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My iPad won’t seem to charge I’ve tried everything suggested

My iPad suddenly won’t charge I’ve tried two different cables. The same cable combos are working on all my other devices.

Posted on Dec 20, 2021 1:12 PM

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Posted on Dec 20, 2021 1:18 PM

If the iPad battery doesn't charge or charges slowly:


When your iPad is charging, you see a lightning bolt on the battery icon  in the status bar, or a large battery icon on your Lock screen.

If you don’t see the charging icons, follow these steps.


First, make sure that you’re using the right accessories


Connect your iPad to a USB charging cable (preferably the cable that came with your iPad). Then plug the cable into one of these power sources:

  • A USB power adapter that’s plugged into a working wall outlet. It's best to use the USB power adapter that came with your iPad. Learn more about Apple USB power adapters.
  • A USB port that supports USB 2 or later, on a computer that’s on and not in sleep mode.
  • A powered USB hub, docking station, or other Apple-certified accessory.


If your iPad still won’t charge, try these tips


  • Use a different power adapter or a different charging cable. If you don’t have those, contact Apple Support.
  • Make sure that your iPad isn't too hot or too cold. Learn about keeping your iPad within acceptable operating temperatures.
  • Force restart your iPad: 
  • For an iPad without a Home button: Press and quickly release the volume button closest to the top button. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button. Press and hold the top button until your iPad restarts.
  • For an iPad with a Home button: Press and hold both the top (or side) button and the Home button until you see the Apple logo.

Learn what to do if your iPad won’t turn on. 

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Dec 20, 2021 1:18 PM in response to Biguncle007

If the iPad battery doesn't charge or charges slowly:


When your iPad is charging, you see a lightning bolt on the battery icon  in the status bar, or a large battery icon on your Lock screen.

If you don’t see the charging icons, follow these steps.


First, make sure that you’re using the right accessories


Connect your iPad to a USB charging cable (preferably the cable that came with your iPad). Then plug the cable into one of these power sources:

  • A USB power adapter that’s plugged into a working wall outlet. It's best to use the USB power adapter that came with your iPad. Learn more about Apple USB power adapters.
  • A USB port that supports USB 2 or later, on a computer that’s on and not in sleep mode.
  • A powered USB hub, docking station, or other Apple-certified accessory.


If your iPad still won’t charge, try these tips


  • Use a different power adapter or a different charging cable. If you don’t have those, contact Apple Support.
  • Make sure that your iPad isn't too hot or too cold. Learn about keeping your iPad within acceptable operating temperatures.
  • Force restart your iPad: 
  • For an iPad without a Home button: Press and quickly release the volume button closest to the top button. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button. Press and hold the top button until your iPad restarts.
  • For an iPad with a Home button: Press and hold both the top (or side) button and the Home button until you see the Apple logo.

Learn what to do if your iPad won’t turn on. 

My iPad won’t seem to charge I’ve tried everything suggested

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