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Unable to delte files

I've copied a couple of files from the SAVED folder on my Garmin Dashcam to my iPad and when I now try to delete them I get the following error message:


Any suggestions on how to get rid of the files? iPad is on IOS 16.6.


PS I've also copied files from the UNSAVED folder from the Dashcam to the iPad and those can be deleted without any problems.

iPad (5th generation)

Posted on Aug 3, 2023 4:09 AM

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Posted on Aug 3, 2023 4:12 AM

Try a forced-restart of your iPad - as this will often clear an isolated software issue:


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.



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Aug 3, 2023 4:12 AM in response to johpo01

Try a forced-restart of your iPad - as this will often clear an isolated software issue:


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.



Unable to delte files

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