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lhdell Author

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How to delete photos from ipad temporarily

I can't update my ipad as my storage is eaten up by photos. Can I delete the photos just from my ipad (leaving them in the cloud to restore), do the update, then restore?

iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi

Posted on Jan 30, 2021 11:34 AM

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frazzm737

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Posted on Jan 30, 2021 12:13 PM

Yes, you could do that or a safer way would be to download them to your computer. You could then make copies and have them backed-up on your computer or external drive, just in case catastrophe strikes your iPad. I also back up the computer to an external drive, so that I always have a back-up of photos.... Check these links...

Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

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