Important note: <\/strong>Once you decide to factory reset your iPad, don\u2019t forget to back up your iPad data. Keep reading and learn how to back up iPad data later.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Since a factory reset will erase all your data, it\u2019s essential to back up your iPad first. You have two primary methods: iCloud or a computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Way 1. Using iCloud Backup<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Way 2. Using a Computer (iTunes or Finder)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n After backing up, you can proceed with confidence that your data is secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When backing up your iPad on a public Wi-Fi network, consider using a VPN to protect your data. A VPN like LightningX VPN<\/a> encrypts your internet connection with encryption protocols such as Shadowsocks, helping ensure that your backup remains secure from any potential threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Free to download and try, you are lucky if you are new to LightningX VPN. Ask for a refund within a 30-day guarantee time if you are dissatisfied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have found what issues happened to your iPad, take the following steps to correctly reset your iPad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A soft reset is essentially a restart. It\u2019s the least disruptive option and won\u2019t erase any data. It\u2019s suitable for resolving minor issues like sluggish performance or temporary bugs. To soft reset your iPad:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 1. Press and Hold the Power Button:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 2. Slide to Power Off Move the slider from left to right to turn off your iPad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 3. Wait a few seconds: Give it around 10 seconds to fully power off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 4. Turn it back on: Press and hold the Power button until you see the Apple logo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This method works for small glitches, like an app freezing or the iPad running slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your iPad is frozen or won\u2019t respond, try a force restart. This is stronger than a soft reset but still won\u2019t delete your data. Follow the steps to force reset your iPad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1. For iPads with a Home Button<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. For iPads Without a Home Button<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n After a force restart, your iPad should return to normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A factory reset is a full reset that erases everything on your iPad. This is useful if you\u2019re selling or giving it away or if you want a completely fresh start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 1. Open Settings: Go to the Settings on your iPad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 2. Go to General: Scroll down and tap on General.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 3. Find Reset Options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 4. Confirm Reset<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 5 Set Up Your iPad: Once done, your iPad will restart and display the \u201cHello\u201d screen as if it were a brand-new device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also perform a factory reset using a computer if your iPad is not responding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 1. Connect Your iPad to a Computer<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 2. Put Your iPad in Recovery Mode:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 3. Select Restore iPad: In iTunes or Finder, you\u2019ll see an option to \u201cRestore iPad\u201d. Click on it and follow the instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 4. Complete the Reset: The computer will download the latest iPadOS software and reinstall it on your iPad. Once done, the iPad will restart, and you\u2019ll see the setup screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you only want to reset specific settings without erasing everything, try these options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Resetting your iPad can solve many common issues and improve its performance. This post introduces three methods of how to reset iPad. 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