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Connecting Scotland
Connecting Scotland

Connecting Scotland is a Scottish Government initiative managed by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations. Find out more

Basics on how to use the device

Step-by-step information on how to use a keyboard, a mouse and a touchscreen.

Remember that devices need to be charged regularly - there is a battery display on the homescreen, so you can check how much power is left.

Click on the links below to see details on specifically using an iPad or a Chromebook

Using an ipad

Getting started with your new iPad How to use Safari web browser on your iPad Written resources: Top 10 tips for new iPad users – an overview on how to look after and use an iPad

Using a Chromebook

Before you get started, you may also find it helpful to try the Chromebook simulator. This lets you explore how to use a Chromebook. This video talks you through your Chromebook’s on screen features: