Numbers files getting removed from iPad completely

Hi, it’s the second time it happens and basically all my numbers sheet just disappeared and are not in recent deletes. Like if they were completely removed from my iPad without even me doing anything

iPad, iPadOS 16

Posted on Jun 14, 2023 10:11 AM

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Jun 16, 2023 07:33 AM in response to nassim09

Hi nassim09,


To save and access Numbers spreadsheets on your iPad, do you have iCloud Drive enabled? This will keep Numbers documents up to date on all devices you use with the same Apple ID. To learn more about how iCloud Drive works with your iPad and Numbers, follow the steps below:

1. Tap Settings on your Home screen, then do one of the following:

* If you’re already signed in: Tap your name at the top of Settings.

* If you’re not signed in with an Apple ID: Tap “Sign in to your iPad” and enter your Apple ID, or request an Apple ID, then sign in. Follow any instructions to authenticate.

* Important: If you forget your Apple ID or its password, you can recover it on the Apple ID website. Though you can have more than one Apple ID, it’s not recommended. Purchases made using one Apple ID can’t be merged with those made using another Apple ID.

2. Tap iCloud, then scroll down and turn on iCloud Drive.
3. Scroll down, then turn on Numbers.

This setting allows Numbers to store spreadsheets in iCloud Drive.

When iCloud is turned off for Numbers on this device, edits you make or new spreadsheets that you create aren’t saved in iCloud Drive. Spreadsheets that are newly created or changed on other devices or on your computer aren’t available in Numbers on this device.


This information is from Use iCloud with Numbers on iPad - Apple Support.


Kindest regards!


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