Need more space on your iPad?
Use Cloud Storage
Cloud storageis a great way to store documents, photos, and videos.
Cloud storage uses the internet as a second hard drive.
It uses the storage space from an external location for your storage needs.
The iPad comes withiCloud Drivefor this very purpose, butDropbox and Google Drive are other good options.
Most cloud storage solutions also offer some free space to get you started.
The best part about cloud storage is that it is disaster-proof.
No matter what happens to your iPad, the files stored online will still be there.
The best use of cloud storage is for photos and especially videos.
If you own digital movies, stream them directly to your iPad with theTV appwithout downloading them.
The TV app works with most streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video.
you could also opt to watch free videos.
Lots of websites streamfree moviesandfree TV shows.
For these, all you need is the app.
None of the video streams take up space on your iPad because you’re not downloading them.
One option is Apple Music, which includesiTunes Match.
iTunes Match analyzes your Apple Music library and streams the music to your Apple devices.
This allows you to store media files on inexpensive external storage and store your iPad space for critical apps.
Then, use the Files app to view the drive’s contents.
Go toSettings>General>iPad Storageand assess your remaining free space.
Start by deleting unused apps and check bloated apps for unnecessary media collections.
Your current app will move to the side and your Home screen will appear.
Now you could bring up the second app.
Totake an iPad screenshot, press theHomeandtoporside buttonsimultaneously.
If it doesn’t have a Home button, press thePowerandVolume Upbuttons at the same time.
