How to use your iPad for pattern transferring 📲 Turning off the touch function on iPad and using it as LightPad is easy and free!
Hello, my stitchy friends! 💜 Did you know that you can use your iPad as a Light Pad for pattern transferring? Yes you can! I always use it this way and in this video I will show how:
iOS has a "Guided Access" setting - this hidden feature lets you turn off the touch screen on any iPhone or iPad. It is disabled by default. So first, open the Settings app on your iPad, tap Accessibility, and scroll near the end of the list to select Guided Access. Turn it on, and you’re ready to start.
Now, open the app that you want to use on your device. I will open my black & white embroidery design in Procreate. First, make sure you have a proper size suitable for your needs.
Then, to lock your iPad to only use that app, press the power button three times in a row (the top-right button). That will open a small menu; choose Guided Access; tap the Options button, and disable touch entirely. Finally, add a passcode and you’re good to go.
Try tapping on your screen, and nothing will happen if you disabled all touch access. Your app will keep running in the background with anything you already started. Guided Access automatically disables notifications, incoming calls, and the Control Center, so the only thing visible will be the currently open app.
You can fix your fabric in place using sticky tape so it will not move while you are transferring your pattern. I like to use a Pilot Friction heating erasable gel pen. It disappears on heating from the iron or hair drier and I don’t need to wash my embroidery.
Now when you are done transferring to exit Guided Access and enable your touch screen again, press the power button three times then enter your passcode. Choose “End” on the left top side and then your device will be back to normal.
I hope you liked this tutorial and it was useful for you. If you tried this method please let me know in the comments below. Also, please let me know what is your favourite method for pattern transferring. Let’s discuss it!
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