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to erase everything on my ipad air 2...will the operating system remain

I am preparing to sell my ipad but need to erase everything on it first. Do I just reset? Also I want to retain the operating system. Thank you

iPad 2

Posted on Aug 31, 2020 10:46 AM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2020 10:50 AM

See the instructions in the following. The operating system and built-in apps will remain. What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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Aug 31, 2020 10:50 AM in response to cissie53

See the instructions in the following. The operating system and built-in apps will remain. What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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to erase everything on my ipad air 2...will the operating system remain

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