You can use Spotlight Search in iPadOS 26 to find apps, files, emails, web results, and system settings instantly. Let’s look at how to do this.
The Core Features
- Universal Search: Swipe down on the Home Screen to search everywhere at once.
- Quick Actions: Type system commands like “Airplane Mode” or “Turn on Do Not Disturb” to toggle them without digging through menus.
- Web & Knowledge: Use the search bar for unit conversions, currency exchange, math calculations, and stock tracking.
Built-in App Search
- Safari: Find words on a long web page by typing your search term in the address bar, scrolling to the bottom of the suggestions, and tapping Find on this page.
- Visual Intelligence: Use the camera to capture an object and search the web for it, or circle items on your screen to find them on Google.
Customizing Search
To tailor which apps and results appear when you use Spotlight:
Open Settings > Search.
- Scroll down and select the app you want to adjust.
- Toggle Show App in Search or Show Content in Search on or off.
