how do i force a data update for iCloud on a device?

I am trying to view updates made to a pages file on a mobile device. The mobile device is NOT showing the changes made to the document. How can I force the update in info from iCloud? If I can not force an update how long does it take for changes made to show up on mobile devices?

Notes:

Pages file modified on iMac (with active wifi) saved to iCloud.

Modifications not showing on iPad (with active wifi) in pages iCloud files.

iMac pages file has been saved and closed. iPad still not showing modifications, which are extensive, after 20 min.

HELP! I NEED THESE UPDATES TO BE SEAMLESS!

I have restarted the iPad twice with no change in iCloud files list. What am I doing wrong?