iPad Tips for Seniors Four Great Shortcuts!

If you've ever wondered about iPad shortcuts and how to get started, then this video is for you. I take you through a simple tutorial on how to create four split screen shortcuts that'll really increase your iPad productivity. Seriously, this is worth a watch.

Here are chapter markers in case you'd like to jump around:

Intro: 0:00
Install Shortcuts App: 1:55
Create Shortcuts Folder: 3:02
Create 4 shortcuts: 3:47
Create Home Screen Shortcuts Widget: 9:05
How all of it works!: 9:33

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[cestjane]

I’m not a senior and I’m pretty good technologically, but I really enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for explaining things to clearly. I’m finally catching up on learning things like shortcuts, etc. Looking forward to more!

[laurieb]

If only everyone explained the mysteries of IPad this well, thank you!

[jameskeener]

Did it! I had to go back to the video a couple of times and make adjustments for the interface changes, but you created the structure for effective learning.

[samueldavid]

Perhaps the easiest way to understand Shortcuts and practically to use it. Thanks Rich.

[garrybrown]

Amazingly simple. My daughter has a dog like Cooper. His name is Clark Griswold. Rich, your well organized instructional videos lower the threshold to try new tricks, and old dogs (like me) CAN learn new tricks. Thanks. 3/8/2023 07:45 Eastern GJB

[JoeDebono]

Buddy, I consider myself an advanced user, in fact I can program in HTMl, JavaScript and PHP but now I am retired, I really can't be bothered working out how to use Shortcuts, until now that is. What a great demonstration of how easy it is. Thanks for the effort you put into this clip.

[robbyphillips]

Thanks, Rich. You really know how to teach seniors. Keep it simple. I’ve been a Mac user for many years; since 1987, but the iPad, though of great use, is different ( I use an 11” Pro) . This lesson on Shortcuts and Split Screen is just what I’ve been looking for. (By the way, I’m located just north of you in Person County.)

[pamcadd]

Wow, Rich! I struggled to get two apps side by side and eventually just gave up - but you've cracked the code for me. This is so useful, and so clearly explained. Thanks!

[boatman]

Great tips…I would never have known about these options without this video…Thanks!

[leafnovice]

Thanks Rich. Love the pace of your delivery. Even a numpty like me can keep up 😊 Keep 'em coming !

[ashokpanvalkar]

Thank you so much for doing video on Shortcuts. All my doubts are cleared now.

[edmundpotrzeba]

One of the best instructional on YouTube respect and thanks

[iamcheck.thisout]

I'm 25 yo from Thailand, and now I can finally utilize the shortcut app, all thanks to you!! Thank youuu so muchh, you are a very good instructorrr. not only senior, but all junior can learn a lot from this channel ^0^ Love & respect from Thailand :D

[cbpapp]

Oh my God, Rich, where have you been?! Thank you, thank you!

[mikemoe]

Hi Rich, I am not only a new retiree but now a new subscriber, great video!

[rickyraymond]

Thanks for the simple instructions. I was able to follow them and create my new shortcut. I will be using the Safari/Note split screen.

[RS-wzef]

Excellent, clear, complete explanation. I don't think this widget will be particularly easy for me to set up, but it's definitely very worthwhile. It will be a big help to me in preparing lessons as a foreign language teacher. This video just got a new "Like, " and your channel just got a new subscriber! Thank you!

[DarylL-gihz]

I’m in my 30s but I like watching these because it’s easy to follow

[richardburton]

Easy to follow but i’d love to see a video that shows how some of these actually saves any time or makes tasks any easier. Ie having photos and messages side by side. How is this any easier than selecting photos from the photo app and hitting the little arrow app at the bottom?

[waltons-crochet]

Hi Rich. Just found this tutorial 👏🏻👏🏻 you are keeping me busy learning how to work on my IPad!!! I've had it for 5 years and finally learned how! Thank you again and again.