What Ilopad is
Ilopad has two parts:
- The server. It runs on your computer (Windows, macOS or Linux). It receives your touches and pencil strokes and moves the pointer, types keys and draws on the computer.
- The app. It runs on an iPhone or an iPad. You touch, draw and press buttons in the app.
The two parts talk over your Wi-Fi network or over a USB cable. The link is encrypted. It does not use the internet.
First steps
- Install the server on your computer. See How to install.
- Install the Ilopad app on the iPhone or iPad from the App Store.
- Connect the computer and the device to the same network.
- Open the app. Read the welcome screen and tap OK.
- Add a device to the server.
- Scan the QR code with the app. See Pair with the server.
- The app connects immediately.
The four modes
The app has four modes. In each mode, you use the device as a different input tool.
Pencil modeiPad and Apple Pencil. You see the computer screen on the iPad and draw on it.
Touchpad modeA trackpad. Move the pointer, click, drag and scroll with your fingers.
Pointer modeAim the device to move the pointer. Click and scroll with large buttons and strips.
Gamepad modeA game controller with sticks, buttons and triggers.
All chapters
ConnectionsAdd, pair again, rename and delete devices. Set the server name.
Connection problemsCommon errors and how to fix them.
Server settings and testsThe settings on the computer, and the screens that test input.
Files on your computerWhere the server keeps its settings and logs.
App settingsThe settings in the app for all modes and for each server.
App toolbar, buttons and overlaysShortcut buttons, overlays and your own multi-action buttons in pencil mode.