How to Reset an iPad

January 3, 2020

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How to Reset an iPad

How to reset an iPad using this step-by-step guide

Resetting an iPad can be a useful troubleshooting step for various issues or when preparing the device for a new user. There are different levels of resets, each serving a specific purpose. Let's explore the detailed steps for resetting an iPad, covering both soft resets and more comprehensive options.

1. Soft Reset (Force Restart):

- A soft reset, also known as a force restart, is a quick way to resolve minor glitches and unresponsiveness. For most iPad models, including the iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad, and iPad mini, follow these steps:

- Press and hold the Power (or Sleep/Wake) button located at the top or on the side of the iPad, together with the Home button (if your iPad has one) or the Volume Up or Down button (depending on the model).

- Continue holding both buttons until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen.

- Release the buttons and allow the iPad to restart.

- This process forces the device to reboot, often resolving issues caused by temporary software glitches.

2. Reset All Settings:

- If you're experiencing persistent problems that seem to be related to settings but don't want to erase your data, you can perform a "Reset All Settings." This option will revert system settings to their default values without affecting your apps, data, or media. Here's how to do it:

- Open the "Settings" app on your iPad.

- Navigate to "General" and then "Reset."

- Select "Reset All Settings."

- Enter your passcode if prompted.

- Confirm your choice. Your iPad will restart, and system settings will be reset.

- Note that this won't delete your apps or data, but you will need to reconfigure preferences like Wi-Fi passwords and wallpaper.

3. Erase All Content and Settings:

- For a more comprehensive reset, including the removal of all data and apps, you can choose to "Erase All Content and Settings." This is useful when preparing to sell or give away your iPad. Follow these steps:

- Go to "Settings" and then "General."

- Select "Reset."

- Choose "Erase All Content and Settings."

- Enter your passcode and confirm your choice.

- The iPad will prompt you for your Apple ID password to turn off Activation Lock.

- Once confirmed, the iPad will erase all content and settings and restart.

- Make sure to back up your data before performing this action, either through iCloud or iTunes, to avoid permanent data loss.

4. Factory Reset via iTunes:

- If your iPad is not responding or you're unable to access the settings, you can use iTunes on a computer to perform a factory reset. Follow these steps:

- Connect your iPad to a computer using a USB cable.

- Open iTunes (make sure it's the latest version).

- If prompted for a passcode or to "Trust This Computer," follow the on-screen instructions on your iPad.

- Locate your iPad in iTunes and select it.

- In the "Summary" tab, choose "Restore iPad."

- Confirm your choice, and iTunes will erase your device and install the latest iOS version.

- Set up your iPad as new or restore from a backup during the initial setup.

- Ensure you have a recent backup before performing a factory reset to recover your data afterward.

5. DFU (Device Firmware Update) Mode:

- DFU mode is a deeper restore state that allows the iPad to interface with iTunes without loading the iOS operating system. It's usually reserved for advanced troubleshooting. Here's how to put your iPad into DFU mode:

- Connect your iPad to a computer and open iTunes.

- Turn off your iPad.

- Press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds.

- While keeping the Power button pressed, also press and hold the Home (or Volume Down on iPad Pro) button for 10 seconds.

- Release the Power button but continue holding the Home (or Volume Down) button for about 5 seconds.

- If the screen remains black, your iPad is in DFU mode. iTunes will detect a device in recovery mode and offer the option to restore.

- Use DFU mode with caution, as it allows for significant changes to the iPad's firmware and can result in data loss.

In conclusion, resetting an iPad involves a variety of methods, ranging from soft resets for quick issue resolution to more comprehensive options like "Reset All Settings" or "Erase All Content and Settings" for addressing persistent problems or preparing the device for a new user. Always ensure you have a backup before performing any reset, especially those that involve erasing data. Choose the appropriate method based on the nature of the issue you're facing, and follow the steps carefully to achieve the desired outcome.

