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1. Make sure that your Mac and iPad meet the Sidecar system requirements.
2. You can use Sidecar wirelessly, but to keep your iPad charged during use, connect it directly to your Mac with the USB charge cable that came with your iPad.
   
3. Click the AirPlay icon in the menu bar on your Mac, then choose the option to connect to your iPad. Or use Sidecar preferences to connect.
   If you don't see the AirPlay icon, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, click Displays, then make sure that ”Show mirroring options in the menu bar when available” is selected.
   
4. Your iPad should now show an extension of your Mac desktop. You can move windows to it and use it like any other display.
5. To mirror your Mac display so that both screens show the same content, return to the AirPlay menu, which is a blue rectangle while using Sidecar. Choose the option to mirror your display. This is a great way to share your Mac screen with others.
6. To end your Sidecar session, return to the AirPlay menu and choose the option to disconnect. Or click the Disconnect button in the sidebar on your iPad.

Learn more about using external displays. For example, you can use Displays preferences to arrange displays so that your iPad extends the left, right, top, or bottom of your desktop.

Move a window to your iPad display

If you hover your pointer over the full-screen button of a window, you can choose to move that window to or from your iPad display. It's faster than dragging the window, and the window is perfectly resized for your display.

The sidebar puts commonly used controls on the side of your iPad screen. It includes Command, Shift, and other modifier keys, so you can choose essential commands with your finger or Apple Pencil instead of a keyboard.

Use Sidecar preferences to turn off the sidebar or change its position.

Tap to show or hide the menu bar when viewing a window in full screen on iPad.

Command. Touch and hold to set the Command key. Double-tap to lock the key.

Option. Touch and hold to set the Option key. Double-tap to lock the key.

Control. Touch and hold to set the Control key. Double-tap to lock the key.

Shift. Touch and hold to set the Shift key. Double-tap to lock the key.

Undo the last action. Some apps support multiple undos.

Use the Touch Bar

Many apps on Mac have Touch Bar controls that make common actions even easier. With Sidecar, you get a Touch Bar on your iPad screen even if your Mac doesn’t have a Touch Bar. It works just like the Touch Bar on Mac, and you can tap its controls with either your finger or Apple Pencil.

Use Sidecar preferences to turn off the Touch Bar or change its position.

If the Touch Bar doesn't appear when using an app that offers Touch Bar controls, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, click Mission Control, then make sure that “Displays have separate Spaces” is selected.

Use gestures for scrolling and other actions

Multi-Touch gestures on iPad remain available when using Sidecar. These gestures are particularly useful with Sidecar:

• Scroll: Swipe with two fingers.
• Copy: Pinch in with three fingers.
• Cut: Pinch in with three fingers twice.
• Paste: Pinch out with three fingers.
• Undo: Swipe left with three fingers, or double-tap with three fingers.
• Redo: Swipe right with three fingers.

Use Apple Pencil

To point, click, select, and perform tasks such as drawing, editing photos, and manipulating objects on your iPad while it's extending or mirroring your Mac display, you can use your Apple Pencil instead of the mouse or trackpad connected to your Mac. You can also use it to write, sketch, and mark up documents while seeing the updates live on your Mac.

Sidecar also supports double-tap, which you can turn on in Sidecar preferences. Double-tap enables apps that support this feature to perform custom actions when you double-tap on the side of your Apple Pencil (2nd generation).

Use a keyboard, mouse, or trackpad

During your Sidecar session, you can type using a keyboard connected to either your Mac or iPad, including the Smart Keyboard or Magic Keyboard for iPad.

To point, click, or select with a mouse or trackpad, use the mouse or trackpad connected to your Mac, or use an Apple Pencil on your iPad.

Use iPad apps

While using Sidecar, you can switch to an iPad app, then interact with that app on your iPad as you normally would. This suspends your Sidecar session until you switch back to the Sidecar app or disconnect Sidecar. The Sidecar app appears on your home screen only while using Sidecar.

Use Sidecar preferences

Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Sidecar. These preferences are available only on computers that support Sidecar.

• Show Sidebar: Show the sidebar on the left or right side of your iPad screen, or turn it off.
• Show Touch Bar: Show the Touch Bar on the bottom or top of your iPad screen, or turn it off.
• Enable double tap on Apple Pencil: Allow apps that support this feature to perform custom actions when you double-tap on the side of your Apple Pencil (2nd generation).
• Connect to: Choose an iPad to connect to, or click Disconnect to stop using Sidecar.

