How-To Guides
Get step-by-step instructions for all of your device needs. From alternative access to backing up your device, you'll find it all right here.
- Access Device Settings The Utilities folder contains your settings app, photos and camera apps, Dropbox, and more! Settings & Features
- Add an AssistiveTouch Virtual Home Button Add a virtual home button to your device using AssistiveTouch! Settings & Features
- Back Up Your Photos and Videos Back up your QuickTalker Freestyle's photos and videos following these steps using Dropbox or iCloud. Maintenance
- Change the Date and Time Manually Learn how to manually adjust the date and time on your device. Settings & Features
- Change Your Device Wallpaper Personalize the QuickTalker Freestyle by adding a quickBACKGROUND! Settings & Features
- Check Your Device's Management Status Check to see if your device is managed by AbleNet or if it's unlocked for your use. Maintenance
- Clean and Disinfect Your Device Clean your device to keep it working smoothly and disinfect it to stop the spread of germs with these tips. Maintenance
- Connect a Bluetooth Speaker Connect a Bluetooth speaker to your QuickTalker Freestyle for louder sound. Connectivity
- Connect Your Device to Wi-Fi Use these steps anytime to find your Wi-Fi settings! Connectivity
- Create a Child Apple Account Device users in Texas under the age of 18 need to create a Child Apple Account due to ASAA restrictions. Account
- Create a Dedicated QuickTalker Freestyle Apple Account Each device needs its own Apple Account and its own iCloud email address. Follow these steps to create them. Account
- Extend Your Device's Battery Life Take these steps to make sure your device's battery lasts the whole day. Maintenance
- Find Your Device's Serial Number Find your device's serial number either in settings or printed on your device. Maintenance
- Force Restart Your Device Force restart a device when it's unresponsive by following these instructions. Settings & Features
- Locate Your Device With Find My Use the Find My app or iCloud Find Devices to locate a missing or stolen QuickTalker Freestyle. Settings & Features
- Manage Your Trusted Phone Numbers Change or add a trusted phone number associated with your dedicated Apple Account. Account
- Manage Users in the QTF Manager App Add, edit, remove, or change a user's manager code in the QTF Manager app. Maintenance
- Record Your Screen With Your Voice Learn how to record your screen with a voiceover on the QuickTalker Freestyle. Settings & Features
- Recycle Your Device Recycle an older, inactive device for free at Apple or drop it off at Best Buy. Maintenance
- Remove or Reinstall the QTF Manager App Remove the QTF Manager app by following these steps and request a reinstall by submitting a form! Maintenance
- Request Ongoing Wi-Fi Access From Your District's IT Department Send a request to your school district's IT department for unrestricted access for your device. Connectivity
- Set Up Personal Voice Set up Personal Voice so that your device speaks in a familiar voice like a parent, sibling, or close friend. Settings & Features
- Set Up the QTF Manager App Open the QTF Manager app and set up your device code! Maintenance
- Set Up Your Passcode and Touch ID A passcode and Touch ID keep your device secure. Follow these steps to setup. Settings & Features
- Share a Screenshot or Photo Share a screenshot of your device with ableCARE or an SLP. Settings & Features
- Take a Screenshot Learn how to take a screenshot on your QuickTalker Freestyle! Settings & Features
- Turn Guided Access On or Off Guided Access keeps your speech app right where you need it. Learn how to turn it on and off. Settings & Features
- Turn Off Orientation Lock Allow your screen to rotate when you rotate the device by turning off Orientation Lock. Settings & Features
- Turn On and Adjust Hold Duration Prevent accidental selections by enabling hold duration in your iPadOS settings. Settings & Features
- Turn On Eye Tracking Turn on iPadOS Eye Tracking as an alternative access method for device users. Settings & Features
- Turn On Find My iPad Turn on Find My to keep your device trackable in case it gets lost or stolen. Connectivity
- Turn On Windowed Apps As of iPadOS 26, you can turn on windowed apps so they open in smaller windows instead of full screen. Settings & Features
- Update the Operating System Update your device's iPadOS by connecting to Wi-Fi. Maintenance
- Update the SCEP Certificate The SCEP security certificate needs to be updated every two years. It will update while you're connected to Wi-Fi. Maintenance
- Wipe Your Device Factory reset your device by following these steps. Maintenance
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