The iPad can be an amazing tool for getting work done.
But if you want to get the most out of it, you’ll need to know how to use it effectively. For example, you may use the iPad as your personal assistant, create papers using the latest applications, and sync them across devices utilizing the cloud.
Whether you’re a new iPad user or you’ve had one for years, there are many iPad hacks that can ensure that you’re getting the most out of your device. Keep on reading for our full breakdown of the best ways your iPad can help you crank up your productivity.
The Foundation of All iPad Hacks: Use Siri
Siri is more than simply a weather app or a way to place a pizza order.
The iPad comes pre-installed with Siri, which works best as a personal assistant. There are several ways in which Siri may be of assistance. Siri may be used to keep track of appointments, reminders, and events.
To avoid having to use the touchscreen keyboard, Siri also accepts voice dictation.
Apps such as the iPad calendar and reminders may be used with Siri. It is possible to set a reminder on your iPad and have it appear on your iPhone using these applications, which sync with iCloud. It is possible for numerous persons to view the calendar events on the same iCloud account.
Here are some examples of how you can use Siri’s capabilities for work.
- Say, “Remind me to be at the 9 a.m. Miller meeting on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.”
- If you need to get ready for a 9 a.m. meeting, Siri can create a reminder for you at 8:30 a.m.
- Say, “Set up a meeting with Chris Miller tomorrow at 9 a.m.” and you’re good to go
Basically, Siri will block off 9 a.m. the next day on your calendar. Also, you may tell Siri how long you want the event to last. Generally speaking, the majority of iPad functions will have parallel Siri action items.
Download an Office Suite
The iPad comes with an office suite, which is a little-known feature.
Anyone who has purchased an iPad or iPhone in the previous several years is entitled to a free copy of Apple iWork, which contains Pages, Numbers, and Keynote. Word, spreadsheet, and presentation programs are included with Apple iWork.
There is Microsoft Office for iPad, which includes Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, all in one app. In addition, you may get Zoom, OneNote, and SharePoint Newsfeed from the Microsoft Store.
In addition, there are applications for Google cloud-based products, like Google Sheets and Google Docs.
Activate Your Prefered Cloud Storage
Dropbox is a useful software for iPad users.
This program is a godsend if you need to use your iPad and PC at the same time. Files may be synchronized with Dropbox in a few seconds. Take a photo using your iPad, then transfer it to your PC for further editing and sharing.
There are a number of excellent iPad cloud storage options. The Files app and its drag-and-drop functionality make it simple to move documents between the cloud and your local device.
And, if you already have an iCloud subscription, you’re already set up.
Smoother Video Conferencing
The iPad is a great tool for communicating with others.
FaceTime and Zoom allow you to participate in video conferences using your iPad as a phone. Apps like these allow teams of people to communicate, brainstorm, and keep organized.
Use iPad to Scan Documents
With the right software, the iPad camera can be used as a scanner, allowing you to snap a photo of a document and crop it to seem like it was scanned in real-time. Furthermore, most scanner programs may transfer documents to cloud storage, annotate them, print them, and then send them as email attachments.
An example would be Scanner Pro, which is a popular document scanning program.
Simply hit the Plus button to activate the iPad’s camera and begin swiping. When this is done, place the document in the camera’s field of view. To ensure that just the document is shown, Scanner Pro crops the image once it has taken a steady photograph.
Multitasking and Task Switching
Navigate between the applications you’ve installed on your iPad with ease once you’ve done so. Quickly switch between various applications by using Task Switching.
It is possible to enable Task Switching by double-clicking the Home button and then tapping the app you wish to utilize. When not in use, the iPad stores the app in memory to speed up loading times.
Placing four fingers on the iPad screen and swiping them upwards will bring up the task screen as well. You must enable the iPad’s multitasking gestures for this to work.
The iPad dock is the quickest method to transition between tasks.
Using the redesigned dock, you may place additional icons on it for quick access, and it contains the three most recent applications you have open. You’ll see these symbols on the dock’s right-hand side. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the dock in any app.
You can use the dock for multitasking as well. Hold your finger on an app icon instead of pressing it to switch to it. To move an app to the side of the screen while it is open, hold an icon in the dock and drag it to the edge of the screen.
A new app can launch on the side of the screen if both programs allow for multitasking. You can use the divider between applications to give each program half of the screen or to let one run off to the side of the screen when two are running simultaneously.
Close a multitasking program by moving the divider to the side of the screen. But, if you’re iPad is freezing, then a restart is in order. And, if your iPad power button stuck, then you can check out this article for troubleshooting tips.
Morning Pages and Tasks: The iPad Edition
We hope that after reading these iPad hacks, you will have a better understanding of how your iPad can be used as a powerful tool for work or productivity
Also, there are many useful apps that can transform Apple’s most versatile media consumption device into a powerful work and productivity tool. Next, you’ll want to check out our technology section for all of the other tips and tricks you could possibly need to use your Mac products.
