These instructions apply to devices running iOS 10 and later.

Here’s how to use FaceTime.

If FaceTime isn’t already on your iPad, you candownload it from the App Storefor free.

FaceTime on an iPad with the plus sign highlighted

Tap theplus sign(+) to choose someone to call from your contacts.

you could include multiple contacts in your call.

FaceTime places the call.

FaceTime on an iPad with the Audio and Video call buttons highlighted

If you have a conversation open with the person you want to contact, tap that thread.

Otherwise, you oughta start a new one.

Tap thecontact’s imageat the top of the screen.

An iPad with the Messages app highlighted

TapFaceTimeto start a video call, oraudioto start an audio-only call.

When your call is over, tap theendbutton (video) or thered button(audio-only).

Tap theCalls on Other Devicesheading and flip the switch to on/green at the top of the next screen.

Messages for iPad with a conversation thread highlighted

When the list of devices shows up, initiate the ones you want to route calls to.

Compatible devices include other iPads, iPhones, and Macs.

You need both the Talkatone app and the Google Voice app.

Messages on iPad with a contact’s email address highlighted

Go to your Google Voice account and add your Talkatone number as a forwarding phone number.

After you do this, outgoing calls show from your Talkatone phone number.

FAQ

Tomake a split screen on an iPad, start by opening an app.

Settings and Phone on an iPhone

Tap thethree dotsat the center of the screen near the top and select theSplit Viewicon.

Then choose the second app.

Totake a screenshot on an iPadthat doesn’t have a Home button, simultaneously press thePowerandvolume upbuttons.

Calls on Other Devices heading and toggle switches on an iPhone

If your iPad has aHomebutton, simultaneously press it and thetopbutton.

If you have the first-generation Apple Pencil, plug the pencil into the iPad’s lightning port.

Tap thePairbutton that appears on the screen.