Believe me when I say, we understand how frustrating it is when you need to reset your iPad. Which is why we had to create this guide on how to do a soft and hard reset on your iPad. One of the defining features of the Apple brand is its security system. That’s why it is essential to save the user password that you created when you set up your iPad. But maybe you did not do so, and now you find yourself in a situation where you need to reset the system and start the configuration all over again. The first solution you find, the easiest, most comfortable, and most effective one, is to go to an Apple technical service, deliver the iPad, and wait for the specialists to do their job. The downside is that you will be without a tablet for several days, and if you need it to work, you will need to find a faster alternative too. In this article, we’ll offer you a guide to resetting your iPad using the various options that the same installed Apple applications allow you to do. Here are some of the solutions that work. Reset your iPad using iTunes. Many Apple users don’t know that iTunes isn’t just a music player. In addition to being able to listen to music, iTunes is also a powerful iOS reset tool, among other functions that it performs. To restore your iPad using this application, you must follow the following steps:

The first thing you must do is connect, for example, with your charging cable, the iPad to a desktop computer through one of the USB connections that the PC has.

Once the menu is displayed on the PC screen, open the iTunes application by clicking on the iTunes image that appears on the device.

The third step to completing it is to locate the menu that will be shown on the left side of the screen, where you will be offered a series of options to perform. Take your mouse to the "Summary" function and click.

Once inside the "Summary" option, you will see that another menu of options is displayed on the right side. Select "Restore iPad." Finally, click the "OK" button and the device will be reset. This will reset the iPad and allow you to access your device again.

Reset your iPad using iCloud. The second option is to use Apple’s storage cloud, iCloud. However, this option requires an Internet connection for the reset because the storage cloud only works inside the network. Another option Apple offers users is to use iCloud. This storage cloud can be very effective when it comes to solving problems with your iPad. Before you reset your iPad, it is a good idea to make a backup of all of your tablet files. Once you restore your system, anything you don’t have on file will be lost. Once the backup is made, make sure you have the "Find My iPad" option enabled. You will need it. As soon as you have all the prerequisites solved, you can start with the reset process, which we explain in this little guide:

The first step is to access iCloud from your desktop computer. You will have to login into iCloud from your desktop computer by entering your Apple ID and your password.

Once inside, a menu of options will be displayed. You should find the mentioned "Find my iPad" option. In the menu, click "Search".

When you click "Search," you’ll be presented with an option that says "all devices," so go inside and find your iPad. To view a larger version of the iPad image, click on it.

You are now managing the options that will allow you to restore the system. Select the third tab, where it says "Delete iPad".

The last step is to confirm the action "Delete iPad." This will delete all the content on your tablet, including the lock screen, so you can enter your device directly.

To recover all the data that has been deleted by resetting the iPad, you must restore your backup. Do this with the most recent one, looking at the date and time of the backup in question, and you’ll be sure you haven’t lost any files or photos. Reset an iPad without a password. It may also be the case that you don’t have access to iTunes or iCloud because you simply don’t use these applications. That’s why we’re going to add a third option to reset your iPad. This option will be performed without using any Apple applications you already have installed, but rather using applications developed by third-party companies. These apps are called "unlockers." These programmes are designed to work more efficiently than Apple applications. You can easily find them on the Internet; some of them are free, and they usually work in a very similar way, so we can create a simple guide to use them.

On the internet, you will easily find a compatible unlocked or re-setter for your iPad. Download it and install it on your PC.

Once you have installed the program, connect your iPad to your PC using the same charging cable, which we recommend is always an original Apple cable, because it will avoid connection errors to the USB port provided by your PC.

It is time to start the installed programme and make it work. Generally, this type of programme will ask you to download an online file from the internet so you can do the work and reset it correctly.

You have already downloaded the online file required for the firmware to work, so, once you have done all the operations, you will only have to search for the option that allows you to reset the device, and the same programme will do everything.

Once the whole reset process is complete, you can go into your iPad again without having to include a password, as all functions are reset to the factory settings. Don’t forget to restore the backup you made so that, once you create a new password, you will be able to recover all your saved files before performing the reset.

