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Feb 1, 2022 · 2. Swipe the "slide to power off" button to the right when it appears on the screen. 3. After the iPad turns off, hold the power/lock button again until the Apple logo...
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- Use Settings to erase iPad
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When you delete data, it no longer appears in apps on iPad, but it isn’t erased from iPad storage. To permanently remove all of your content and settings from your iPad, erase (wipe) your iPad. For example, erase iPad before you sell it, trade it in, or give it away.
There are two ways to erase iPad: using Settings on your iPad, or connecting iPad to a computer with a USB cable and using the Finder or iTunes. The Settings method is the easiest. If you’re unable to open Settings, you need to connect iPad to a computer and use the Finder or iTunes.
•If you intend to sell your iPad, trade it in, or give it away, see the Apple Support article What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch for steps to take before erasing iPad.
•To save your content and settings, back up your iPad shortly before erasing it or when you’re given the option during the erase process. You can use the backup to later restore your data on a new iPhone or iPad.
•Have your iPad passcode ready. If you don’t remember it, see the Apple Support article If you forgot your iPad passcode.
•Have your Apple ID password ready. If you don’t remember it, see the Recover your Apple ID website.
1.Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad.
2.Do one of the following:
•Prepare your content and settings to transfer to a new iPad: Tap Get Started, then follow the onscreen instructions. When you finish, return to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad, then tap Erase All Content and Settings.
•Erase all of your data from iPad: Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
You can use a Mac or Windows PC to erase all data and settings from your iPad, restore iPad to factory settings, and install the latest version of iPadOS.
1.Connect your iPad to your computer with a USB or USB-C cable. You may also need an adapter. See Connect iPad and your computer with a cable.
2.Turn on your iPad.
3.Do one of the following:
•On a Mac (macOS 10.15 or later): Click the Finder icon in the Dock to open a Finder window, click the iPad button in the Finder sidebar (below Locations), click General at the top of the window, then click Restore iPad.
•On a Mac (macOS 10.14 or earlier) or a Windows PC: Make sure you have the latest version of iTunes (see the Apple Support article Update to the latest version of iTunes). Open iTunes, click the iPad button near the top left of the iTunes window, click Summary, then click Restore iPad.
Jan 9, 2024 · Press and hold the Home and Top buttons simultaneously until the recovery mode screen appears. For iPads without a Home button, quickly press and release the Volume Up button, then the Volume Down button, and then press and hold the Top button until the device begins to restart. Keep holding the Top button until the iPad goes into recovery mode.
Jan 23, 2024 · This guide explains exactly how to restore an iPad to factory settings, also known as a factory reset. An iPad restore is useful if you are planning to sell the device or if a software error is stopping you from using it. Follow our step-by-step instructions to find out everything you need to know!
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May 20, 2022 · Tap General. Scroll down and tap Transfer or Reset iPad. At the bottom of the page, tap the Reset button. This brings up the Reset screen with the following options: Reset All Settings – All settings—including network settings, the keyboard dictionary, location settings, privacy settings, and Apple Pay cards—are removed or reset to their defaults.
Mar 24, 2022 · Swipe down to the very bottom and tap on Reset. Tap Erase All Content and Settings, enter your passcode (if you have one) Tap Erase iPad, Tap Erase...
Mar 14, 2024 · Go to Settings > [your name] > Find My, tap Find My iPhone, then turn it off. Learn what to do for an unresponsive device or one that won't turn on. Get help if you forgot your passcode. Restore your device to factory settings. Open the Finder on your Mac, or open the Apple Devices app on your PC.
