iPad 7 64 gb required that I free up memory to install iPad OS 18 so I deleted almost all apps. If I were to restore from backup file will the new OS be overwritten too?
iPad, iPadOS 18
Restoring your iPad from a backup only restores data and device settings. Restoring from backup does not replace the installed version of iPadOS.
Restore all content to iPad from a backup - Apple Support
By contrast, restoring to factory settings will completely reset the iPad, erase all data - and replace the installed version of iPadOS with a fresh copy of the OS.
Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings using a computer - Apple Support
Restoring your iPad from a backup only restores data and device settings. Restoring from backup does not replace the installed version of iPadOS.
Restore all content to iPad from a backup - Apple Support
By contrast, restoring to factory settings will completely reset the iPad, erase all data - and replace the installed version of iPadOS with a fresh copy of the OS.
Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings using a computer - Apple Support
No, iPadOS 18 will remain on the iPad if you restore a backup
made with an earlier version of iPadOS.
Appreciated!
You're very welcome.
Will restoring an iPad backup overwrite a subsequent OS installed?
