How do I create 2 instances of the same app on iPad?

You need to explore multitasking.

Key to accessing and controlling multi-tasking is the small “three-dot” button that is found at the top-centre edge of each App Window. Tap the multitasking button at the top of the slide-over window to expose a menu - from which you can change the window view - and/or open an additional App within the same view.

More information about using multi-tasking can be found in this support page:

Use multitasking on your iPad - Apple Support

The iPad User Guide is also a rich source of information about using iPad and its many features. The Guide is available both online using a web browser (such as Safari), or as an Apple Books download:

iPad User Guide - Apple Support

You would be well advised to ensure that your iPad has been updated to the most recent version of iPadOS - this being iPadOS 17.4 for recent models of iPad and iPad Pro.

For information, here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by the older models of iPad (for simplicity - “generations” are shortened to a number) that are restricted in their ability to be updated:

32-bit devices (obsolete)

iPad1 - iOS 5.1.1

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular)

iPad4 - iOS 10.3.3 (WiFi Only), iOS 10.3.4 (WiFi & Cellular)

64-bit devices

iPad Air1*, iPad mini2 and iPad mini3* - iOS 12.5.7

iPad Air2, iPad mini4 - iPadOS 15.8.2

iPad5, iPad Pro (9.7"/12.9" first generation) - iPadOS 16.7.6

(*) obsolete

Newer models are all able to be updated to the current version - iPadOS 17.4

• iPad Pro 12.9" (2nd generation and later)
• iPad Pro 11" (1st generation and later)
• iPad Pro 10.5"
• iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
• iPad (6th generation and later)
• iPad mini (5th generation and later)

If your iPad is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update, in some circumstances you may need to use a computer to perform the update*. To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Finder - Apple Support

(*) If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

NotEntirelyDim1 wrote:

"Thank you. Now all I have to figure out how to get Files the Dock. Can't even get a shortcut for Files on the desktop. e.g. Can't easily locate the executable & just creat a shortcut.

Clearly, there's much I don't know about using the iPad OS. It seems its methods for accomplishing what would be simple tasks on a Windows computer are more intertwined with the UI & Apps. e.g. Files seem to be under the control of apps instead of the OS.

It will take a lot of getting used to."

Some replies appear to have been removed from this tread. To address your latest response seen before its disappearance...

It isn't strictly necessary to start with the Files icon to the dock - but for illustration purposes, it is easier to start with an App easily accessible from the iPad Dock.

To add an App to the Dock, touch and hold the app icon that you want to move; all your app icons start jiggling. Drag the App icon to the Dock and the release your finger. Tap an empty area of the Home Screen to finish.

Be aware that the Dock has model-defined limits on the number of Apps that can be added; if the Dock is already full, you may need to remove an App from the Dock before you can move another to it.

You should note that you can only drag Apps to the left-side of the dock separator; the three App icons to the right of the separator are dynamic.

Given your need to learn more, I strongly recommend that you review the iPad User Guide - this being a rich source of frequently overlooked information about your iPad and iPadOS. The Guide is available online using a web browser (such as Safari):

iPad User Guide - Apple Support

The Tips App, installed by default on most models of iPad, provides a brief introduction - and leads you to the User Guide. In case you missed it, here is a link to the Tips App:

https://apps.apple.com/app/tips/id1069509450

Apple also has a huge YouTube Channel - containing videos and feature guidance:

https://www.youtube.com/user/Apple