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What to do if it just says loading, and not actually downloading the app

How to get an app to download after deleted. It just keeps saying loading


iPad Air 3, iPadOS 14

Posted on Sep 23, 2021 9:51 AM

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Posted on Sep 23, 2021 9:56 AM

Restart the iPad, and try again.


Check your payment method.


If there’s a white grid-like app icon showing somewhere, delete it (or try to delete it) and try again.


There’s a picture of that busted-app icon here: white grid app icon - Apple Community


And what Apple suggests here: If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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Sep 23, 2021 9:56 AM in response to Angrymama2021

Restart the iPad, and try again.


Check your payment method.


If there’s a white grid-like app icon showing somewhere, delete it (or try to delete it) and try again.


There’s a picture of that busted-app icon here: white grid app icon - Apple Community


And what Apple suggests here: If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

What to do if it just says loading, and not actually downloading the app

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