Whether you’re having issues with a particular charging cable, multiple cables/chargers, or intermittent trouble, follow along for 6 solutions to fix an iPad that won’t juice up normally. Below we’ll cover the most common issues that can keep your iPad from charging as designed. Make sure your iPad isn’t overheated or too cold 32º to 95º F is the ambient temperature range suited for iPad Try charging with the reverse side of the Lightning or USB-C cable that you normally use with a power adapter plugged into a wall outlet you’re certain is working Apple says you may need to leave it plugged in for 30 minutes, but you’ll normally see if it’s charging within 5-10 minutes of being plugged in If it’s still not charging, try a second cable/power adapter if you have one and/or a different outlet Check the Lightning or USB-C port for build-up or debris Use a magnifying glass or an iPhone camera if you need help seeing inside the port be careful removing it as the charging pins can be damaged – gently using a plastic dental pick can be effective
iPad Says “Not Charging” When It Is Plugged In
The “Not Charging” message usually shows up when you connect your iPad to a computer. For instance, there may be some dirt or debris in the charging port on the bottom of your device preventing your device make proper contact with the cable.
How to fix your iPhone that won’t charge properly Try another power socket or try plug it into your computer to see if that makes any difference. If you were already charging from your computer, try to plug it into another USB port. Try blowing (strongly) air into your device’s charging port.
Simply restart your iPad by pressing and holding the side button until you see the red slider. You can alternatively go to Settings > General > Shut Down (if your device is running iOS 11 and later)
Simply go to Settings > General > Software Update.
“Not Charging” Message iPad
If the iPad is connected to a computer or to an iPhone charger, it may happen that Not Charging shows up. It often happens that dust and dirt end up in the socket of the iPad or iPhone.
If the cable is not officially from Apple, it can happen that after an update the iPad can no longer charge. A solution that almost always solves the problem is to connect the original iPad charger.
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How to fix an iPad that won’t charge
Don’t worry—fixing it could be as simple as trying a new charging cable or restarting your device. Look for wear and tear, like bends or fraying, on your charging cable. If it breaks, visit our store or make an appointment to get a quick repair by trained experts.
Check the charging port on the bottom of your device and follow these steps to clean it out.
To turn it back on, press and hold the Top button until the Apple® logo appears. To turn it back on, press and hold the Top button until the Apple logo appears.
If that didn’t work, you can also try a hard reset on your iPad (also known as a force restart).
How to Fix an iPad That Won’t Charge or Charges Slowly
Your laptop or desktop computer may not output enough power to charge your iPad, especially if it is an older PC. This can result in the iPad not charging or losing more power than it is gaining.
If you have an iPad Pro, the iPhone charger takes even longer to bring it up to 100 percent. Make sure the tablet doesn’t have a software problem by rebooting the iPad. If the iPad doesn’t charge through the electrical outlet, you may have a problem with the cable or the adapter. If plugging in a new cable doesn’t work, there may be a problem with the charging port. If you use small tweezers, turn off the iPad before attempting to dislodge materials and avoid touching the sides of the port. You can also take your iPad to an Apple Store and have someone from there perform the cleaning.
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A DFU restore erases and reloads all the code on your iPad to its factory defaults. Ultimately, a DFU restore will help us fix a very deep software problem which could be the reason why your iPad is not charging.
Please use this video to enter DFU-mode and restore the iPad ONLY if instructed by the technology coordinator.
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