The delete option is not coming up when a tap and hold an app icon. How can I delete this app?

The delete option is not coming up when a tap and hold an app icon. How can I delete this app?

iPad Pro 11-inch Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on May 27, 2021 5:43 AM

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Posted on May 27, 2021 5:45 AM

Not all Apps can be deleted. For those that can, If you are experiencing difficulties with removing these Apps from your iPad, you need to check your ScreenTime restrictions:

Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps - ensure that this permission is set to Allow


How to delete apps on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch – Apple Support

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May 27, 2021 5:45 AM in response to Nanny95

Not all Apps can be deleted. For those that can, If you are experiencing difficulties with removing these Apps from your iPad, you need to check your ScreenTime restrictions:

Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps - ensure that this permission is set to Allow


How to delete apps on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch – Apple Support

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