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The normal process to close apps is not working

I am able to swipe to see a preview of all my apps open, but cannot swipe up to close them. This issue started yesterday.

iPad, iPadOS 17

Posted on Jan 30, 2024 6:26 AM

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Posted on Jan 30, 2024 6:29 AM

Force restart your iPad and try again.

Force restart iPad - Apple Support

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Jan 30, 2024 6:29 AM in response to KJ-94-GR

Force restart your iPad and try again.

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Jan 30, 2024 9:41 AM in response to Mac Jim ID

Thanks for the tip. It worked great!

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