iPad Things You Can do With Your iPad

[bondr006]

This is open to anyone with an iPad of whatever model....

Hey all! I got an M1 iPad Pro 11 Nov. 2021, and I love this thing. Using it full time for my Realty/Property Management business and it has fully replaced my MacBook Pro(so I sold it). I decided to make an ever growing list of the things I can do with the iPad. I am sure there are more things that I'm missing so please feel free to add to the list.

1. Write/Take Notes
2. Draw
3. Create and work with .pdf
4. Create and work with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote
5. Task Manage
6. Daily Planner
7. Email
8. Text/Message
9. Phone Calls
10. Video Calls
11. Take and Edit Photos and Videos
12. Timer
13. Alarm
14. Manage Files
15. Pay Bills
16. Dictate
17. Multitask
18. Scan Documents and Photos
19. Read Books
20. Read News
21. Watch TV and Movies
22. Listen to music
23. Attend online real estate CE classes
24. Shop
25. Research
26. GPS Navigation
27. Use Siri for Digital Assistant
28. Health and Fitness Management
29. Transfer files to and from my Desktop
30. Play Games
31. Presentations
32. Socialize/Social Media/Forums and Online Communities
33. Print documents and photos
34. Receive Payments
35. Remote Control my Apple TV's
36. Send Files and Photos to People Via Text or Airdrop
37. Communicate better with clients that English is not their first language using translator apps.
38. Edit Videos
39. Create Digital Art
40. Virtual Meetings/Conferencing
41. Manage Finances/Budgeting
42. Meditation and Relaxation Apps
43. Language Learning
44. Cooking and Recipe Management
45. Home Automation Control
46. Edit and Create Music
47. Explore Augmented Reality (AR) Apps
48. Explore Virtual Reality (VR) Apps
49. Design 3D Models
50. Coding and Programming
51. Explore Astronomy and Stargazing Apps
52. Create Digital Scrapbooks
53. Organize and Store Digital Receipts
54. Interactive Learning for Kids
54. Plan Travel Itineraries
55. Explore Virtual Museum Tours
56. Manage Home Renovation Projects
57. Create Interactive Presentations
58. Virtual Classroom Participation
59. Track and Monitor Package Deliveries
60. Manage and Control Smart Devices at Home
61. Access and Edit Cloud Documents
62. Collaborative Brainstorming
63. Live Sports Streaming
64. Create and Edit Podcasts
65. Document and Share Personal Stories
66. Explore Fashion and Style Apps
67. Learn and Practice Musical Instruments
68. Record and Edit Voice Memos
69. DIY and Craft Project Ideas
70. Virtual Tours of Historical Sites
71. Astronomy Observation and Stargazing
72. Home Interior Design and Planning
73. Language Translation
74. Live News and Sports Commentary
75. Create Digital Comics or Graphic Novels
76. Explore Nature and Wildlife Identification Apps
77. Remote Desktop Access
78. Podcast Listening
79. Mindfulness and Meditation Exercises
80. Study and Practice Math Concepts
81. Learn to Cook with Step-Step Recipes
82. Edit and Remix Music Tracks
83. Plan and Design Garden Layouts
84. Explore Virtual Escape Rooms
85. Record and Edit Interviews
86. Interactive Storytelling
87. Monitor Stock Market and Investments
88. Digital Karaoke
89. Create Digital Invitations and Cards
90. Explore Historical Timelines
91. Watch DIY and How-To Videos
92. Monitor Air Quality and Weather Updates
93. DIY Home Repair and Maintenance Tutorials
94. Explore Cultural Heritage and Artifacts
95. Learn Calligraphy and Hand Lettering
96. Virtual Fashion Shopping and Styling
97. Live Event Streaming and Participation
98. Explore Marine and Ocean Life
99. Study and Practice Science Concepts
100. Virtual Workshops and Classes
101. Create Interactive Quizzes and Surveys
102. Manage Social Media Accounts
103. Interior Decorating and Design
104. Family Tree and Genealogy Research
105. Language Pronunciation Practice
106. Plan and Track Fitness Routines
107. Create and Edit Animations
108. Time Zone Converter for Travel
109. Digital Journaling and Reflection
110. Explore and Learn about Constellations
111. Barcode and QR Code Scanning
112.Home Workout and Yoga Sessions
113.Monitor and Control Home Security Systems
114. Create and Edit E-books
115. Video Editing for Social Media
116. Access Online Courses and Tutorials
117. Virtual Shopping and Try-Ons for Clothes
118. Explore Art History and Famous Artists
119. Study and Practice Foreign Languages
120. Manage and Edit Podcast
121. Virtual Pet Care and Simulation Games

 

[XIO[-]OIX]

37. create 3D Models
38. Create Design Sketches and Mockups
39. Create raster and vector graphic designs
40. Manage remote servers
41. Listen to Podcasts
42. Create Music
43. Write code and Develop apps
44. Manage websites
45. Use online tools
46. Order food 😂
47. Play games
48. Use terminal
49. SFTP - SSH into servers
50. Use cloud storadge
51. Use Word Excell (Pages Numbers)
52. Manage Photo Library
53. Read RSS Feeds
54. Use IRC
55. Watch Cable TV
56. Create Visual Art

 

[DeepIn2U]

37. create 3D Models
38. Create Design Sketches and Mockups
39. Create raster and vector graphic designs
40. Manage remote servers
41. Listen to Podcasts
42. Create Music
43. Write code and Develop apps
44. Manage websites
45. Use online tools
46. Order food 😂
47. Play games
48. Use terminal
49. SFTP - SSH into servers
50. Use cloud storadge
51. Use Word Excell (Pages Numbers)
52. Manage Photo Library
53. Read RSS Feeds
54. Use IRC
55. Watch Cable TV
56. Create Visual Art

Great list! As a fellow M1 iPad Pro user who’s also sold his MBP (2017 13”) for personal use I’m very curious how you’re able to do:

48. Use terminal
?

PS: keep this list going!

