From personalizing your settings and preferences to connecting to Wi-Fi networks and downloading essential apps, setting up your iPad is the first step towards unlocking its full capabilities. In this guide, we will explore the steps of setting up the iPad you received from Northeast and provide helpful tips to get you started on the right track. We will focus on 3 important tasks:
Sign in with Apple ID
Name your iPad for Air Drop and Apple Classroom
Adjust Safari Settings
Signing in with your Apple ID on an iPad allows you to access various Apple services, such as iCloud, App Store, and Apple Music. When you receive your iPad during iPad pickup, we recommend signing into your Apple ID or creating an Apple ID so you can download any applications needed to complete class assignments. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to sign in with your Apple ID on an iPad:
Start by locating and opening the "Settings" app on your iPad. The app icon looks like a gear or cogwheel and can usually be found on the home screen or in the dock at the bottom of the screen.
Once you have opened the Settings app, you will see "Sign In" at the top left menu. Tap on it to access your Apple ID settings.
A pop-up window will appear asking you to enter your Apple ID email address and password. Carefully type in your email address and password associated with your Apple ID. Double-check for any typos to ensure accuracy. If you do not have an Apple ID, you may choose to create one by selecting "Forgot Password or Don't Have an Apple ID" and following the prompts.
If you have enabled two-factor authentication for your Apple ID, you may be prompted to enter a verification code that is sent to one of your trusted devices. Retrieve the code from your other device and enter it when prompted on your iPad.
Once you have entered your Apple ID credentials correctly, tap on the "Sign In" button. Your iPad will verify your credentials and sign you into your Apple ID. After signing in with your Apple ID, you may be asked if you want to set up iCloud services, such as iCloud Backup, iCloud Drive, and iCloud Keychain. You can choose to enable or disable these services based on your preferences. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup if desired.
That's it! You have successfully signed in with your Apple ID on your iPad. You can now enjoy the various Apple services and features associated with your account. Remember to keep your Apple ID credentials secure and avoid sharing them with anyone to protect your personal information.
AirDrop is a convenient feature on Apple devices that allows for easy file sharing between devices. There may be times during class when your instructor may airdrop documents to you or you may need to collaborate and AirDrop documents to classmates. When using AirDrop, it is important to have your iPad properly named to ensure a seamless sharing experience.
Apple Classroom is a feature that many instructors use to proctor exams. This application allows instructors to view your iPad screen to maintain testing integrity and an ensure no resources are being used during the assessment. As with AirDrop, the instructor will see the name of your iPad through Apple Classroom, so it is important that your iPad is named to properly to identify you.
In this guide, we will walk you through the steps of naming your iPad.
1. Unlock your iPad and go to the home screen.
2. Locate the "Settings" app, which is represented by a gear icon.
3. Tap on the "Settings" app to open it.
1. Once you are in the Settings menu, scroll down and tap on "General."
2. In the General menu, look for "About" and tap on it.
3. On the About page, you will find various information about your iPad, including its name.
1. To change the name of your iPad, tap on the "Name" field.
2. You will see the current name of your iPad highlighted. Delete the existing name and enter the new name you wish to assign to your iPad.
3. Once you have entered the new name, tap "Done" on the keyboard to save the changes.
1. To test if the name change was successful, go back to the home screen.
2. Swipe down from the top right of the screen to access the Control Center.
3. In the Control Center, press and hold the network settings card (it will have Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirDrop options).
4. Make sure that AirDrop is turned on and set to "Everyone for 10 minutes" for your device to be discoverable to others who are not in your contacts. Using a secondary device, you can select Airdrop and look for the name of your iPad to appear in the list of available devices.
By following these simple steps, you can easily name your iPad for AirDrop and ensure a smooth file-sharing experience. Remember to choose a name that is easily recognizable and distinct from other devices in the vicinity. Happy sharing!
Adjusting Safari Settings can help you have seamless access to 3rd party resources such as your ebook, publisher materials, and simulations. By default, the iPad has pop-up blockers that prevent cross-site tracking toggled on. These settings can prevent course resources from opening. For the best experience, we recommend disabling popup blockers and preventing cross-site tracking. Another setting to double-check is "block all cookies". This setting should already be toggled off, but we recommend taking a peek at this setting to ensure it is indeed toggled off. The steps below will help you adjust Safari settings:
Open the Settings app on your iPad. You can find the Settings app on your home screen, usually represented by a gear icon.
Scroll down the left-hand side menu and tap on "Safari". This will open the Safari settings.
In the Safari settings, you will see various options. Scroll down until you find the "Block Pop-ups" setting.
By default, the "Block Pop-ups" option is enabled. To turn off the popup blocker, simply tap on the toggle switch next to it. The toggle switch will move to the left, indicating that popup blockers are now disabled.
To disable prevent cross-website tracking, continue to scroll down in the Safari settings until you see "Prevent Cross-Site Tracking. Toggle the switch next to it to turn off this setting. It will appear gray when toggled off and disabled.
One final setting to check is "Block All Cookies." This setting should already be toggled off, but double-check it just in case.
Watch the video below for a visual guide on adjusting Safari Settings on iPad.