Currently, there are many applications on the market. There are apps to make everyday life easier, apps to help with business or school activities, apps to make your device more enjoyable to use, and entertainment apps. You can download apps from the App Store on iPad, or you can sync using iTunes on your computer.
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Method 1 of 2: Using the App Store
Step 1. Make sure you are connected to the network
To download apps from the App Store, you need to be connected to your wireless network or cellular subscription. See this guide for how to connect iPad to a network.
Step 2. Make sure you are signed in with your Apple ID
You'll need an Apple ID linked to your iPad to download apps from the App Store. You can check this by going to Settings and selecting "iTunes and App Store". You should see your Apple ID at the top of the menu. If it's not there, sign in or create a new Apple ID account.
Step 3. Open the App Store
Find the App Store icon on your iPad's home screen and tap it to open the Store app. You will be taken to the main page of the App Store.
Step 4. Browse for the app you want to have
Use the search box if you want to find a specific app, or browse the top apps if you need app suggestions. Once you find the app you like, tap it to open the download page.
Step 5. Read the application description
Once you select an app, you will see a description and some screenshots. You can also read reviews from other users. Use this information to decide if you need an app.
Step 6. Tap the "Free" or "Price" button
If the app is paid, there will be a button indicating the price. If the app is free, the button will say "Free". Tap the price to confirm payment with the credit card associated with your Apple ID (or the balance of the voucher you've already cashed out). Once you have purchased the app or tapped the "Free" button, the button will change to "Install".
Step 7. Install the app
Tap the "Install" button. The app will start downloading to your iPad. You can monitor the process by looking at the process loop. Some applications are very large and take a lot of time to download and install.
Step 8. Open your new app
If you're still on the App Store page for the app, you can tap the "Open" button that appears after the app has finished installing. Otherwise, the app will appear on the main screen once it's finished installing, and can be opened from there.
Method 2 of 2: Using iTunes
Step 1. Update iTunes
For the best and easiest connection, make sure iTunes is updated to the latest version. See this guide for details on how to update iTunes.
Step 2. Sign in with your Apple ID
You need to sign in with your Apple ID to make purchases or install free apps in the App Store. This Apple ID must be the same as the Apple ID used on the iPad.
To sign in with your Apple ID, click "Store" > "Sign in…"
Step 3. Connect the iPad to the computer
Your iPad comes with a USB cable, use the cable to connect iPad to a computer. iTunes should open when you connect the iPad. Otherwise, open iTunes on your PC/Mac computer.
Step 4. Get the app from iTunes App Store
Click the "iTunes Store" button in the top right corner, or select "Store" > "Home". Click the Apps tab above the store to open the App Store
- You can search for a specific app or browse the top categories in the store.
- To get the app, click the "Free" or "Price" button. If the app is a paid app, you'll need to purchase it with the credit card associated with your Apple ID (or the balance of the voucher you've already cashed out). Vouchers are not available in every country.
Step 5. Select your iPad in the Devices menu
You can set which apps will be synced to your iPad. Your iPad will appear in the Devices section of the right-hand bar. Choose to open iPad settings. If you can't see this bar, click "View" > "Hide Sidebar".
Step 6. Click the "Apps" tab
This will open the iPad application manager. Make sure the "Sync Apps" checkbox at the top of the screen is checked.
Step 7. Select the apps you want to sync
Tick the apps you want to sync to your iPad, and clear the checkboxes on the apps you want to remove from iPad. You can also drag and drop apps onto the simulated iPad screen, and organize the apps that are there.
Step 8. Sync apps
Once you are satisfied with the application selection, click Apply at the bottom of the window. The app will start logging in to your iPad. You can monitor the process from the top of the screen.
Step 9. Unplug your iPad
Once the sync process is complete, right-click your iPad in the Devices section. Select "Eject". This allows you to safely unplug iPad from your computer.
