my ipad froze using skype. I cant turn it off or close the app. What should I do?

I was using skype on my ipad when the screen froze. I can't close the app or turn my ipad off using the offbutton and the automatic shut down isnt working. Any suggestions?

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Posted on Sep 18, 2013 2:00 PM

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Sep 18, 2013 2:17 PM in response to pattifromne

Frozen or unresponsive iPad

Resolve these most common issues:

• Display remains black or blank

• Touch screen not responding

• Application unexpectedly closes or freezes

http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/assistant/ipad/


iPad Frozen, not responding, how to fix

http://appletoolbox.com/2012/07/ipad-frozen-not-responding-how-to-fix/


iPad Frozen? How to Force Quit an App, Reset or Restart Your iPad

http://ipadacademy.com/2010/11/ipad-frozen-how-to-force-quit-an-app-reset-or-res tart-your-ipad


Black or Blank Screen on iPad or iPhone

http://appletoolbox.com/2012/10/black-or-blank-screen-on-ipad-or-iphone/


What to Do When Your iPad Won't Turn On

http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/ss/What-To-Do-When-Your-Ipad-Wo-No t-Turn-On.htm


iOS: Not responding or does not turn on

http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3281


Home button not working or unresponsive, fix

http://appletoolbox.com/2013/04/home-button-not-working-or-unresponsive-fix/


Fixing an iPad Home Button

http://tinyurl.com/om6rd6u


iPad: Basic troubleshooting

http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3274


 Cheers, Tom 😉

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