If you’ve ever heard someone mention the “iPad trick,” you may be wondering what it is—and whether it’s actually worth trying. Your iPad is packed with shortcuts and features designed to make everyday tasks a little easier, and some of the best ones aren’t immediately obvious. The so-called “iPad trick” is one simple example that can make a surprisingly big difference when you’re typing and editing.
So, what exactly is the iPad trick? Let’s break down how it works, then look at a few other ways you can “trick out” your iPad to make it even more useful for work, school, travel, and everyday life with tablet cases, styluses, and more from LOGiiX!
What Exactly Is the iPad Trick, and How Does It Work?
The iPad trick turns your on-screen keyboard into a temporary trackpad, allowing you to move your cursor through text more precisely.
While your keyboard is open, touch and hold the spacebar until the keys fade away. Without lifting your finger, slide it around the keyboard area. As you move your finger, your cursor will move through the text along with it.
Once you've found the right spot, simply lift your finger and continue typing.
This 'trick' is particularly handy when editing longer emails, documents, school assignments, or notes where tapping between two tiny characters can quickly become a test of patience.
Pretty handy, right?
But hidden shortcuts aren't the only way to get more functionality out of your tablet. With a few features and the right accessories, there are plenty of other ways to make your iPad fit how you actually use it.
4 Other Ways to “Trick Out” Your iPad
1. Turn Your iPad Into a Mini Laptop
Need to get some serious typing done? Add a physical keyboard.
The LOGiiX Keyboard Folio combines an iPad case with a detachable Bluetooth keyboard, built-in multi-gesture trackpad, keyboard shortcuts, and adjustable viewing angles.
Writing an essay? Answering emails from the airport? Taking notes during a meeting? Open the keyboard, and your tablet can quickly become a more laptop-like workstation—without adding another full-sized device to your bag.
2. Use Your iPad as a Second Display
Your iPad can also give your Mac some extra screen real estate.
With Apple's Sidecar feature, compatible iPads can be used as a second display for a Mac. You could keep your main project open on your computer while using your iPad for reference material, messages, or another window.
The LOGiiX Stance Secure folds into multiple viewing positions and features a stand mode that raises your iPad by 3.5 inches, making it handy for second-screen setups, video calls, and streaming.
3. Swap Your Notebook for Your iPad
Prefer writing things down by hand? Your iPad can handle that, too.
Pairing your tablet with a stylus lets you take handwritten notes, sketch, brainstorm, and annotate documents without carrying around another notebook.
The LOGiiX Precision Pencil features a tilt-sensitive tip for precise writing and drawing, plus a magnetized body that attaches to compatible iPads when you aren't using it.
For students, that means handwritten notes and digital schoolwork can live on the same device. For creatives, your iPad can go from workstation to sketchpad in seconds!
4. Make Your Case Do More
Even your case can help you get more out of your iPad! The VIBRANCE™ Slim Folio uses a tri-fold design that lets you position your iPad for different activities, including typing, reading, and watching videos. It also provides shock-absorbing protection and convenient storage for a compatible Apple Pencil.
Because protecting your iPad is important—but your case might as well make it easier to use (and add a little VIBRANCE™ colour) while it’s at it.
Discover More Ways to Get the Most Out of Your iPad
The hidden trackpad might be the iPad trick everyone is searching for, but there are plenty of ways to make your tablet even more useful.
Whether you're typing, working, drawing, travelling, or winding down with your favourite show, a few simple tricks—and the right setup—can help your iPad adapt to whatever your day has in store.
Explore iPad accessories from LOGiiX to find cases, keyboards, styluses, screen protection, charging accessories, and more to trick out your tablet!
