An iPad can change the way you complete many tasks. You must spend time learning about its features and abilities to achieve that. Keep reading to prepare yourself for all this machine has to offer.

Did you know that you can create folders on your iPad? Simply tap and hold the app. It will begin to make a wiggling motion, at which point you can drag and drop the icon onto another one. The folder that is created will be named with the category of the applications that are inside it. You can rename the folder whatever you want.

You can quickly get access to all the apps that are running on your iPad. To see what you have running, just double-click the Home button. The apps will show up on the bar at the bottom of the screen. It is easy to switch to an app by tapping it on the bar. To make the bar disappear, simply swipe the screen downwards.

If you iPad is set to default you will be able to see a few sentences of your email before you read it. You may wish to view more of each message before you open it. Head to “settings” and hit “mail.” First go to MAIL. Choose CONTACTS. Then go to CALENDARS. At this point, you can adjust preview mail options to get more lines.

Take good care of your iPad and it will last longer. Keeping it away from the sun’s damaging rays is rule number one, and never leave it in a hot car. The battery life can be cut short by exposure to heat. Additionally, never mix liquids and iPads, or else you risk damage. It is also wise to purchase a padded cover to provide added protection for your iPad.

If you are an iPad user you no doubt love it. In order to get the most out of the device, it pays to educate yourself about what the iPad can do for you. This information will provide you with what you need for your iPad.