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Apple iPad Air (2022)
iPadOS 17
Connect to a Wi-Fi network
You can use Wi-Fi as an alternative to the mobile network when establishing an internet connection. This way your tablet doesn't use mobile data.
1. 1. Find "Wi-Fi"
Press Settings.
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Press Wi-Fi.
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2. 2. Turn on Wi-Fi.
Press the indicator next to "Wi-Fi" to turn on the function.
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3. 3. Connect to a Wi-Fi network
Press the required Wi-Fi network and key in the password for the Wi-Fi network.
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Press Join.
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4. 4. Return to the home screen
Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.
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