You’ve just purchased an iPad and are curious about how to turn it on or off. While this may seem daunting for beginners, it’s actually quite simple with the right steps. This guide will show you how to turn on or off any iPad model, including the original iPad, Mini, Air, and Pro models. Let’s get started without delay!
Turning Off iPad Without a Home Button
Before Apple relocated Touch ID to the top button or introduced Face ID to its tablet lineup, powering off an iPad was as simple as pressing the top button. However, this changed with iPads that lack a Home Button. On these devices, you can press and hold the Top button to activate Siri or make purchases (only on iPads with Touch ID). Here’s how to power off an iPad with Face ID or Touch ID:
- Press and hold the Top button and one of the volume buttons at the same time.
- The “slide to power off” slider will appear on the screen.
- Swipe the slider to the right to power off your iPad with Face ID/Touch ID.
Turning Off iPad With a Home Button
For older iPad models with a Home Button that also functions as Touch ID, the Home Button serves multiple purposes such as unlocking the device, making purchases, returning to the Home Screen, or activating Siri. The Top button on these iPads is used as the Power button. Here’s how to power off older iPads with a Home button:
- Hold down the Top button until the power slider appears.
- Slide the slider to the right to shut down your iPad.
Alternative Methods to Power Off iPad (All Models)
1. Using the Settings App
Another quick way to turn off an iPad is by using the Settings app. You can power off your iPad from the Settings app regardless of whether your iPad has a Home button or not. Here’s how:
- Open the Settings app on your iPad and go to the General section.
- Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap “Shut Down.”
- Drag the power slider to the right to turn off the iPad.
2. Using Siri
If your iPad is running iPadOS 16.1 or later, you can use Siri to power it off, offering a hands-free option. This method also works for restarting your iPad or turning off an iPhone. Here’s how to do it:
- Activate Siri and say “Turn off my iPad” or “Power off my iPad.”
- Confirm your decision when prompted by saying “Yes” or tapping the “Power Off” button.
Turning On iPad (All models)
Turning on any iPad is straightforward: just press and hold the Power button until the Apple logo appears. Then, release the button, and the iPad will boot up. This process is identical for iPads, whether they have a Home Button or not.
That’s how you can power an iPad on or off. If you encounter any issues with your iPad, try turning it off and then back on. If you continue to experience issues, please don’t hesitate to contact us in the comments section below.
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