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My iPad storage is mostly full of “other”, how do I get rid of it? I have restarted it, completely cleared it, & it is still there.
iPad, iPadOS 14
Try clearing your Safari cache, Messages & Mail attachments, and reinstalling your apps. These can free up the cache that builds up over time into the “Other” storage.
These support pages may be helpful to you:
Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
What is "Other" and What Can I Do About I… - Apple Community
My device is not functioning properly because it is full. Less than 5 photos are on here now and information appear to disappear. What can I do?
My iPad storage is mostly full of “other”
