10 ways you should be using your iPad
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Your iPad is more than just a big iPhone. It’s great for streaming and video calls but can do much more. Here are some ideas to get you started.
1. Stream from your iPad
If you have an AirPlay-compatible TV or speaker, you can stream movies and music from your iPad. Here’s how:
- Connect your iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV, AirPlay-compatible smart TV, or Mac.
- Find the video that you want to stream.
- Tap AirPlay. In some apps, you might need to tap a different button first. For example, in the Photos app, tap Share, then tap AirPlay.
- Choose your TV or Mac from the list.
2. Use your iPad as a second display
A second monitor boosts productivity and makes multitasking less of a chore. You can use your iPad as a second display for your computer, mirroring or extending its display.
Here’s how to set it up for your Mac using Sidecar, which works wirelessly or while your iPad is charging:
- Sign in to iCloud with the same Apple ID on your iPad and Mac.
- Click the Display menu in Control Center or the menu bar, then choose your iPad from the menu.
- Move your pointer over the full-screen button of a window, then choose the option to move that window to your iPad display.
3. Quick Notes/Tags
Scribble over any app or screen by opening a Quick Note via a keyboard shortcut from the Control Center or swiping up from the corner. Put anything in a quick note, including links, Safari highlights, tags and mentions.
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