The set up screen that appears after you first turn on your iPad.

Get started

Set up a few basic features before you start using your new iPad.

Setup basics

A customized iPad Home Screen with widgets.

Add a personal touch

Your iPad can reflect your style, interests, and display preferences. Customize the Lock Screen, add widgets to the Home Screen, adjust text size, and more.

Make your iPad your own

iPad with two different apps open on the screen

Multitask with iPad

Learn how to work with multiple apps and windows.

Streamline your workflow on iPad

A Freeform board with drawings of plants and the drawing tools at the bottom.

Boost your creativity

Discover new ways to express yourself with Apple Pencil.

Do more with Apple Pencil

A Settings screen with a popover showing Screen Time set up.

Set up features for kids

When you decide your child is ready for their own iPad, you can create an Apple Account for them, add them to Family Sharing, guide their usage with parental controls, and set up other kid-friendly features.

Customize iPad for your child

To explore the iPad User Guide, click Table of Contents at the top of the page, or enter a word or phrase in the search field.