If lending your iPad to a child, you can ensure they stay in their game app by applying a passcode to the “Home” button:

  • Settings → General → Accessibility → Guided Access

Introduced in iOS 6, Guided Access mode allows a parent to limit an iOS device to one app by disabling the Home button, as well as optionally restrict touch input on certain areas of the screen.

References

  • , Joshua Rief, consideringapple.com, Dec 2 2012
  • , teachmeios.com, Nov 15 2012
  • , appsplayground.com, Oct 2 2012
  • , Josh Smith, gottabemobile.com, Octd 1 2012
  • , osxdaily.com, Sept 25 2012

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