How do I prevent my iPad from turning on when charging?

how do i make my ipad stay off when i plug it up to charge it?



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iPad, iPadOS 26

Posted on Feb 23, 2026 9:37 AM

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Posted on Feb 23, 2026 9:56 AM

By design, if the iPad has been shut-down, it will automatically restart when connected to a source of external power. Should you wish to do so, the iPad can be manually shut-down while it is connected to its Power Adapter; the iPad will continue to charge while in this state.


However, if power is interrupted, or the Power Adapter is disconnected and reconnected, the iPad will automatically restart.


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Feb 23, 2026 9:56 AM in response to Mommajj75

By design, if the iPad has been shut-down, it will automatically restart when connected to a source of external power. Should you wish to do so, the iPad can be manually shut-down while it is connected to its Power Adapter; the iPad will continue to charge while in this state.


However, if power is interrupted, or the Power Adapter is disconnected and reconnected, the iPad will automatically restart.


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