adapter
This adapter will be used to supply power to the iPad, so that the device's battery can be charged from a power outlet, you need to keep in mind that the adapter varies depending on the iPad model you have.
Lightning to USB cable or 30 pad (Dock) to USB cable
This cable is the one that has to be inserted into the connector port of the device to establish a connection with the USB power adapter or on the PC, this will help you to charge the battery of your iPad or to synchronize those files that you have saved on your computer or laptop.
It is important to keep in mind that the Dock to USB cable is the cable that comes with third-generation iPads and earlier than this, while the type of Lightning cable comes with fourth-generation iPads and higher.
Hearing Aids
This accessory is not included in the iPad, but it is important to acquire it, since it has a hole for it to be connected and with them you can have fun watching movies, videos or listening to the music of your choice.
Record your iPad screen
Like the iPhone, the iPad also has an interesting screen recording function in the control center, ie the menu that is reflected when you swipe down at the top of the iPad screen. However, the recording function is not found in the control center by default, so you have to go to the system settings and activate it.
- You must first enter the adjustments Of the device.
- Go to control center.
- You will click on the option “Customize Controls”.
- add control screen recording where you will press the + sign that is green on the right side.
Later you will open the control center menu and then click on the recording icon symbol where you can start or stop.
Use app icon shortcuts
In case you don't know, we will indicate a simple and effective trick, which is using the shortcuts of the icons of the applications that you have installed, once you keep your finger pressed on them, a list with direct access to some of them will appear. functions, you can use it to avoid having to enter the application and see that option.
Use iPad split screen
For its part, Apple has made available in iPadOS a screen system that divides and is called Split View with which you can see and use two applications at the same time, for this mode a bar will be created that is divided in the middle of the screen and you can move to the left or right to occupy more screen for some applications.
- First you must put the app you want to use on the screen, which is divided with others in the dock at the bottom.
- You can open an app.
- Swipe from the bottom to the top to reflect the dock with the pinned apps.
- You must keep your finger on the dock apps for one to two seconds and slide to the right side where the screen is located.
- Subsequently the split screen mode is activated.
- The center split bar can move left and right side.