Sidecar system requirements

Sidecar requires a compatible Mac using macOS Catalina and a compatible iPad using iPadOS 13:

Mac using macOS Catalina

• MacBook Pro introduced in 2016 or later
• MacBook introduced in 2016 or later
• MacBook Air introduced in 2018 or later
• iMac introduced in 2017 or later, plus iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015)
• iMac Pro
• Mac mini introduced in 2018 or later
• Mac Pro introduced in 2019
  

iPad using iPadOS 13

• iPad Pro: all models
• iPad (6th generation) or later
• iPad mini (5th generation)
• iPad Air (3rd generation)

Additional requirements

• Both devices must be signed in to iCloud with the same Apple ID using two-factor authentication.
• To use Sidecar wirelessly, both devices must be within 10 meters (30 feet) of each other and have Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Handoff turned on. Also make sure that the iPad is not sharing its cellular connection and the Mac is not sharing its Internet connection.
• To use Sidecar over USB, make sure that your iPad is set to trust your Mac.

Learn more

• Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference, which can affect Sidecar performance when using Sidecar wirelessly.

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by Jenefey AaronUpdated on 2019-07-25 / Update for iPad

Every iPad owner knows the importance of being able to transfer files from one iPad to another or from the iPad to the computer. Transferring files from one iPad to another can come in handy when you are switching devices, just as transferring files from your iPad to computer can be valuable for backup purposes.

Yet, unlike Android devices where simply connecting the device to computer using USB cables will allow you to transfer the data, with an iPad or other iOS device, a third-party program is required to make the process quicker and easier. You especially need a great tool to help you get into an iTunes or iCloud backup and extract the data you need.

This article is dedicated to sharing with you the best iPad transfer software in the business. This tool is designed to help you move files between iPad or from an iPad to the computer, among other highly valuable functions.

The Key Features of the Best iPad Transfer Software

The best free iPad Transfer software is Tenorshare iCareFone. This tool is designed to make it easy for you to gain access to the device and transfer all types of data from the iPad to the computer. To understand how well this program works, it is essential to understand all of its features and how they work together to accomplish its purpose. Some of iCarefone's most important features include the following;

It can be used to transfer nearly all types of data including photos, videos, music, contacts and SMS from the iPad to the PC/Mac in a single click.

iCarefone can also be used to backup and restore your iPad in a few simple steps. Unlike iCloud or iTunes, it can be used to selectively backup your data.

When your iPad runs into several issues, iCarefone can be very useful in helping you overcome these issues, getting your iPad working normally again in a few simple steps. Some of the issues it can fix include an iPad that is unresponsive, sluggish or some apps are not working correctly.

How to Use iCarefone to Transfer iPad Data

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Step 1: Download and install Tenorshare iCarefone to our PC or Mac. Now, using USB cables connect the iPad to the computer. If you see a 'Trust This Computer' message on your iPad, unlock the device and enter the passcode. The program should then recognize the device. Click 'Manage' at the top of the menu to begin.

Step 2: You should see a list of 8 types of data that you can transfer on your left along with an 'import', 'export' and 'refresh' button on the top menu. To move data from your iPad to the PC or Mac, simply select the type of data you want to transfer and click on 'Export.' In the dialogue box that appears, select a location on your computer to save the exported files.

Step 3: If on the other hand you'd like to transfer files from your PC/Mac to the iPad, select the type of file you want to transfer on the left and then click 'Import' on the top menu. Then all you have to do is wait for the program to transfer the files from the PC/Mac to the iPad.

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It is worth mentioning that not only is the program highly reliable, but it is also fast and very easy to use. All you have to do is install the program on your computer and it is self-explanatory. Considering how important it can be to transfer data from your iPad to computer and vice versa, this is a program that every iPad owner must consider getting.

Tenorshare iCarefone is more than just an iPad data transfer tool. It can come in handy for iPad users such as you in numerous ways. As we have seen from the tutorial above, you can use it to transfer data from your iPad to the Mac/PC and vice versa. It is also ideal for transferring data between iOS devices and from iTunes or iCloud backups to the PC/Mac or iPad. But most importantly it can also be very useful in helping you fix any issues with your iOS device.

Therefore, Tenorshare iCarefone is an iPad manager like no other. Download it when you need to manage your iPad's data in different new ways. Let us know how it works out for you in the comments section below. We love to hear from you!