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How to set up iCloud on your iPhone or iPad

How to set up iCloud on your iPhone or iPad
iCloud Drive is Apple’s solution to document and file management across iOS and Mac. If you have an iCloud account, you can use iCloud Drive. 
When you upgrade your iOS operating system or start using an iPhone for the first time
You will be asked whether you want to use iCloud Drive to store your data. If you tap “Yes,” you’re all set.
If you tapped “No” during setup but have since decided you want to use iCloud Drive, you can still enable it manually.

How to Set Up iCloud on the iPhone or iPad

1. Upgrade your apple iphone or iPad to iOS 5.
2. Move the “Slide to set up” slider when iOS 5 initial begins.
3. Get into your Apple ID when it’s prompted. Be aware: If you not offer an Apple ID you can click the web link and go through on-screen guidelines to create a new one.
4. Click on “Next” within the top right corner.
5. Ensure that the toggle is set to “ON” around the iCloud set up display screen and touch “Next”.
This tends to instantly set up and turn on iCloud services connected using the Apple ID you’ve joined.

How to set up iCloud on iPhone and iPad

1. Launch the Settings app from your Home screen.
2. Tap your Apple ID banner.
3. Tap iCloud.
4. Toggle the iCloud Drive switch on.


How to set up iCloud on your iPhone or iPad
Repeat this process on all iOS devices you want to sync with iCloud.

Tips

1. You are able to Update to iOS 5 without having a developer account by looking with the iOS 5 ISPW file, installing it, and right after the How to Upgrade to iOS 5 guidelines.
2. You are able to create customized actions internally the Access area of the Settings app.

3. iOS 5 offers a brand new message app known as iMessage which allows you to gain access to text messaging solutions
at the same time free messaging through WiFi as well as 3G to any iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch operating iOS 5.

Warnings

iOS 5 is just works with iPad 2, iPad , iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and iPod touch 3rd and 4th generation.
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How to Share Wi-Fi Passwords from iPhone

How to Share Wi-Fi Passwords from iPhone
This trick should help to avoid those annoying situations where you’re trying to relay or receive a confusing wi-fi password
A fairly routine situation when a new guest comes to your office or home,
You’re then going through the process of relaying a complicated wireless password which can be a hassle.
iOS has a built-in feature that lets you quickly share Wi-Fi passwords between devices by bringing them near each other.
It uses Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and each user’s Apple ID to securely share the password between devices.

Requirements for Sharing Wi-Fi Passwords in iOS

1. All iPhone and iPad devices involved must have iOS 11 or newer installed
2. All iOS devices must have wi-fi and Bluetooth enabled
3. The device sharing the password must be actively connected to the same wi-fi network the other device wants to join
4. All devices involved must be in close physical proximity to one another
5. You must have one another in each others Contacts list

How Do I Share WiFi Passwords On An iPhone and iPad?

Let’s get into a  step by step method of understanding this process.
1. Make sure your Bluetooth, as well as the Wi-Fi, is toggled on. [Open the settings app and tap on Wi-Fi. Toggle on the button in front of it.]
2. the network you want to connect to by tapping on it. This will lead to an ‘Enter Password’ screen.
3. Move closer to the iOS device which is already connected to that Wi-Fi network. Make sure it is unlocked.
4. If the two devices are close enough, the other device will get an alert from your device, as shown below.
5. Now, tap on ‘Send password’. This will instantly enter the password in ‘enter password’ field of your device.
And, now, you can use the Wi-Fi as well, despite not knowing the Wi-Fi password.
Bingo! You’re connected to the internet.
Not just this, you can share the Wi-Fi password between Macs and iPhones/iPads.
The required condition remains the same (MacOS high sierra for Mac and iOS 11 for iPhone/iPad). 

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How to use Dark Mode on Mac

How to use Dark Mode on Mac
In Dark Mode, many of the operating system’s brighter features go black or gray, including the dock, trash can, menu bar and system panels.
That’s also the case for select apps, including Safari, the Mac App Store, News and iTunes.
Effect can be pretty dramatic, as you’ll notice that colorful images pop more on the display.
Other elements, such as hyperlinks, seem more prominent, as well.
Want to use Dark Mode on your Mac? Read on for how to enable the dark theme on any Mac running macOS Mojave.
Dark Mode makes it easier for you to focus on your work and is easy on your eyes.
Macs with macOS Mojave don’t come with Dark Mode turned on, but the process to turn it on or off is simple.

