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Belle1221 Author

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Apps show "waiting" after transferring them from old to new iPad

This is after a transfer from an old iPad to a new one

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iPad, iPadOS 16

Posted on Apr 23, 2025 9:21 AM

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LotusPilot

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Posted on Apr 23, 2025 9:22 AM

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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Apps show "waiting" after transferring them from old to new iPad

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