How to Set Up a New iPad the Right Way
Learn how to set up a new iPad with Quick Start, Apple Account, Wi-Fi, cellular, Face ID or Touch ID, Apple Pay and privacy settings.
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Learn how to set up a new iPad with Quick Start, Apple Account, Wi-Fi, cellular, Face ID or Touch ID, Apple Pay and privacy settings.
Move data to a new iPad with Quick Start, iCloud backup or computer restore while protecting photos, files, apps, notes and settings.
Back up iPad with iCloud, Mac or PC, understand encrypted backups, manage iCloud storage and protect files before updates or repairs.
Connect Apple Pencil to iPad, check model compatibility, charge it correctly and fix pairing problems with Apple Pencil Pro, USB-C and older models.
Use iPad multitasking with windowed apps, multiple app windows, resizing, full screen, external keyboards and practical productivity setups.
Set up Sidecar to use iPad as a second Mac display, connect wirelessly or by USB and fix Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Handoff and Apple Account issues.
Set up Universal Control to use one keyboard, mouse or trackpad across Mac and iPad, drag files and fix connection problems.
Free up iPad storage safely by checking iPad Storage, offloading apps, deleting downloads, managing Photos, Files and iCloud storage.
Record your iPad screen with or without microphone audio, add Screen Recording to Control Center and find saved recordings in Photos.
Turn on Apple Intelligence on supported iPad models, check iPadOS 26 requirements, use Writing Tools and manage Screen Time restrictions.