Upload Files into JupyterHub Using an iPad

Questions

  • How do I upload a file into JupyterHub from an iPad?
  • How do I use a Jupyter notebook provided by a faculty member on my iPad?
  • How do I download a Jupyter notebook to my iPad in Safari?
  • The iPad added a ".txt" ending to my file. How do I remove it?
  • How do I rename an uploaded file in JupyterHub?
  • How do I run an uploaded notebook and choose the right kernel?

Environment

This article applies to Bowdoin students, faculty, and staff who use JupyterHub on an iPad. You might want to use a Jupyter notebook provided by a faculty member or another source and are curious how to do that from an iPad.

Resolution

Step 1: Download a file to the iPad

  1. Using the Safari web browser on the iPad, go to the web page that has the Jupyter notebook (or other file) on it.
  2. Click and hold on the link to the file (hold your finger on it) until a pop-up menu appears.
  3. Select Download Linked File. The file is now downloaded to your iPad.

Step 2: Upload the file into JupyterHub

  1. Log in to JupyterHub.
  2. Click the Up arrow at the top of the page, above the file listings, located between the folder icon and the refresh icon.
  3. Select Browse.
  4. You should see a list of the files that have been downloaded to your iPad. Click on the one you wish to upload.
  5. The file should now upload.
Note: Sometimes the iPad adds a ".txt" ending to the file, which must be removed before the file will run. If you have a two-button mouse attached, you can right-click and select Rename. Otherwise, double-click on the file to open it, then choose File, then Rename File from the menu. Click in the text field, remove the ".txt" ending, then click the blue Rename button. The file should then be ready to use. Double-click it to run it, and select the appropriate kernel if asked, then click the blue Set Kernel button (or Select button if shown instead). For example, if this is a SageMath Jupyter notebook, select SageMath, then Set Kernel. The notebook should now run.

Additional Help

If you need further assistance, you have several options:

  • Bowdoin Bot: Chat with Bowdoin Bot directly from any KB page for instant answers.
  • Phone: Call the Bowdoin College Service Desk at (207) 725-3030.
  • In person: Visit the Tech Hub in Smith Union during business hours.
  • Submit a ticket: Request assistance through the Service Catalog.
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