How do I back up files on my iPad to a USB thumbdrkve

How do I back up files on my iPad to a USB thumb drive?


Posted on May 27, 2022 11:00 AM

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Posted on May 28, 2022 10:21 AM

Hello photo31man,



If you're looking to make a full backup of the iPad, the available options will be to back up to iCloud or to a computer. This page helps to go over them: Back up iPad - Apple Support


If you're just looking to instead connect the USB drive to manage some files between the iPad and the USB drive, you can first find info on connecting the drive here: Connect external storage devices to iPad - Apple Support


This page has some info on using the Files app that may help: Use the Files app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


Note that you may long press on a file in the app to select options like Copy/Move/etc.



Cheers.

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May 28, 2022 10:21 AM in response to photo31man

Hello photo31man,



If you're looking to make a full backup of the iPad, the available options will be to back up to iCloud or to a computer. This page helps to go over them: Back up iPad - Apple Support


If you're just looking to instead connect the USB drive to manage some files between the iPad and the USB drive, you can first find info on connecting the drive here: Connect external storage devices to iPad - Apple Support


This page has some info on using the Files app that may help: Use the Files app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


Note that you may long press on a file in the app to select options like Copy/Move/etc.



Cheers.

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