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A number of apps all of a sudden need reinstalling. What could be the cause and how do I reinstall all the apps? Symbol shown on the app icons looks like a cloud.

A number of apps all of a sudden need reinstalling. What could be the cause and how do I reinstall all the apps? Symbol shown on the app icons looks like a cloud.

Posted on Aug 19, 2020 1:22 AM

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Posted on Aug 19, 2020 1:33 AM

It means that the app is offloaded. Read more: How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

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A number of apps all of a sudden need reinstalling. What could be the cause and how do I reinstall all the apps? Symbol shown on the app icons looks like a cloud.

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