You can use a mouse to open apps, go to the Home Screen, open Slide Over, and more (mouse devices sold separately).
Note: Not all mouse devices are fully compatible with all models of iPad.
Action
Description
Wake iPad. Click the mouse.
Or, if you’re using an external keyboard, press any key.
View Slide Over. Use the mouse to move the pointer past the right edge of the screen. To hide Slide Over, move the pointer past the right edge again.
Scroll left or right. Slide a finger left or right on the surface of the mouse.
Open search from the Home Screen. Swipe down on the surface of the mouse.