Ctrl for iPad
#316,633 of 726,479 by ratings on Apple · #13,904 of 36,471 in Productivity
First seen by this census 09/05/2026 — the store does not publish a creation date
Last updated 05/22/2026
Tracked since 09/05/2026
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Category: Productivity
Description
- All in One
Build, Edit and Run. All from one interface
With Ctrl there's no need to ever leave the app. Create workspaces quickly, make changes in realtime and be ready to run your workspace all with a tap of a few buttons.
- Mix and Match
Trigger multiple commands using multiple protocols
Build advanced interfaces with the flexible rules and command system. Trigger remote devices using MIDI, OSC, HTTP, TCP and UDP or mix them to control multiple device types.
Playback audio locally and video over HDMI and AirPlay.
- Share
Work between device multiple devices with ease
Why limit yourself to one device? Easily import and export workspaces and share between devices with file sharing and AirDrop support.
- Customise
Make Ctrl your own with custom control palettes
Design colour palettes for your workspaces that match specifications
Use the in-app palette builder or access pre-built styles online
Set custom images or logos to suit your interface
Set custom background images to make a completely unique interface design
Controls
- Buttons that allow control with single or multiple touches
- Sliders that allow control with a variable value output
- Steppers that allow variable control with set intervals
- Crossfaders that allow control with a variable value output
- Rotaries that allow control of rotation or parametric values
- Descriptors that allow for information to be added your workspace
- Custom built modules that control third party hardware & software
- And more
Control Protocols
- MIDI / Musical Instrument Digital Interface
- OSC / Open Sound Control
- HTTP / HTTP/1.1 Methods, Headers, Body
- TCP / Transmission Control Protocol
- UDP / User Datagram Protocol
- Audio Playback
- Video Playback
- sACN / Lighting Control [BETA]
API Methods
- MIDI
- OSC
- HTTP
This app is provided by default to download at no cost. This trial version is designed for users to test the basic functions of the application, production use is not supported. Outputting from Ctrl for iPad will be disabled after 5 minutes of use without a Lite, Core or Pro license.
If you are looking at Ctrl for iPad for a project or installation and want to try the full features of the app, contact our team through our website.
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History
Tracking since 09/05/2026. History accumulates as changes are observed — check back soon.