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iPad storage issue

Why is all my storage used up by ‘system’ and ‘other’? I can hardly use it because there is no room for apps or anything.

iPad, iOS 10

Posted on Aug 26, 2020 2:47 PM

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Posted on Aug 26, 2020 2:53 PM

If when looking at your data storage you see that the “other” category is consuming a disproportionate amount of space on your iPad, intervention may be necessary. This support page may be helpful in resolving the issue:

Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


I hope this information proves to be helpful in resolving the issue.

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Aug 26, 2020 2:53 PM in response to Therocket47

If when looking at your data storage you see that the “other” category is consuming a disproportionate amount of space on your iPad, intervention may be necessary. This support page may be helpful in resolving the issue:

Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


I hope this information proves to be helpful in resolving the issue.

iPad storage issue

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