What is this for ?
Just like a normal computer uses applications, iPads use what are called “Apps”.  These are programs that you download from the “App Store”.  Follow these instructions to find out how.

1. Open the App store app

Tap on the App Store icon to access the App Store.

2. Tap the Search bar (1) in the top right corner to search for the app you wish to download. In this example it is Adobe Reader. Tap Search (2) to confirm your search.

The App Store is a virtual storefront where Apple-approved applications, or "apps" may be downloaded for use on an iOS device.

3. Locate the application you were searching for. Tap on Free or the price and then tap the icon (which now reads Install App) a second time to confirm that you wish to download it. If the app has a price, performing this action will bill your iTunes account.

This screen shows search results, and we can see the app we searched for.

4. Enter your Apple ID password (1), and tap OK (2). Click here if you can’t remember your password

5. The app will now begin to download. You can watch its progress indicated by a translucent sector diagram on the app.

The app appears on the Home screen, and a sector diagram indicates download progress.