So how can I get rid of Press home to unlock on my iPad?

[iMore Question]

All the explanations are for iPhones and not relevant to the iPad.

 

[Just_Me_D]

If available, go to Settings → General → Accessibility → Home Button, and then enable the toggle next to "Rest Finger to Open".

 

[SwitchBeach]

Note that these instructions will work if your iPad has Touch ID. If not, you will not have this option.