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Can’t delete apps

I am trying to get more storage by deleting my apps but I can’t because when I press delete app it just puts it in App Library and I can’t delete it from there ☹️🫤

Posted on Sep 24, 2023 10:57 PM

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LotusPilot

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Posted on Sep 25, 2023 7:28 AM

Start here:

Delete apps on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Assuming that your iPad is not centrally managed by an Educational Establishment or Business (as the device may be remotely managed) - if you are experiencing difficulties with adding, updating or removing Apps from your iPad, you’ll need to check your ScreenTime restrictions:

Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Adding Apps - set to Allow
Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps - set to Allow
Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > In-app Purchases - set to Allow

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