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keso55
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4 years ago
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Getting files with no wifi connection on Ipad

First of all, I am NOT a very knowledgeable computer person so bear with me. I have a Wifi only Ipad. After I download files am I able to access my files if I am in an area with no wifi connection?  ...
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    4 years ago
    keso55 wrote:

    I have a Wifi only Ipad. After I download files am I able to access my files if I am in an area with no wifi connection?  

    If you mark a file as available offline while your iPad has an Internet connection, the file will be downloaded to the device and you'll be able to open it when you're not connected.

     

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Rich
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4 years ago
keso55 wrote:

I have a Wifi only Ipad. After I download files am I able to access my files if I am in an area with no wifi connection?  

If you mark a file as available offline while your iPad has an Internet connection, the file will be downloaded to the device and you'll be able to open it when you're not connected.

 

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keso55
Explorer | Level 3
4 years ago

Thank you for responding I think I have it now. Appreciate your help. I know something else will pop up someday

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