Q: Trying to figure out why my iPad keeps shutting down.

Hi frenchies60,

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities! I'm sorry to hear you are having these issues with your iPad. If you continue to have issues with your iPad unexpectedly shutting down or restarting, you may find the troubleshooting steps outlined in the following article helpful, up to and including contacting Apple Support directly if necessary:

If your iOS device restarts or displays the Apple logo unexpectedly - Apple Support

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