how to download an App from iCloud when the App has greyed out button

I have iPhone 15 Pro Max. In upgrading my phone an import App SmartDrive was not copied over to the new phone. I have tried to download the App again but to no avail. When I find the App in the App Store it is shown with a greyed out button saying purchased. I cannot find a way to down load the App. Help!! This app controls the motor for my wheelchair.

iPhone 15 Pro Max

Posted on Dec 11, 2023 9:51 PM

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Dec 12, 2023 8:41 AM in response to Martin Fathers

If an app or feature on your device is not working, not appearing, or is restricted (grayed out), it may have been disabled using Screen Time, or by an IT administrator if you are using a device owned by an employer or educational institution.

- Read this support article If your Apple ID or other options are greyed out in Settings —> If your Apple ID is greyed out in Settings - Apple Support


Tap Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy > scroll to Allow Changes and turn on.


- If the device is managed (Settings > General > VPN & Device Management), contact the IT department that is doing the managing.


Dec 12, 2023 2:16 PM in response to Martin Fathers

I am wondering if you have already downloaded to the phone. If you used any of Apple's restore functions then it may have done that already. If you have purchased it, open the App Store app, click on your icon/image in the top right, then click on "purchased". It should show the list of apps you have purchased. You can "get" one not downloaded, and "open" ones that are.

Dec 12, 2023 12:58 PM in response to Limnos

Thank you for your comprehensive reply to my question.

i have tried the options you suggested and found that i have no restrictions - all settings are allow.

i am not sure if i have been clear in my question. I have purchased an App - SmartDrive MX2 which was working on my previous phone. I have upgraded to iPhone 15 pro max. The App was not downloaded to the new phone. When I search for the App on the App Store I see the App but I am presented with a button that says ‘purchased’ which is greyed out. I cannot find a way to re download this App.

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