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iPad Mini, cannot delete apps, get the wiggle, but no (x)

I have an Apple iPad Mini with software v 12.5.5

Holding the app icon for 5 sec gets the wiggle but no (x).

Read the forum but when I tried to find restriction under the General menu but it isn't there


Please share where I can find the menu to change app restrictions.


Thanks in advance for your prompt answer.

iPad mini, iOS 12

Posted on Jun 29, 2022 6:39 PM

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Posted on Jun 29, 2022 7:45 PM

iOS 12 replaced Restrictions with Screen Time. Go to: Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Make sure Deleting Apps is marked Allow

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Jun 30, 2022 12:53 AM in response to Lroszkow

Expanding upon Lobsterghost1’s guidance…



If you are experiencing difficulties with removing Apps from your iPad, you need to check your ScreenTime restrictions:

Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps - ensure that this permission is set to Allow


How to delete apps on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch – Apple Support


Note that you have independent restrictions for installing, deleting or making in-App Purchases:


iPad Mini, cannot delete apps, get the wiggle, but no (x)

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