Read, Digital Desk : In the case of Apple, they’ve developed Stage Manager with the intent of improving multitasking on iPad and Mac by providing a more structured interface. If you have had any challenges with app management on your iPad, then this feature can help to optimize your productivity considerably.

Don’t Forget to Update Your iPad First

It’s always best to have the most up-to-date software on your iPad before using Stage Manager. You will need to be on iPadOS version 18.2 or greater. Follow these steps to update:

1. Settings tab should be accessed.
2. Go to General then Software Update.
3. If there is an available update, ensure that it is downloaded and installed.

Models of iPads that are Compatible

Down below is a compilation of the models of iPads that have Stage Manager functionality:

General Use:
– iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)
– iPad Pro 11-inch (all generations)
– iPad Air (5th generation)

External Display Support:
– iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation and later)
– iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation and later)
– iPad Air (5th generation)

Enabling Stage Manager

iPads have to be in landscape mode for Stage Manager to be enabled. Steps outlined are:

1. Swap down from the top right side of the iPad to access control center. Make sure it’s in landscape mode.
2. Click Stage Manager icon.

Alternate method of enabling Stage Manager:

1. Access Settings, click Home Screen Multitasking
2. Ensure Stage Manager is toggled on.

Best practices for using Stage Manager

While Stage Manager can appear a little daunting at first glance, it does become second nature very quickly. Below we’ll explain how to go about doing it.

– Currently opened applications will take center stage on the screen.
– All formerly opened applications will be captured on the left sidebar of the screen.
– If an application in use is sitting alongside other applications, with a simple tap or drag they can be positioned to center stage.
– Additional application groupings can be enabled through the three-dot menu by clicking Add Another Window.

Removing apps from the Dock, Recent Apps list, or the App Library can be done with a click and drag motion.

Windows can be re-sized by pulling on the corners.

Enable full screen mode through the use of the three-dot icon.

Up to four apps may be viewed at the same time on the screen.

In order to remove an app, use the three-dot menu and Close Window.

For a more minimalist look, Recent Apps or Dock can be hidden in Settings > Home Screen & Multitasking.

If used regularly, Stage Manager can transform your iPad into a powerful multitasking device resembling a fully-functional desktop computer.

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