Apps stuck waiting to download during a data transfer, on iPad Air

Apps read “waiting.” Are they downloading or not putting in msn password causing the problem?


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iPad Air, iPadOS 18

Posted on Jan 3, 2025 12:51 PM

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Posted on Jan 3, 2025 3:38 PM

Having transferred your data and settings to your new iPad, in rare circumstances the download and installation of associated Apps can appear to stall.


Try a long-touch (i.e., touch and hold) of any App that appears to be stuck; next select Prioritise Download. This will usually kick-start and complete the App installation process.

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Jan 3, 2025 3:38 PM in response to HyannisGuy

Having transferred your data and settings to your new iPad, in rare circumstances the download and installation of associated Apps can appear to stall.


Try a long-touch (i.e., touch and hold) of any App that appears to be stuck; next select Prioritise Download. This will usually kick-start and complete the App installation process.

Jan 30, 2025 3:50 AM in response to BCD912

BCD912 wrote:

Prioritise doesn't change anything. What to do?


Assuming that you actually have same problem as the Original Poster, try a forced-restart of your iPad:


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:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.




Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.


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Apps stuck waiting to download during a data transfer, on iPad Air

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