Reset the iPad without iTunes from the Settings App. This method is used when your device is running smoothly without any issues. Without the need for a third-party app, you can do this with the iPad's built-in Settings App by following the steps below:

Tap on the Settings app on the iPad.

Scroll to the "General Menu" and click on it.

After the "General Menu" opens, scroll down and click the "Reset" option.

In the pop-up list, click on "Erase all Content and Settings."

Key in the preset passcode and your iPad will reset to factory defaults within a few minutes.

How to Factory Reset the iPad without Passcode or iTunes by Using a Third-Party Tool like iMyFone Umate Pro Sometimes, it might feel tedious to perform the reset with iTunes due to some glitches that might occur during the process. The iMyFone Umate Pro is a third-party tool that has been built to replace iTunes. It is capable of performing the same functions as iTunes. Some of the basic features of the app are listed below.

iPad factory reset without passcode and iTunes You can reset the iPad without using a passcode or iTunes.

Wipe iOS data permanently: It can erase all the data without the chance of recovery on your iPad, including hidden junk files like caches, cookies, temporary files, corrupted files, and crash logs.

Preview and erase private iOS data selectively. It allows you to preview and select the files and data that you want to delete.

It saves time and energy and can perform the iPad factory reset within a few minutes with only three steps.

The three steps involved are listed below. Firstly, make sure that the "Find my iPhone/iPad" feature is turned off on your iPad.

Install Umate Pro iPhone Data Eraser on your computer. Run Umate Pro and connect your iPad to your computer through a USB cable.

Select the erase mode. "Erase All Data."

Erase all your iPad data. Remember that it is 100% unrecoverable.

When should you use a factory reset? Be careful with the use of factory settings. Use factory settings when any of the following happens.

The iPad freezes and you can’t perform any basic activities like checking your social media platforms or even taking a photo.

When your iPad is not running at its peak speed, it leaves you with issues to resolve.

Virus attack: your iPad might not work properly when attacked by a virus, leaving you with no option other than to use the factory reset option.

If you need to resell your phone, then it is important to wipe off the phone to safeguard your privacy.

If you need to restart your phone and wipe your iPad's personal data,

Final thoughts These are the most effective solutions you have for resetting and re-configuring your iPad by yourself. However, if your iPad is still not working correctly, you may want to bring it in for our expert team to take a look at! Also, did you know we have a call-out service? Yes, that’s right, we will come to your home or place of work to fix your iPad.

How to Reset an iPad

FAQs:

1. How do I perform a soft reset or force restart on my iPad?

To force restart your iPad, press and hold the Power (or Sleep/Wake) button and the Home button (or Volume Up/Down button, depending on the model) simultaneously. Keep holding them until the Apple logo appears. This process helps resolve minor glitches and unresponsiveness.

2. What is the difference between "Reset All Settings" and "Erase All Content and Settings" on an iPad?

"Reset All Settings" reverts your iPad's system settings to their default values without deleting your apps or data. It's a useful troubleshooting step. On the other hand, "Erase All Content and Settings" wipes all data and apps, returning the iPad to its factory state. This option is suitable when preparing to sell the device or experiencing persistent issues.

3. Can I reset my iPad without losing my apps and data?

Yes, you can perform a "Reset All Settings" to revert system settings to default without losing apps or data. However, if you're facing more serious issues, a comprehensive backup followed by a factory reset might be necessary. Always ensure you have a recent backup before initiating any reset.

4. How do I factory reset my iPad using iTunes?

Connect your iPad to a computer with iTunes installed. Open iTunes and select your device. In the "Summary" tab, choose "Restore iPad." Confirm your choice, and iTunes will erase your device, installing the latest iOS version. Set up your iPad as new or restore from a backup during the initial setup.

5. When should I use DFU mode to reset my iPad?

DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode is typically used for advanced troubleshooting. If your iPad is unresponsive and standard resets don't work, or if you need to downgrade iOS firmware, you might use DFU mode. However, it's a powerful mode that can result in data loss, so it should be approached with caution. Follow specific instructions to put your iPad into DFU mode and restore it using iTunes.