How to Add Widgets to Your iPad Home Screen

Step by step

1. 10 sec

   Enter jiggle mode

   Long-press any empty area on your Home Screen until the app icons begin to animate or jiggle. This mode indicates that your Home Screen is ready for layout modifications.

   Note: Ensure you are pressing on a background area rather than directly on an app icon.
2. 15 sec

   Open the widget gallery

   Tap the plus (+) icon located in the top-left corner of the display. This action opens the widget gallery, which displays all available widgets for your installed applications.

3. 30 sec

   Browse and choose a widget

   Scroll through the list of apps or use the search bar at the top to find a specific widget. Tap on the desired app to view the available widget sizes and styles.

   Note: Swipe horizontally across the preview pane to see different size options for the selected widget.
4. 20 sec

   Add the widget to the screen

   Tap the Add Widget button below the preview. Alternatively, drag and drop the widget directly from the gallery to your preferred location on the Home Screen.

   Note: Icons and other widgets will automatically shift to accommodate the new addition.
5. 10 sec

   Save your layout

   Tap the Done button in the top-right corner of the screen to exit jiggle mode. Your widgets are now active and will update periodically with live information.