How to use

1. If you’re unsure, check if you’re running macOS Mojave ( → About This Mac)
2. Open System Preferences
3. Choose General in the top left corner
4. Click Dark located in the top center of the window

Turn on Dark Mode

1. From the Apple menu , choose System Preferences.
2. Click General.
3. From the Appearance options at the top of the window, select Dark. This feature is available only after upgrading macOS Mojave.

Dark Mode

Dark Mode is currently only available for Macs using macOS 10.14 (Mojave).
When you enable Dark Mode on your Mac, Evernote will automatically switch to the dark color theme.
To enable Dark Mode on your Mac
1. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
2. Click General.
3. Next to the Appearance options at the top of the window, select Dark.

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How to install the iOS 13 public beta



How to install the iOS 13 public beta on your iPhone
if you’re itching to try out the new features in iOS 13, the public beta is your best choice. Here’s how to install it on your iPhone or iPod touch.
This tutorial will walk through how to install iOS 13 public beta onto an iPhone, or iPod touch.
Beta versions of iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS are available to members of the Apple Developer Program.
Members can develop apps that take advantage of the latest features of Apple platforms and test existing apps for compatibility.

here’s how to install the iOS 13 public beta today

1. Head to Apple’s Beta Software Program website via Safari on your iPhone
2. If you’re already a member, click “Sign in.” If not, choose “Sign up,” enter your Apple ID information, and agree to the terms and conditions.
3. Tap the “Enroll Your Devices” link and make sure you’re on the iOS tab of the interface
4. Apple will recommend that you perform a backup using iTunes; this is not required but it is highly-recommended
5. Scroll to the Install Profile section of the website and choose “Download Profile”
6. Once you authorize the download, open the Settings app on your iPhone
7. Along the top, you should see message saying you have a profile ready to be installed; tap that and install the profile as seen in the screenshots above
8. Your iPhone should now restart to complete the profile installation
9. Once your iPhone has restarted, go to Settings > General > Software Update. You should now see the iOS 13 update ready to be installed.
Once you’ve completed the initial install of the iOS 13 public beta, you’ll receive updates over-the-air just like you would for any other iOS version.

Compatible devices

First, make sure your device is capable of running iOS 13. While Apple is noted for supporting older devices with new software updates,
some older iPhones that were eligible for iOS 12 will not be getting iOS 13. The following iPod Touch and iPhones support iOS 13:
1. iPod Touch (7th generation)
2. iPhone SE
3. iPhone 6S and 6S Plus
4. iPhone 7 and 7 Plus
5. iPhone 8 and 8 Plus
6. iPhone X
7. iPhone XR
8. iPhone XS and XS Max

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How to upgrade to the new iPhone

How to upgrade to the new iPhone
The first thing to know about iPhone upgrades is that they’re pretty much carrier-agnostic these days.
It used to be that you got a new device every couple of years as long as you renewed your contract 

Enrolling to purchase an iPhone that is already on sale

You can enroll or re-enroll at Apple’s website to purchase an iPhone that is available now (not in pre-order)
by visiting Apple’s iPhone Upgrade Program page and clicking on Join Now or Check your upgrade eligibility to get started.
You can also enroll from the Apple Store app.
1. Launch the Apple Store app.
2. Select the iPhone model you want to purchase on the iPhone Upgrade Program.
3. Select whether you are Replacing your current iPhone or buying a new iPhone on an existing carrier account.
4. Select your carrier.
5. Select your finish.
6. Select your capacity.
7. Select Apple iPhone Upgrade Program when asked how you would like to pay.
8. Select I’d like to enroll if you are new to the program or I’m already part of the program if you are currently enrolled in the iPhone Upgrade Program.
You will then follow the instructions to complete your loan approval process to enroll or re-enroll in the iPhone Upgrade Program.

