Cleft for iPad: Transform your iPad into a powerful thought-capture workstation with enhanced screen real estate and multitasking capabilities.

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Overview

Cleft on iPad combines the mobility of iOS with the productivity of a larger screen. Perfect for meetings, research sessions, and creative work where you need to see more and do more.
Cleft on iPad - Full Interface

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iPad-Optimized Experience

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Enhanced Interface

  • Larger screen for easier reading and editing
  • Optimized layout that adapts to portrait and landscape
  • More content visible at once compared to iPhone
  • Better for longer recording sessions

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iPad Advantages

Bigger Display

See more of your notes and navigate easier

Keyboard Support

Full external keyboard support for editing

Apple Pencil

Use Apple Pencil for text input when editing notes

Comfortable Recording

Better ergonomics for extended use

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Keyboard Shortcuts

Pro Tip: Hold ⌘ key to see all available shortcuts in any screen

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Essential Shortcuts

  • ⌘ + N: New voice note
  • ⌘ + Shift + N: New text note
  • ⌘ + F: Search notes
  • ⌘ + R: Start/stop recording
  • ⌘ + S: Save current note
  • ⌘ + ,: Open settings
  • ⌘ + 1/2/3: Switch views
  • ⌘ + ↑/↓: Navigate notes
  • ⌘ + [/]: Previous/next note
  • Tab: Move between panels
  • Esc: Close current panel

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Recording on iPad

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Multiple Recording Options

  • Tap + button
  • Press ⌘ + N
  • Use Control Center
  • Apple Pencil double-tap (if configured)
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Enhanced Recording View

iPad shows more information while recording:
  • Large waveform display
  • Real-time transcription preview
  • Recording statistics
  • Quick access to settings
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Focus on Recording

  • Larger screen means easier controls
  • See more context while recording
  • Better visibility of recording status

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Apple Pencil Support

Apple Pencil works with Cleft for text input: When editing or creating text notes, you can use Apple Pencil with the standard iPadOS Scribble feature to write text that automatically converts to typed text. This is the same text input support available across all iPadOS apps.

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iPad Workflows

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Meeting Notes

  1. Place iPad on stand for stability
  2. Start recording with one tap
  3. Let Cleft capture everything
  4. Review and organize after

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Study Sessions

  1. Use iPad for extended recording
  2. Take advantage of larger battery
  3. Edit notes with keyboard
  4. Export when complete

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Creative Sessions

  1. Record brainstorming sessions
  2. Use Apple Pencil to annotate
  3. Organize ideas visually
  4. Share with team

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iPad-Specific Features

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Display Optimization

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Portrait Mode

  • Single column layout
  • Full-height note view
  • Floating action button
  • Optimized for reading

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Landscape Mode

  • Wider view for notes
  • Better keyboard positioning
  • Persistent navigation
  • Optimized for creation

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Tips for iPad Recording

iPad Recording Best Practices:
  • Use iPad stand for stable recording
  • Position 12-18 inches away for best audio
  • Enable Do Not Disturb for long sessions
  • Use AirPods for private recording in public

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File Management

Enhanced Files app integration:
  • Quick Look support
  • Share sheet extensions
  • Batch export options
  • iCloud Drive sync

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Performance Optimization

Get the Best from iPad:
  • Enable ProMotion for smooth scrolling (iPad Pro)
  • Use 120Hz refresh rate when available
  • Keep 2GB storage free for optimal performance
  • Close unused apps in Stage Manager
  • Update to latest iPadOS

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Troubleshooting

Common iPad Issues:Keyboard shortcuts not working?
  • Check keyboard is properly connected
  • Restart iPad if Bluetooth issues
  • Verify shortcut settings in Cleft
Split View problems?
  • Ensure Multitasking is enabled in Settings
  • Try rotating iPad to reset layout
Apple Pencil not responding?
  • Check Pencil battery and connection
  • Re-pair in Bluetooth settings