My 99 year old mom used her new iPad to read books from her library app. She has low vision and is having trouble seeing/entering the pass code. Is there a way that we can do away with the passcode on the iPad. There is no sensitive info on it.
Yes.
Settings Face ID (or Touch ID depending on the device) and Passcode.
Select “Turn off passcode”.
Yes.
Settings Face ID (or Touch ID depending on the device) and Passcode.
Select “Turn off passcode”.
It would probably be easier for her to simply look at the screen and open the iPad with her face. Assuming her iPad is eligible, you can find instructions to set it up here:
Use Face ID on your iPhone or iPad Pro - Apple Support
This is out of the box thinking but I have something else you may want to look into. My Dad had low vision problems. The Library of Congress has a special program for eligible people with low vision. They provided my Dad with the free listening device and access to recorded books. He happily listened to 2 books a week until the last week of his life. The device is designed for people with low vision and very easy to use. They would send my Dad a catalog and he was able to order what he wanted - for free. You may want to check it out. I’ve posted the link below. But your local library should also have details on this program. It’s pretty wonderful.
Just did the same on a Kindle for her. I haven't seen her new iPad yet but was wondering if it would be similar. Thanks for the quick response, Tim! (My husband was 3rd Marine Div., 2/9 '70-'72)
2nd Mar Div., 3/6 ‘82-‘85.
Semper Fi!
Thanks so much, Carol! She will probably be moving to audio books in a few months. Really appreciate the your help and suggestions.
I will show him! That's awesome! Thank you for helping to keeping us safe...:-)
Remove pass code to open iPad
