how do i connect two airpods to my iPad

Hey TriciaL2286,

We understand you need help pairing your AirPods to your iPad. We'd be happy to help out. While you cannot connect to two different pairs at the same time, you can select which one you're paired to once they're set up on your iPad.

For help with getting them paired, check out these steps best equipped to assist:

Pair AirPods with your iPad

1. On iPad, go to Settings  > Bluetooth, then turn on Bluetooth.

2. Go to the Home Screen on your iPad.

3. Do one of the following:

* AirPods (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation) and AirPods Pro: Open the case with your AirPods inside, then hold it next to your iPad.

* AirPods Max: Take your AirPods Max out of the Smart Case, then hold AirPods Max next to your iPad.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions, then tap Done.

Note: If onscreen instructions for pairing your AirPods Max don’t appear, go to Settings > Bluetooth, then select your AirPods Max. If the status light doesn’t flash white on AirPods Max, press and hold the noise control button until it does.

Your AirPods are automatically paired with all of your supported devices where you’re signed in with the same Apple ID (iOS 10, iPadOS 13, macOS 10.12, watchOS 3, or later required).

Note: If you can’t pair your AirPods, see the Apple Support article If your AirPods won’t connect.

This is outlined further here: Use AirPods with iPad - Apple Support

We hope this helps out.

Take care!