Did you buy a new iPad? This is a decision that really needs to be thought over, and it can really be a help to your business or personal life. To make the most of your iPad experience, there are some things you should understand first. This article contains discussion about your new iPad and can assist you in making a smart purchase.

Remote servers need to be access using a VPN connection. To do this, go to Settings and choose the “Activate VPN” under the network tab. When prompted, enter your server address and username. If you lack the server address, ask a network administrator.

There are alternatives to viewing pictures if you do not want to click on the camera roll icon. Try swiping your finger to the right to see your video or picture. Previous photos can be seen by swiping left.

It is very important that you know how to take care of your iPad. Don’t keep it inside a locked car and make sure it’s not in direct sunlight. One problem that could result is a faulty or poorly working battery. You must also keep the iPad away from areas where it may be subjected to liquids. A cover is a wise investment for your iPad.

Do you ever find you want to take a quick screenshot on your iPad? It is really very simple to do. To pull this off, just hold down both the “Home” and “Sleep” button simultaneously. Then you will have a screenshot you can organize with your other photos.

The iPad can be instantly muted. There was no mute button available when the iPad was originally introduced. When the 4.3 came out they did add the ability to mute using the lock switch to silence the iPad. Just hold the volume down button for a few seconds to mute.

When you want to copy and then paste text, tap it and click Select. If you move to another application, you can paste the desired text by tapping again. Click Paste. For an entire paragraph, you must tap four times.

The iPad is great for music, but are you aware of podcasts? These are short (or sometimes long) audio clips on a variety of topics. If music is something you have had enough of lately, give some podcasts a try. You’ll always find something of interest.

Turn on auto brightness to help with your battery life. The iPad senses ambient lighting and makes necessary adjustments automatically. This will control the power being drawn from the battery by the screen, and you’ll be able to use the iPad for longer periods before having to charge it. You can turn auto brightness on and off by accessing your iPad’s settings area.

iPads are a great tool that are helpful for personal and professional needs. However, it’s important that you learn all you can on using the iPad so that you can get your money’s worth out of it. Take the tips provided here into consideration when making your iPad purchasing and usage decisions, and enjoy your new gadget!