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GeeksModo Story Archive - October 2026

The USB-C Charge Cable.

How to connect iPad and your computer with a cable

You can connect iPad and your computer with a cable to set up iPad, share your internet connection, update it, or sync content.
The Erase This iPad screen.

How to reset iPad settings to their defaults

You can reset iPad settings to their defaults without erasing your content, and back up first to keep your settings.
The iCloud settings screen showing the iCloud storage meter and a list of apps and features, including Photos, iCloud Drive, and iCloud Mail that can be used with iCloud.

How to back up iPad

You can back up iPad using iCloud or your Mac or Windows device, view and manage iCloud storage, and use a backup on a new iPad.
The Erase This iPad screen.

How to erase iPad

You can erase iPad to restore it to factory settings using Settings or your computer, and choose whether to keep your eSIM.
A screen showing settings for Touch ID & Passcode, with options to add a fingerprint and turn passcode on.

How to set up Touch ID on iPad

You can set up Touch ID on iPad to unlock it, authorize purchases, and sign in to apps, and add or delete fingerprints.
The USB-C power adapter.

Which power adapter and charge cable to use with iPad

You can learn about the power adapter and charge cable for iPad, the included USB-C adapter, and recommended specifications.
The back view of iPad with callouts to the rear camera at the top left, the headphone jack at the top right, the Smart Connector on the right, the Lightning connector at the bottom center, and the SIM tray (Wi-Fi + Cellular) at the bottom left.

Which Magic Keyboard or Smart Keyboard works with your iPad

You can find the right iPad Magic Keyboard or Smart Keyboard for your iPad, with each keyboard and the iPad models it works with.
iPad connected to the power adapter plugged into a power outlet.

How to charge the iPad battery

You can charge the iPad battery with the included cable and power adapter, check the battery level, and improve charging speed.
The Battery screen in Settings on iPad. It displays a daily usage graph, a list of apps with their battery consumption, and settings for Battery Health, Battery Percentage, and Low Power Mode.

How to show the iPad battery percentage

You can show the iPad battery percentage in the status bar, check it in Control Center, and add a Batteries widget.
The New tab showing the sidebar on the left and the New section at the right. The New tab shows featured music at the top. Swipe left to see more featured music and videos. The Best New Songs section appears below. The MiniPlayer is at the bottom.

How to find new music with Apple Music on iPad

You can find new music with Apple Music on iPad, browse new releases and playlists by music experts, and discover your most-played music.