Apple iPad iOS 6.1 - Manual (Page 20)

Chapter 3 Basics 20
Zooming in or out
Depending on the app, you may be able to zoom in to enlarge, or zoom out to reduce the
image on the screen. When viewing photos, webpages, mail, or maps, for example, pinch two
fingers together to zoom out or spread them apart to zoom in. For photos and webpages, you
can also double-tap (tap twice quickly) to zoom in, then double-tap again to zoom out. For
maps, double-tap to zoom in and tap once with two fingers to zoom out.
Zoom is also an accessibility feature that lets you magnify the entire screen of any app you’re
using and helps you see what’s on the display. See
Zoom on page 106.
Multitasking gestures
You can use multitasking gestures on iPad to return to the Home screen, reveal the multitasking
bar, or switch to another app.
Return to the Home screen: Pinch four or five fingers together.
Reveal the multitasking bar: Swipe up with four or five fingers.
Switch apps: Swipe left or right with four or five fingers.
Turn multitasking gestures on or off: Go to Settings > General > Multitasking Gestures.
Portrait and landscape orientation
You can view many iPad apps in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotate iPad and the
screen rotates too, adjusting to fit the new orientation.
Lock the screen orientation: Double-click the Home button , swipe the multitasking bar from
left to right, then tap .