Can you reverse a software update?

Lots of things on my iPad Pro have changed since an update this week and now have glitches.

can any of it be set back to how it was?

also I posted a question about photo libraries at the weekend but cannot see how to get back to that thread?


iPad Pro, iPadOS 16

Posted on Jul 10, 2023 2:59 AM

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Jul 10, 2023 3:14 AM in response to BowieApple

Rolling-back to an earlier version of iOS/iPadOS is not possible.


All System Updates are digitally signed by Apple - and can only be installed whilst the digital signatures remain valid. After release of a new iOS/iPadOS version, the immediately preceding version continues to be digitally signed by Apple - however, usually within a few days, Apple will revoke the digital certificate with which the earlier version is signed.


If Apps no longer work properly following update to a more recent version of the OS, you’ll need to seek assistance from the related App Developer - as only they can resolve issues with their App.


How to contact an app developer - Apple Support


Perhaps consider that iOS/iPadOS updates include both functional and essential security updates. Restoring an earlier version of the OS would undermine the security of your device and your personal data. 


For information, Apple do invite submission of comments via its Product Feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:

Feedback - iPad - Apple

Jul 10, 2023 4:30 AM in response to BowieApple

The number of thumbnail images, shown vertically or horizontally, is determined by your installed version of iPadOS, your iPad model (specifically the screen size) and the zoom-level. By example, the current models of iPad Pro 12.9” will show Photo thumbnails, in Landscape orientation, in rows of 3, 9 or 37 icons.


Other than zooming in to the page of thumbnails to reduce the number of visible thumbnails - this being by discrete steps - there are no other controls.


Apple does invite submission of comments and feature requests via its product feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:

Feedback - iPad - Apple

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