One should frequently back up their iPad applications, settings or personal information saved in the iPad to prevent their loss incase the iPad breaks down or malfunctions in the future. One needs to know how to backup iPad apps to be able to restore the iPad after the devices software updates or after transferring data to another device with the help of iTunes to manage the back ups. One should first begin by installing the latest version of iTunes into the personal computer. The iTunes come with versions and each of the latest versions can support more apps compared to the predecessor. The iTunes help one manage all the apps back ups stored in the computer and any other data files in the iTunes with each sync of the iPad.
Using the USB cable that came with the iPad, connect on one side of the iPod and the other end to the personal computer and turn it on. The iPad can be located on the devices section of the iTunes on the left side of the panel. On the devices right click on the iPad and select on the back up menu, which will make it possible to set the iTunes to make an automatic back up when there is sync with iTunes. When backup is complete eject and disconnect the device having known how to backup iPad apps.