Activate Siri by holding down theHome Buttonfor a few seconds and interact with her through normal language.

For example, “What is the weather like outside?”

will get you the forecast, and “Launch Calendar” will kick off the Calendar app.

Child with headphones using a tablet.

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Apps on the Home Screen

These apps are loaded onto the iPad’s Home Screen.

The iPad comes with four apps on the dock, but it can actually hold up to six.

Additional Apps You May Have Installed

Not all iPads are created equal.