iPad Storage
My storage is nearly full. My apps, photos and such are minimal. However, the category “Other” is huge. What is “Other”, and how do I clean it out?
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The Apple Support Community will permanently close on November 20, 2026. Starting today, the site will no longer accept new posts and is available in a read-only state.
You can continue to find trusted guidance and support on the official Apple Support site.
We want to thank the community members who have contributed their time and expertise to help others with their Apple products.
My storage is nearly full. My apps, photos and such are minimal. However, the category “Other” is huge. What is “Other”, and how do I clean it out?
iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi
Other is a collection of system and temporary files that over time can grow. The best way to reduce other is to backup your iPad, then restore it from backup.
You can do a restore from iCloud or from using your computer and iTunes.
Use this link as your guide: Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support
iPad Storage