How to Get Applications for an iPad
- 1). Tap the "App Store" icon on your iPad's home screen.
- 2). Tap "Search" in the bottom row of buttons and type the name of an app or a keyword into the search bar if you know what you are looking for. Otherwise, tap "Featured," "Categories" or "Top 25" to browse free or paid apps by popularity and genre.
- 3). Tap an app that you want to download. Information about the app appears.
- 4). Tap the button next to the app with the price. For free apps, the button says "Free." The button turns green. Tap it again.
- 5). Enter your Apple ID and password in the dialogue box that appears. Tap "OK." The app appears in the next available slot on your home screen with a progress bar. When the progress bar disappears, you can begin using your app.
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