 

[snipr125]

Not trying to be that guy, but if i am not mistaken all these tasks can be done on any ipad, not just the Pro models? Yes tasks 37-39 would be faster on a IPP but thats it.

 

[bondr006]

Not trying to be that guy, but if i am not mistaken all these tasks can be done on any ipad, not just the Pro models? Yes tasks 36-39 would be faster on a IPP but thats it.

You are correct. I just used iPad Pro as example because that is what I own. I realized the same thing after I had posted and it was too late for me to change it. Anyone with any model is welcome to add to the list. Thank you!🙏

 

[bondr006]

Great list! As a fellow M1 iPad Pro user who’s also sold his MBP (2017 13”) for personal use I’m very curious how you’re able to do:

48. Use terminal
?

PS: keep this list going!

Hey there. I don't use terminal on my iPad, but I did a Google search, and apparently there are several apps that make it possible. Thanks for posting!🙏

 

[jdb8167]

Hey there. I don't use terminal on my iPad, but I did a Google search, and apparently there are several apps that make it possible. Thanks for posting!🙏

Blink is great software.

Edit: Prompt and SecureShellfish are also very good but Blink is my go to.

 

[Dfds]

Great list! As a fellow M1 iPad Pro user who’s also sold his MBP (2017 13”) for personal use I’m very curious how you’re able to do:

48. Use terminal
?

PS: keep this list going!

I use Terminus, excellent app together with Koder for text editing.

 

[Pezimak]

57. Take video at HDR and 4K
58. Be used as a tape measure with its cameras and LiDAR sensor.

 

[bondr006]

Thanking everyone for their input.🙏Can you think of anything more? I just added translating languages to my original post. Anyone with an iPad is welcome to add more to this list.

 

[Diablo360]

Wow that’s a big list. Using mine only for wen browsing, I feel like I’m missing out on a lot

 

[bondr006]

Wow that’s a big list. Using mine only for wen browsing, I feel like I’m missing out on a lot

Thanks! I am sure there is more.

 

[GumaRodak]

Thanks for the list, iam just wondering how do you hold the ipad in hands as for me its not very convinient to hold in two hands and if using the pen only one hand…and keep it all the time with m, as phone you can just put into pocket…

 

[darngooddesign]

Thanks! I am sure there is more.

Music & Video DJing

 

[Nhwhazup]

Great list. When I was still working (retired now), I loved using the IPP with Notability for presentations. It was great to be able to talk to the class and ask for answers and just write them on the iPad. Also, can record the training which goes with the slides for any that missed the class.

Not sure if I saw this in your list, but I also used my iPad as a 2nd monitor when traveling for work.

 

[bondr006]

Thanks for the list, iam just wondering how do you hold the ipad in hands as for me its not very convinient to hold in two hands and if using the pen only one hand…and keep it all the time with m, as phone you can just put into pocket…

Thanks for your post, although I am not sure what you are asking. If you are asking how I carry it, I have a few bags depending on what I am going out for, but they all hold my iPad with no problem. My iPad is always in a case, so I can just throw it in whatever bag I am going out with.

If you are asking how I hold it while using it, that depends on what I am using it for. For pencil input, I usually have it on my desk or a table. If I am in my car, my lap works just fine. If I am typing on it, again....my desk, a table, or my lap. Reading or watching news, I either hold it in my hands or prop it up on the kickstand in the case.

 

[dotnet]

Many of the above things, plus remote control of my headless Mac mini, which is my music player. I use the Screens app, and macOS built-in Screen Sharing/Remote Management.

I’m using it with Magic Keyboard 90% of the time, but occasionally take it off for scannning, picture taking and Pencil drawing.

 

[GumaRodak]

Thanks for this, that answered my question. 👏

 

[Coolpher]

59. Video editing 4K
60. Photo editing
61. Remote play PlayStation 4 or 5
62. Family FaceTime calls
63. Universal control between iPad and Mac

 

[Mark Stone]

37. create 3D Models
38. Create Design Sketches and Mockups
39. Create raster and vector graphic designs
40. Manage remote servers
41. Listen to Podcasts
42. Create Music
43. Write code and Develop apps
44. Manage websites
45. Use online tools
46. Order food 😂
47. Play games
48. Use terminal
49. SFTP - SSH into servers
50. Use cloud storadge
51. Use Word Excell (Pages Numbers)
52. Manage Photo Library
53. Read RSS Feeds
54. Use IRC
55. Watch Cable TV
56. Create Visual Art

LOL it took until entry 47 to mention games! I would have put Games at numero uno!!!

 

[bondr006]

LOL it took until entry 47 to mention games! I would have put Games at numero uno!!!

I actually said "play games" at #30, but games at #1...huh? That's funny!

 

[Fravin]

DTP Desktop Publishing! Take a look, a multiple page file done in iPad Pro!

 

[Mark Stone]

I actually said "play games" at #30, but games at #1...huh? That's funny! View attachment 1997689

Retirement is toooooooooo cooooooool!

 

[ericwn]

In fairness plenty of these tasks can also be done on an iPhone or a Mac and they’re not exclusive to any of these platforms.

 

[ericwn]

DTP Desktop Publishing! Take a look, a multiple page file done in iPad Pro!

View attachment 1998003

What app is that?