i cant get my ipad to restart or turn off

Start by connecting your iPad to its Power Adapter and allow the iPad to charge for at least an hour. This step is advised as a battery with very low charge, or is failing, may produce symptoms that emulate a boot loop.

If the problem fails to stabilise after an hour, whilst still connected to the Power Adapter, attempt a forced restart of the iPad:

Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
3. Press and hold the top button.
4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.

Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.

If iPad still doesn’t turn on, or if it gets stuck during start up, see the Apple Support article If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't turn on or is frozen. Or if your iPad isn’t working correctly after you restart it, see the iPad Support website.

If your iPad is stuck is actually stuck in a boot-loop, you’ll need to resolve this specific issue - which may entail “restoring” the most recent version of iPadOS to the iPad. This support page outlines restoration of an iPad to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

bristanley86 Said:

"i cant get my ipad to restart or turn off: my ipad has been blinking the apple sign and i cant get it to restart or anything. I attempted both the update and restore from itunes and nothing happened..is this thing beyond fixing?"

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Troubleshooting an iPad in a Boot Loop:

Your iPad might be stuck in a boot loop. This typically happens when you attempt an update, and it gets stalled in the process.  In relevance, refer to my User Tip: How to Fix an iPhone in a Boot Loop - Apple Support

1. Go Here: Apple Logo with Progress Bar After Updating or Restoring iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
2. As it Reads:

• If the update or restore never completes or your device is unresponsive, force your device to restart.
• If your device has been in this state for several hours, contact Apple Support.