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GeeksModo Story Archive - October 2026

An image of Screen Time in Settings with options for Screen Time Schedules, Time Allowances, and more.

How to create, change, or remove a Screen Time passcode on iPad

You can create, change, or remove a Screen Time passcode on iPad, and set up Screen Time Passcode Recovery.
A green arrow pointing to the button in the top right of iPad.

How to turn iPad on or off

You can turn iPad on or off with the buttons on the top and side of your iPad, or with controls in Settings and Control Center.
Two iPad models, each with a top button. One model has volume buttons on the side; the other has volume buttons at the top.

How to force restart iPad

You can force restart iPad when it isn't responding, using the steps for models with or without a Home button.
A call screen showing a Live Voicemail from a contact. Below the transcribed text are Stop and Accept buttons for the call.

How to check your voicemail on iPad

You can check your voicemail on iPad in the Phone app, play, share, or delete messages, and read a transcript.
A call screen showing a Live Voicemail from a contact. Below the transcribed text are Stop and Accept buttons for the call.

How to set up Voicemail on iPad

You can set up voicemail on iPad, turn on Live Voicemail, and store your voicemail in iCloud.
The Phone app, with Favorite contacts on the left side of the screen. Below the Favorites is a list of recent calls and voicemail. The contact information appears on the right side of the screen, with the Keypad button in the top right of the screen.

How to change your voicemail greeting and settings on iPad

You can change your voicemail greeting and settings on iPad, including your voicemail password and the alert sound for new messages.
The New Contact window in the Contacts app.

How to select ringtones on iPad

You can select ringtones on iPad, assign a distinctive ringtone to a contact, and turn the ringer on or off.
A contacts list on iPad and a contact card on iPhone

How to sync contacts across devices on iPad

You can sync contacts across devices on iPad with iCloud, or sync them between iPad and your Mac or Windows device.
A contact named Olivia Rico with She, Her, and Hers pronouns below the contact photo. Below her name are buttons to send a message, call, mail, and use Apple Pay. At the bottom of the screen are the contact's mobile number and email address.

How to add or edit your contact info and photo on iPad

You can add or edit your contact info and photo on iPad in My Card, set your avatar and Contact Poster, and update your address.
A contacts list on iPad and a contact card on iPhone

How to get started with Contacts on iPad

You can get started with Contacts on iPad, create and share contacts, add accounts like iCloud or Google, and sync your contacts.