Why does my iPad shut down in the middle of an operation?
WHy does my 2010 iPad shut down while I'm actively working? Please help. Thank you.
iPad, iOS 7
Is it plugged in to power?
Does it happen in the same app or different one's?
Seems more like a hardware problem 😠. EOL.
you could try these software stretches/hopes.
Re-boot ipad.
Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until a red slider appears, then drag the slider. Then press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the Apple logo appears. page 128 iPad user manual.
force power down if the above give you trouble.
Hold down both the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button. Ten seconds or more. Hold until the Apple logo appears.
more details on re-booting:
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Guide/ss/How-To-Reboot-Your-iPad-Power-Off.htm
Restore to factory settings by loading the latest version of ios that your machine will support:
Do a full backup of your device. Twice is best -- cloud and computer.
"You can use iTunes to restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to factory settings and the latest version of iOS."
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US
"You can put your iOS device into recovery mode, then restore it using iTunes.:
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201263
At last resort you could consider DFU (Device Firmware Update). This could void your warranty.