Empty cache iPad? Here’s how to get your tablet back up to top speed
Is your iPad getting slower by the day? Chances are your cache is overflowing. Time for digital spring cleaning! In this blog we explain what emptying the cache entails, why it makes your iPad faster and how you can do it yourself.
At ThePhoneLab, we call it a simple yet effective maintenance task – and trust us: you’ll notice a difference right away. Ready to give your iPad a boost?
In this blog, we discuss:
- What is the cache on your iPad?
- Clear Safari cache
- Empty app cache on your iPad
- Additional tips for cleaning up your iPad
- Need help with cache emptying?
What is the cache on your iPad?
The cache is a temporary storage area on your iPad. It stores data so that apps and websites can load faster. Think of images, Web pages or other content you view often.
Sounds convenient? It is – until the memory fills up. Then you notice that apps open slower, or the whole system feels sluggish. By emptying the cache, you give your iPad air again. Literally and figuratively.
Clear Safari cache
Do you use Safari a lot? Then this is the first place to clean up.
- Go to Settings > Safari
- Tap “Clear history and website data”
This deletes browsing history, cookies and other temporary data. The browser then feels fresh again like a newly installed app. Don’t see the option? Then there’s simply nothing to delete. Nice going!
Empty app cache on your iPad
Apps also store temporary data. And sometimes: a lot of data. You clear the app cache as follows:
- Go to Settings > General > iPad storage
- Wait for your iPad to run a scan
- See which apps use a lot of space
- Uninstall and reinstall the app if you want to clear the cache
Note that with some apps (such as Netflix or Spotify) you lose offline data such as downloads. But: you get speed in return.
Additional tips for cleaning up your iPad
Clearing the cache is a good start. But do you really want to get the most out of your iPad? Then also read our blog on cleaning up a slow iPad.
There you will learn, among other things, how to:
- disables background apps
- frees up space in storage
- disables animations for better performance
Need help with cache emptying?
Can’t figure it out or is your iPad still slow after clearing the cache? Then our specialists are ready for you in one of our stores. Feel free to walk in or schedule a free diagnosis right away.
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Also want to know how to clear the cache on your iPhone or MacBook? Then dive into our Knowledge Base for even more handy tips!
