Turn on and set up iPad (2024)

FAQs

How do I setup my iPad for the first time? ›

If you have another iPhone or iPad with iOS 11, iPadOS 13, or later, you can use Quick Start to automatically set up your new device. Bring the two devices close together, then follow the onscreen instructions to securely copy many of your settings, preferences, and iCloud Keychain.

Turn iPad on or off (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button) If your iPad doesn't have the Home button, do the following: Turn on iPad: Press and hold the top button until the Apple logo appears. Turn off iPad: Simultaneously press and hold the top button and either volume button, then drag the slider.

You do not “need to”. There is no memory effect, no training of the batteries… Just use it as it is. Some say you need to keep your batteries between 20% - 80% charging levels.

The most common reason for an iPad not to turn on is a dead battery. But the problem could be more serious than that, including corrupted software or a hardware issue.

The Apple ID is not required in order to use the device. You will only need an Apple ID if you want to use iCloud or install apps. You can setup the device and use the native apps without an Apple ID.

If your iPad or iPad mini suddenly needs activation, it is likely you share an iCloud account. Using a device which has another iCloud account linked to it will cause iPad needing activation.

On a device with iOS or iPadOS 15 or later that is protected by Activation Lock, you see an "iPhone Locked to Owner" screen when you turn on or wake the device. Don't take ownership of any used iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch if it's protected by Activation Lock.

Whether you've secured the latest iPad Pro or preordered the newly announced 2022 iPad Air, Apple will walk you through most of the steps. However, don't breeze through those setup prompts too quickly.

How to transfer data from old iPad to new iPad? ›

Go back to Settings and tap General > Transfer or Reset [device] > Erase All Content and Settings. If you turned on Find My [device], you might need to enter your Apple ID and password. If your device uses eSIM, choose the option to erase your device and the eSIM profile when asked.

If your iPad screen is black and unresponsive, it may simply mean the device is turned off or has a dead battery. A black iPad screen may also indicate a software crash, which can usually be fixed by forcing it to restart.

- The first thing to try when your iPad is not charging is performing a hard reset. Press and hold the Home button and the power button at the same time until you see the Apple logo flash onto the center of the screen. Sometimes you'll need to hold both buttons for as long as 20 – 30 seconds.

If you have another device, you can use it to automatically set up your new device with Quick Start. If you don't have another device, tap Set Up Without Another Device. Here you can tap the blue accessibility button to set up Accessibility Options.

A general 15 minute set up and activation may work for an iPad with nothing beyond the basic. But download a few gig of apps and data that can take time depending on your connection speed. I don't use iCloud for my devices, I use iTunes, but it can still take a couple of hours to fully set up a new device from backup.

If you are using Quick Start to transfer data from an old iPad to a new one, the process may take up to two hours. iTunes Backup and Restore. If you are using iTunes, back up your iPad to a PC and then restore it to the new one.