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iPad won't charge

Apple: “If the battery in your iPad doesn't charge or charges slowly, learn what to do.”

iPad · 4 steps, in Apple's order

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  1. 1

    Use the right cable and power source

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    • Connect your iPad to a USB charging cable (preferably the cable that came with your iPad).
    • Plug the cable into one of these power sources:
    • A USB power adapter that’s plugged into a working power source. It's best to use the USB power adapter that came with your iPad.
    • 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
    • A compatible Magic Keyboard that is connected to a working power source

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  2. 2

    Try a different adapter or cable

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    • Use a different power adapter or a different charging cable.

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  3. 3

    Not too hot or cold

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    • Make sure that your iPad isn't too hot or too cold. Keep your iPad within acceptable operating temperatures.

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  4. 4

    Force your iPad to restart

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    • If your iPad still won't charge, force it to restart.
    • 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.

    Apple: If your iPad won't charge ↗

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