Chapter 12

Indispensable iPad Utilities

IN THIS CHAPTER

check Noting Notes

check Remembering with Reminders

check Making your home smarter with the Home app

check Measuring things in thin air with the Measure app

check Punching the Clock app

check Getting the drop on AirDrop

Notes, Clock, and Reminders are often overlooked, but we think they’re the bee’s knees. And managing your HomeKit smart devices with the Home app on your iPad has never been easier. And then there’s Apple’s new Measure app — we show you how it’s practically magic.

In addition to describing some indispensable apps in this chapter, we also demonstrate how to create a Wi-Fi hotspot no matter where you are and how to share with AirDrop.

Taking Note of Notes

Notes creates notes that you can save or send through email. Over the years, it’s gained many useful features, including “sketch with your finger” mode, checklists, and enclosures. In addition, many ...

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