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Family sharing

I’m in a shared family storage plan, but it’s still saying I have no storage space on my iPad but there’s still 2TB of storage? I’m not sure if I did something wrong while joining. I already signed out then signed back in, but it’s still not letting me use the storage plan, there are only 3 other people in the family storage.

Posted on Jan 7, 2023 7:32 PM

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Posted on Jan 7, 2023 7:45 PM

royal172 Said:

"Family sharing: I’m in a shared family storage plan, but it’s still saying I have no storage space on my iPad but there’s still 2TB of storage? I’m not sure if I did something wrong while joining. I already signed out then signed back in, but it’s still not letting me use the storage plan, there are only 3 other people in the family storage."

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Troubleshooting iPad Storage:

Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support


So, what to do:

Clear Space:

Having little empty space can heat things up. So, here is what to perform...

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:


Also...

B. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.


Also...

C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storage named System Data (formerly called "Other"). It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time. Perform the same as instructed here, but on your iPad.: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip. Caches would be being used for remembrance of application use.

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Jan 7, 2023 7:45 PM in response to royal172

royal172 Said:

"Family sharing: I’m in a shared family storage plan, but it’s still saying I have no storage space on my iPad but there’s still 2TB of storage? I’m not sure if I did something wrong while joining. I already signed out then signed back in, but it’s still not letting me use the storage plan, there are only 3 other people in the family storage."

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Troubleshooting iPad Storage:

Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support


So, what to do:

Clear Space:

Having little empty space can heat things up. So, here is what to perform...

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:


Also...

B. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.


Also...

C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storage named System Data (formerly called "Other"). It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time. Perform the same as instructed here, but on your iPad.: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip. Caches would be being used for remembrance of application use.

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