How to Use an iPad for School

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Protect the device.

   There are many different options when it comes to protecting your iPad, including sleeves, shells, folio cases and covers.
   
   A popular option is to choose a case that doesn't give you all the protection you need, then using a sleeve to protect the iPad in transit.
   
   Here are some things to consider when buying a case and some popular cases:
   How much can you afford to spend on a case? How much protection do you need to have? How long does the case need to last? How much size and weight can you afford to add to your device?
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   Step 2: Type on the iPad.

    When using you iPad for school, it is likely that you're going to need to do quite a bit of typing.
   
   The virtual keyboard is okay for a short amount of writing but a bluetooth keyboard is far more preferable. Some of the best keyboards are: , You finger can only provide a certain amount of control when it comes to touch screens.
   
   Also there are many apps that allow you to handwrite notes for example.
   
   So it is a good idea get a Stylus.
   
   There are two types of stylus, Passive and Active.
   
   Passive styluses act as a substitute for your finger while active styluses connect to your device via Bluetooth and offer more features like pressure sensitivity and palm rejection.
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   Step 3: Use the touch screen with a stylus.

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