How to Check Word Count on Your iPad: A Quick Guide

Learn how to easily find the word count on your iPad using the Pages app and Microsoft Word.

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To see word count on an iPad, open the document in the Pages app. Tap the 'More' button (three dots) in the top-right corner, and turn on 'Word Count.' The word count will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. For Microsoft Word, tap on the 'Review' tab and select 'Word Count.' This will show the word count and other details.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I check word count on other apps on iPad? Yes, many writing apps support a word count feature—check the settings or help section of the app.
  2. Is the word count the same on all devices? The word count can vary slightly between apps, but generally, they provide similar counts for the same text.
  3. How do I enable word count on Pages? Open your document in Pages, tap the 'More' button (three dots), and turn on 'Word Count' for visibility.
  4. What details are shown with word count in Microsoft Word? In Microsoft Word, you'll see the total word count along with other information like character count and paragraph count.