iPad stuck on 'Wait a Minute' during data transfer

I have a iPad which I have decided to sell, I used the procedures to delegate all my personal data the iPad has been showing wait a minute for 2days and it


It is still not letting me open settings


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iPad Pro, iPadOS 18

Posted on Jan 15, 2025 06:33 AM

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Posted on Jan 15, 2025 06:51 AM

Begin with a forced-restart of your iPad:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.




Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.




After your iPad restarts - assuming that you have completed transfer of data from your old to new iPad - you should properly prepare your old iPad for disposal:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support



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Jan 15, 2025 06:51 AM in response to waverl

Begin with a forced-restart of your iPad:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.




Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.




After your iPad restarts - assuming that you have completed transfer of data from your old to new iPad - you should properly prepare your old iPad for disposal:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support



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