Performed correctly, assuming that the physical buttons of your iPad are fully functional, your iPad will restart. The sequence and timing of button presses are critical.
Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)
If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:
- Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
- Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
- Press and hold the top button; do not release the top button until...
- When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.
You may have to hold the top button for 10-15 seconds. Ignore the Power-off slider when it appears on the screen.

Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)
- Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time; do not release either button until...
- When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.
You may have to hold both buttons for 10-15 seconds. Ignore the Power-off slider when it appears on the screen.
