How to transfer files from old iPad to new iPad?

These support pages should get you started with setup of your new iPad - and the methods of transferring your data from old to new iPad:

Set up your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

Transfer data from your previous iOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Use Quick Start to transfer data to a new iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If the donor iPad, from which you are transferring your data precedes iOS12.4, QuickStart will not be available.

“Transfer” is rather a misnomer. In reality, your data and setup is merely cloned to the new device. Nothing is moved or removed from the original device.

An alternative is to restore either an iCloud or iTunes backup to the new device:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch – Apple Support

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support

Apps are not directly transferred between devices. For Apps, the transfer process creates a record of the Apps that are installed on the donor iPad - and it is this record of installed Apps that is transferred to the target (new) device. For Apps that are still available for download from the App Store, the corresponding Apps are automatically downloaded and installed from the App Store.

If you need assistance, you can make an appointment for the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) here:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

GCCDELA wrote:

Transfer files from old iPad to new iPad

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Transferring files from an old iPad to a new one is straightforward, and there are several ways to do it. Here are the main methods:

1. Quick Start with iCloud Backup

• Step 1: Place your old and new iPads next to each other, both connected to Wi-Fi and plugged in.
• Step 2: On your new iPad, turn it on and select your language. When the Quick Start screen appears, you’ll see the option to use your Apple ID to set up your new device. Make sure your old iPad is nearby to confirm the transfer.
• Step 3: After confirming, select “Transfer from iPad” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process. You may be prompted to use Face ID or Touch ID.
• Step 4: After setup, your data, apps, and settings will transfer automatically.

2. iCloud Backup and Restore

• Step 1: On your old iPad, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup and tap Back Up Now to make a current backup.
• Step 2: Turn on your new iPad, and when prompted, choose Restore from iCloud Backup during setup.
• Step 3: Sign in with your Apple ID, choose the most recent backup, and let it restore. This process may take some time, depending on the backup size.

3. Transfer Using iTunes or Finder (Mac or PC)

• Step 1: Connect your old iPad to your computer. On a Mac with macOS Catalina or later, open Finder. On a PC or Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier, open iTunes.
• Step 2: Select your iPad, and click Back Up Now under “Backups.”
• Step 3: After the backup completes, connect your new iPad to the computer.
• Step 4: During setup, select Restore from Mac or PC, choose the backup, and let it transfer the data to your new iPad.

4. AirDrop for Individual Files

• For smaller file transfers (like photos or documents), you can use AirDrop.
• Open the file you want to transfer, tap the Share icon, and select AirDrop.
• Choose your new iPad from the list of nearby devices, and accept the file transfer.

5. Using Third-Party Apps

• For specific file types, cloud storage apps like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive can make it easy to move files.
• Upload files from the old iPad to the app, then download them onto the new iPad from the same app.

After transferring, check to make sure all files and settings are correctly in place. If anything is missing, re-sync using iCloud or the other methods above to ensure a complete transfer.