For some, picking a wallpaper for youriPadis quite trivial - you just throw on one of the generic images, and you’re done with it. However, for others, it’s a much more emotional and involved process, which can be quite challenging - just as it is on theiPhone.
For some, iPad backgrounds are just there in the background, an essential but inconsequential part of the main screen. But for others, there is so much more. Your background can say quite a lot about you - your preferences, your style, what you value and what you find aesthetically pleasing.
But your own style and aesthetics are not the only factor in choosing your background, or the reason you’d want to pick another one. iPad wallpapers are also great indicators of the purpose of your device. You could set yourself separate main screens with separate wallpapers for everything you’re doing on your device - one for work, one for your hobbies, and one for just having fun and watching movies. It’s a great way of not only personalizing the iPad, but also creating separate spaces for different parts of your life. This division helps with work-life balance, and generally makes finishing projects - or simply resting and having fun - much less distracting and stressful.
iPad wallpapers are as diverse as iPad users. There are crazy, geometric shapes, photos of nature, sports backgrounds and incredible space vistas. You can pick and choose from thousands upon thousands of options, each more breathtaking than the last. We’ve browsed through quite a lot to bring you our selection of the best wallpapers - here they are, with the links to download them.
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Best winter wallpapers for iPad
Seasonal atmosphere on your tablet
Perfect for those who love the serene beauty of winter landscapes, these wallpapers feature snowy scenes, frosty forests, and cozy winter moments.
Best architectural wallpapers for iPad
A window to the world of architecture
This collection showcases stunning buildings, structures, and designs. Lighthouses and bridges are about as architectural as you can get.
Best floral wallpapers for iPad
A delight for nature lovers
These floral wallpapers bring the freshness and vibrancy of flowers right to your screen, offering a range of colors and designs from subtle to bold.
Best animal wallpapers for iPad
Add wildlife and natural beauty to your device
This assortment features adorable and majestic creatures from around the globe, including horses and camels.
Best urban wallpapers for iPad
Get the energy of the city
These wallpapers capture the essence of city life: towering skyscrapers, sparkling nightscapes, and urban landscapes.
Best landscape wallpapers for iPad
Nature’s wonders right on your screen
Offering breathtaking views of nature, this collection includes mountains, deserts, plains, and more.
Best sports wallpapers for iPad
A little athletic competition
Tailored for sports fans, these wallpapers feature various sports, from football to yoga.
Best night sky wallpapers for iPad
The cosmos at your fingertips
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For astronomy lovers, this selection showcases the beauty of the night sky, with stunning images of stars, galaxies, and celestial phenomena.
Best automotive wallpapers for iPad
Zooms in on the world of automobiles, showcasing a mix of sleek modern designs and charming retro classics.
Best art wallpapers for iPad
A touch of creativity and style
A treat for art aficionados, these wallpapers feature artistic creations ranging from classical to contemporary.
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How to save these wallpaper images to your iPad
All the images above would surely look great on your iPad, but to get them there, you need to save them first. Fortunately, it’s not a difficult thing. All you need to do is:
However, keep in mind that doing so will download the photos in a limited resolution. If you want to get them in the highest possible resolution, we’ve provided links to every photo in the galleries in order. If you follow them toUnsplashand download from there, you’ll be able to get them in much higher, crisper resolutions.
Before we get to the meat and potatoes - it’s good to remind you how you may actually change your wallpaper on the iPad. The process is incredibly simple, and you can customize much more than the background image in the meantime.
Picking a wallpaper to suit your aesthetics is hard enough, but each image should also come in a high enough resolution, so it doesn’t look pixelated on your tablet’s screen. In a perfect world, you’d want the image to be at least the size of your screen’s resolution, but if it is a little bit smaller, there is really no harm done. As a rule of thumb, images in FullHD (1920x1080) should be good enough, but the higher the resolution, the better and more flexible the pictures.
If you’re not sure what the resolution of your iPad’s screen is, here’s a quick reminder:
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