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[Appleton]

Just had an ipad2 for Christmas. I had the idea that it was a small computer and that I could write documents on a word processor, save them and send them as attatchments. Was I correct or not?

 

[Gabriel1]

Well, yes you can but you may want to get a keyboard to go with it, the onscreen keyboard is fine but I always go with a proper keyboard (I use the Apple wireless keyboard FWIW) for serious typing.

The Archangel

 

[leelai]

Hi and welcome to the Forum!

Regarding your question yes you are correct but you will need a word app to do it first. There are many apps and it's really a personal choice, but have a look at these 2 threads which will give you an overview of some of the apps available
http://www.ipadforums.net/new-member-introductions-site-assistance/22431-hi-all.html
http://www.ipadforums.net/iwork-forum/36629-office-app-comparison.html

The IPad Forum is a community of members from all walks of life and from all over the world coming together to share our experiences and to help each other learn about this wonderful piece of technology the Ipad. There is a wealth of information already here in the many threads we have so doing some searches will answer most of the questions you have. If then you cannot find the answer you are seeking then by all means post your question. There are many friendly and informed members here only too willing to help you.

We also have our own App - It is a very simple app to navigate.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/discussion-forum-for-ipad/id412896524?mt=8
Reading the IPad manual is a great place to start so please download a copy of these.
http://www.support.apple.com/manuals/ipad/
2 very informative threads from which you will learn many tips and shortcuts for the IPad.
http://www.ipadforums.net/ipad-general-discussions/21590-tips-tricks-those-us-who-dont-know.html
http://www.ipadforums.net/ipad-os/49581-ios5-tips-tricks.html
We have rules like any Community so please read these also
http://www.ipadforums.net/forum-rul...um-rules-everybody-please-read.html#post14697

Once again we welcome you here and are so pleased you have joined us!

Sent from my iPad using iPF

 

[skimonkey]

Another member receiving an iPad as a Xmas gift!! Welcome to the forum!! You are going to love playing with your iPad with games, emails, surfing the web etc! So much to do with it!
While I have used my laptop less since I purchased my iPad, I still find myself having to use my desktop for more advance tasks.

Enjoy your wonderful gift!