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About the App Store

Use the App Store to add apps to iPad. Browse, purchase, and download apps specifically designed for iPad, or for iPhone and iPod touch.

Apps you download from the App Store and install on iPad are backed up to your iTunes library the next time you sync. When you sync, you can also install apps on iPad that you purchase through iTunes on your computer. iPad works with most iPhone and iPod touch apps, so if you already have apps for your iPhone or iPod touch, you can sync them to iPad from your Mac or PC. Use them at their original size, or tap in the lower-right corner of the screen to expand them.

Note: The App Store and some apps are not available in all areas. App availability and pricing are subject to change.

To use the App Store, iPad must have an Internet connection. See “Connecting to the Internet” on page 28. You also need an Apple ID (not available in some countries) to download apps. iPad gets your Apple ID settings from iTunes. If you don’t have an Apple ID, or if you want to make purchases using a different Apple ID, go to Settings > Store. See “Store” on page 157.

Browsing and Searching

Browse Featured to see new, notable, or recommended apps, or browse Top Charts to see the most popular applications. If you’re looking for a specific app, use Search.

Browse apps: Tap Featured, Top Charts, or Categories at the bottom of the screen.

Browse using Genius: Tap Genius to see a list of recommended apps, based on what’s already in your app collection. To turn Genius on, follow the onscreen instructions. Genius is a free service, but it requires an Apple ID.

Search for apps: Tap the search field at the top of the screen and enter one or more words. Choose from the list of suggestions, or tap Search on the keyboard.

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