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Beginner iPad Essentials!
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items I finally jumped on the iPad train and I totally get the hype now whether you’re using yours for school, teaching planning content, creation or just relaxing on the couch. These are the accessories and apps that I’ve actually made me use my iPad ever...
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The Basics
Note Taking Productivity
Teacher Faves
Creativity
Accessories That Make Life Easier
My Every Day Must Haves
The Basics
First-generation Apple Pencil works on iPad 6th-10th generations and the newer iPad (A16). A great option if your iPad isn't compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro! Perfect for taking notes, planning, drawing, and everyday use.
Apple Pencil
Apple Pencil Pro works with the newer models: iPad Pro 11-inch M4 and M5, iPad Pro 13-inch M4 and M5, iPad Air 11- and 13-inch (M2 M3, and M4), and iPad mini A17pro. This Apple Pencil has squeeze controls, barrel roll, haptic feedback, and much more.
Apple Pencil Pro
You’re supposed to replace your Apple Pencil tip every 6 to 12 months depending on how much you use it and if you have a screen protector. If it starts to feel rough or scratchy when you’re writing change it, you don’t wanna scratch your iPad screen.
Replacement Apple Pencil Tips
A good iPad case is a must! I love one that protects both the front and back while still being cute and easy to carry. Make sure to choose the case that matches your exact iPad model before ordering!
iPad Case
Taking care of your screen on your iPad is so important. I don’t think they’re as durable as iPhones personally plus if you’re using an Apple Pencil, you wanna make sure you’re not scratching your screen. It’s good to replace your screen protector wh...
Screen Protector for iPad
These protect your iPad while you’re on the go.
iPad Carrying Case
Don’t forget to protect the camera lens as well. Make sure when you’re buying these you have the correct ones for your specific iPad.
iPad Camera Cover
I love this case it rotates has the auto sleep awake feature, and a spot for Apple Pencil.
Rotating Case for iPad
Growing up, I’ve always had apple products. I recently just jumped on the iPad bandwagon, and I don’t regret it. This has been so helpful for me not only with productivity, but also with life in general.
iPad 10th Generation
Note Taking Productivity
I have the Goodnotes app and honestly it’s so worth it. You only pay about a dollar a month and you have unlimited notebooks folders, organization, AI features, handwriting, search, math conversions, and so many other things plus you can sync it acro...
Goodnotes
Notability you can actually record audio while digital taking notes you can change your handwriting to text conversion search, handwritten notes, annotate PDFs, and so much more. I actually love the handwriting to text conversion because I want to be...
Notability
Microsoft OneNote works on nearly every device has audio recording. You can insert PDFs images files pretty much anything also you have real time collaboration with classmates or families.
OneNote
My script notes previously known as Nebo is also another great app for taking notes does really well with handwriting to text.
MyScript Notes (formerly Nebo)
Teacher Faves
Canva is one of my most used apps. If you’re a teacher you actually get a free premium account you can create coloring sheets you can create planner. You can create literally anything on Canva.
Canva
Adobe express is one of Canva’s biggest competitors with a lot of built-in AI. There’s thousands of templates for TikTok’s Instagram. Background removal, video editing, and so much more.
Adobe Express
This is a really popular app among teachers, tutors, and students combines a whiteboard PowerPoint screen, record recorder, and notetaking app all into one.
Explain Everything
Splash top is remote desktop app that lets you control your Mac or Windows computer from your iPad or your phone. A lot of IT professionals use this to access their computer while they’re away.
Splashtop
Creativity
I’ve literally never heard anything but good things about procreate. They have hundreds of customizable brushes. You can use your Apple pen. They have a layering system. You can time lapse record import photos, and so much more if you’re creative at ...
Procreate
PicsArt has AI photo editor background removal object removal and so much more.
Picsart
CapCut is a huge app used among TikTok creators Instagram reels, and YouTube shorts. It has green screen, voice, recording, AI tools, transitions, auto captions, and so much more.
CapCut AI Video Editor
Accessories That Make Life Easier
I suggest getting a USB-C hub if your iPad supports it, you can plug in all different types of tools.
Adaptor
If you love a keyboard like I do, I suggest getting a case with a built-in keyboard.
Wireless Folding Keyboard
A Bluetooth mouse is always great, especially when you’re using certain apps.
Bluetooth Mouse Wireless
Honestly, that’s when I really highly suggest the way I hold my Apple Pencil is similar to how I hold my regular pencil and it starts to like hurt my finger after a while.
Apple Pencil Grip
I suggest getting a portable charger Especially one that you can charge more than one device on at a time
iPad Battery Portable Charger
My Every Day Must Haves
I bought this the other day and it has EVERYTHING!!! If you have ADHD this is the planner for you!! Check it out, and the best part is you get lifetime access to future editions! I am in love with this planner!
2026 ADHD Digital Planner
Kindle app for my reading lovers!!
Kindle
Inside timers, almost used apps. It has meditations, guided meditations, sleep stories, and so much more.
Insight Timer
People who love Spotify, love Spotify. Great app for listening to music
Spotify
Widget is the app where you can make your home screen look how you want it you can change the colors of the apps. Change the pictures of the apps and make shortcuts great app.
Widgetsmith