This course shows you how to block nuisance contacts, activate your iPad's Silent Mode, and use and schedule the Do Not Disturb feature for when you need some peace and quiet.
We also show you how to add an exception to your Do Not Disturb feature so that only really important people can contact you while Do Not Disturb is switched on.
such as how to:
How to take control of messages, and who can contact you.
Learn how to protect your privacy by blocking a contact, how to silence your iPad, and how to stop it interrupting you with messages and other notifications.
The demonstrations in this course use an iPad without a physical Home button. If your tablet is different, some of the steps might vary a little, but you can still follow along.
Before you start, make sure the iPad is switched on, and fully charged. Your operating software should also be up to date.
You can block individual contact from being able to message your tablet, by using the Messages app:
Open the Settings app and tap the Sounds option:
This feature stops your tablet from receiving calls, texts, or emails. Find this option in the Control Centre by swiping down from the top right of the screen:
You can schedule Do Not Disturb to automatically turn on and off at times and days of your choosing. by using the Settings app:
You can let some notifications appear even while Do Not Disturb is turned on. On the main Do Not Disturb settings screen, under Allow Notifications:
You’ve completed the iPad: Messages and privacy activity.
Next up, we'll learn the iPad: Saving, sharing and deleting files activity.