Having trouble with your iPad Pro swipe function not working? Learn how to troubleshoot a frozen screen in this article.
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Check Gesture Settings
To check the gesture settings on your iPad Pro, follow these steps:
1. Open the Settings app on your device.
2. Tap on “General” and then “Accessibility.”
3. Scroll down and select “Touch.”
4. Make sure that the “Swipe Gestures” option is turned on.
If the swipe function is still not working after checking the gesture settings, try restarting your iPad Pro by holding down the power button until the “Slide to Power Off” option appears. Slide to turn off your device, then turn it back on after a few seconds.
If the screen is frozen and you are unable to access the settings, perform a hard reset by pressing and holding the power button and the home button simultaneously until the Apple logo appears.
Restart Your Device
If restarting your iPad Pro does not fix the problem, you may need to force restart the device. To force restart an iPad Pro, quickly press and release the volume up button, then quickly press and release the volume down button. Finally, press and hold the power button until the Apple logo appears. This may help unfreeze the screen and restore the swipe function.
If the issue persists after restarting or force restarting your iPad Pro, it may be necessary to update the software. Check for any available software updates by going to Settings > General > Software Update. If an update is available, download and install it to see if it resolves the problem with the swipe function.
Update iOS Software
To update the iOS software on your iPad Pro, follow these steps:
1. Connect your iPad Pro to a stable Wi-Fi network.
2. Go to Settings on your iPad Pro.
3. Tap on General.
4. Select Software Update.
5. If an update is available, tap Download and Install.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update process.
7. Once the update is complete, restart your iPad Pro and check if the swipe function is working properly.
Updating the iOS software can often resolve issues with frozen screens or unresponsive functions on your iPad Pro. If the problem persists after updating, you may need to contact Apple Support for further assistance.
Reset All Settings
- Open the Settings app on your iPad Pro.
- Scroll down and tap on General in the left-hand menu.
- Tap on Reset at the bottom of the General page.
- Select Reset All Settings and enter your passcode if prompted.
- Confirm the reset by tapping on Reset All Settings again.
- Your iPad Pro will restart and all settings will be restored to factory defaults.
FAQ
Why is my iPad not swiping up?
Your iPad may not be swiping up because of dust and debris on the screen. Try turning off your device and using a microfiber cloth to wipe down the screen with a mix of distilled water and 70% isopropyl alcohol.
How do I get my iPad screen to swipe up?
To get your iPad screen to swipe up, simply swipe up from the bottom edge of the screen to return to the Home Screen. Additionally, you can swipe down from the top-right corner to open Control Center and access various controls.
Why won’t my iPad swipe to unlock?
My iPad won’t swipe to unlock. Make sure to clean your hands and the device screen to remove any moisture or dirt that may be affecting the functionality.
Why can’t I swipe on my iPad keyboard?
cannot swipe on your iPad keyboard because the swipe feature is not activated by default. You will need to enable it in the keyboard settings in order to use it.
