Understanding iPad buttons and features
Apple iPad Mini 4 on iOS 14.0.0
Explore an interactive view of the Home screen and buttons on your device. Learn about various icons, buttons, and features on the front of your device to find where they're located and what they do.
Select a yellow indicator on the image or an item from the list to learn more about that feature.
Scroll to learn more about each feature.
Apple Music® icon: Opens the Apple Music app for listening to music.
Camera: Used for taking pictures.
Files icon: Opens the app for managing local and iCloud Drive® files.
Home button / Touch ID sensor: Navigates to the Home screen and unlocks the device with your fingerprint.
Lightning® connector: Used for charging iPad or connecting iPad to another device.
Mail icon: Opens the app for sending and receiving emails.
Messages icon: Opens the app for sending and receiving iMessages® and text messages.
Microphone: Built-in microphone used for calls and voice commands.
Nano SIM card slot: Insert or remove your nano SIM card here.
Safari® icon: Opens the browser for exploring the internet.
Speaker: Used to play sounds on iPad.
Speaker: Used to play sounds on iPad.
Top button: Press to lock or unlock the touchscreen. Hold down to turn iPad on or off.
Touchscreen: Used to navigate iPad.
Volume buttons: Adjusts the volume on iPad.
