How to Force Restart the Device on iPad / iPad Air

Follow these simple steps to force restart the device on your iPad / iPad Air. Each step is one action — nice and easy.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1

   If your iPad has no Home button: press and release volume up, then volume down, then hold the top button.

2. 2

   If your iPad has a Home button: hold both the Home button and top button together until the Apple logo appears.

3. 3

   Release when you see the logo.

4. 4

   Wait for it to restart.

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