Delete iPad apps - how it works

If you no longer use certain apps on your iPad, you can delete them. We show you how to make space on your iPad.

iPad: delete and uninstall apps

On the iPad, you can delete any app that you have installed yourself. Since iOS 10, you can also uninstall a large number of the pre-installed apps. A new installation is possible at any time via the App Store.

1. Hold your finger on an app for about two seconds until all the apps start shaking.
2. Press the cross in the top left corner of the app.
3. A small window opens. Here, tap on "Delete".
4. With many game apps, you will be asked again if you want to save the saved games. Select either "Remove" or "Keep" there.
5. Note: Alternatively, you can delete the apps in the "Settings" app under "General" and "Use".

Delete pre-installed apps on the iPad

• Since iOS 10, you can also delete most of the pre-installed apps. These apps can also be downloaded from the App Store after deinstallation.
• If you use an iPad with an older iOS version, you can use other tricks. Either delete the pre-installed apps via a jailbreak or hide them via a gap in the system.

iPad: Apps cannot be deleted

• If you want to delete apps on your iPad, but they don't start to wiggle, this is due to a certain setting.
• First open the "Settings" app and select the "Restrictions" in the "General" category.
• If the restrictions are activated, you must deactivate the "Delete apps" option. Then try again.

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