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ipad storage problems

How do i free up space on my ipad? when i look in my total storage space the majority is used by something called “other”. I`ve tried to update my ipad and delete apps but everytime i delete an app which lets say takes up 200mb, no data is released and the ipad is still full. I have an icloud with plenty of space on it and everything that could be moved there has already been moved. Ive also tried to connect my ipad to my macbook but im not able to purge it through it.


40% is used by system

20% is used by photos mails etc.

and 40% is used by “other”

its an ipad 2 with 16 gb


How do i decrease the “other” size so i can download apps again?

Posted on Mar 13, 2021 1:28 AM

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User profile for user: LotusPilot
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Posted on Mar 13, 2021 1:52 AM

If your internal storage is full, your only option is to better manage the storage that you have - and delete unused Apps or unneeded data. 


These support pages should prove to be helpful:

What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? – Apple Support

Manage your iCloud storage – Apple Support

How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch – Apple Support

Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


“Offloading” Apps can be a helpful method of creating temporary space for the software update.

https://9to5mac.com/2020/01/21/how-to-offload-apps-in-ios-to-save-space-without-deleting-their-data/

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User profile for user: LotusPilot
LotusPilot
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Mar 13, 2021 1:52 AM in response to piphaha

If your internal storage is full, your only option is to better manage the storage that you have - and delete unused Apps or unneeded data. 


These support pages should prove to be helpful:

What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? – Apple Support

Manage your iCloud storage – Apple Support

How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch – Apple Support

Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


“Offloading” Apps can be a helpful method of creating temporary space for the software update.

https://9to5mac.com/2020/01/21/how-to-offload-apps-in-ios-to-save-space-without-deleting-their-data/

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User profile for user: Reiarked
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Mar 13, 2021 1:42 AM in response to piphaha

In this case, You should restore your device here are the steps here at https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204184. The system and other are occupying a lot of space than usual. And if there is junk mails and photos you should delete them. If problem persists please contact Apple Support at https://support.Apple.com

Also you can see this article How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch

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