Enrolling to purchase an iPhone that is in pre-order

1. Open the Apple Store app on your iPhone.
2. Tap Check Upgrade Eligibility on the “Get a head start on your upgrade” banner that should appear at the top of the Discover tab if you’ve previously been enrolled in the iPhone Upgrade Program.
3. Tap Continue.
4. Tap Select under the iPhone you want to get.
5. Tap No under “Do you have an iPhone to trade in?”
6. Tap on the color you want for your iPhone.
7. Tap on the model of phone you want if that option is available to you.
8. Tap the storage capacity that you want.
9. Tap your chosen carrier.
10. Tap on either AppleCare+ or AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss to decide which level of protection to get.
11. Tap Continue.
12. Confirm your carrier.
Your preapproval will last three days after pre-order begins. Once pre-order ends, outstanding preapprovals will expire.
Getting pre-approval for an iPhone pre-order does not* reserve an iPhone for you. It is still a first-come, first-served basis.
Going through the preapproval process allows you to select the model you want for faster checkout than starting from scratch.

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How to Update Your Mac’s Software

How to Update Your Mac’s Software
Updating Apple’s software on your Mac is an important maintenance task that you should perform regularly.
Using the latest versions of Mac OS X and Apple’s applications can protect
If you haven’t updated to Mojave yet read on to find out how to update to Mojave from High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, Yosemite, or even older version of Mac OS X below.

Mac: How to check for updates

1. Open the App Store
2. Click Updates at the top toolbar of the app
3. Click Updateon the apps you’d like and Restart for any macOS system updates
4. You can also opt for the Update All button in the top right corner

Automatically Check for Apple Software Updates

You can manually check for updates with your Mac’s built-in Software Update tool.
But it’s much easier to simply automate the process and have Software Update notify you when it’s found updates.
Here’s how to set the Software Update application to automatically check for updates:
1. From the Apple menu, select System Preferences.
2. Click Software Update. The window shown below appears.
3. Select the Check for updates checkbox.
4. From the Check for updates menu, select a time interval, such as daily or weekly.

How to Update Your Mac’s Software
5. Optional: Select the Download updates automatically checkbox to automatically download all available updates in the background.
You might not want to select this option if your internet service provider limits your bandwidth consumption.
6. Close System Preferences.
You’ve successfully configured your Mac to automatically check for and download system software updates.

Tips 

System updates will typically require a restart. Apple also shares a couple of tips about checking for expected updates:
1. Install any updates that are listed, then return to the Updates tab to check again.
If you still don’t see an expected update, use the Search field to find the app that you want to update.
2. Updates for Safari and Mac firmware might not appear, because you get them as part of macOS updates.

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How to Create Instagram Ads

You can create Instagram ads in ad creation by selecting Instagram as a placement. 
Instagram Stories Ads provide you with a unique and new way to engage with your customers and your target market.
You can use your Facebook Page or a connected Instagram account as the voice of your ads; however, you do not need an Instagram account to run ads on Instagram.
You have now selected Instagram as a placement. You can complete your ad by adding details for your ad’s identity, format and related links.

What is Instagram Advertising?

Like most social media platforms, building a following for your business on Instagram is a bit of an uphill climb.
If your business isn’t in the arts, music, food, apparel or sports industries, it probably isn’t very easy to create a regular stream of Instagram-worthy posts.
This is where Instagram advertising comes into play.
60% of Instagram users say they discover new products on the platform and 75% do something about it.
In other words, if you do it right, Instagram advertising is a great way to get more traffic, leads and/or sales for your business.
Instagram offers five ad formats:
1. Stories ads
2. Photo ads
3. Video ads
4. Carousel ads
5. Collection ads
Each of these ad formats are woven into users’ Feeds and Stories offering a non-disruptive user experience.
Instagram also offers different types of call-to-actions that can help you collect more leads. We’ll include these in the description of the ad formats.

Create Instagram ads in Ads Manager

1. To select Instagram as a placement for your ads:
2. Go to Ads Manager.
3. Select Create.
4. Choose an objective that supports Instagram as an ad placement.
5. Select Continue.
6. Fill in the details for your ad set.
7. At the placements section, you can select Edit placements and select Instagram to have your ads appear on Instagram.
If you select automatic placements, your ad will run across a variety of Facebook placements, including Instagram to give you the best value for your ads.
8. Select Continue.
How to Create Instagram Ads
How to Create Instagram Ads

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