When you find your iPad Pro is low on battery power, you place your tablet on the charger as usual. But, much to your disappointment, your device won’t charge at all …
And that is what prompted you to look into possible solutions to fix an iPad Pro that won’t charge. Take a breath, buddy! The cause of the problem can be several (for example, a faulty cable or a software error).
Let’s get it broken down!
iPad Pro won’t charge? Try these solutions
- Force close all apps and let iPad charge quietly
- Force restart your device
- Clean the charging port
- Charge your device from a wall outlet.
- Error getting an accessory not certified? Check your cable
- Update the software on your iPad Pro
Note. All of the solutions mentioned below are applicable to any iPad. So, no matter what iPadOS device you have, you can try them out to fix the problem.
1. Force close all apps and let iPad charge quietly.
First things first, let your iPad Pro charge in complete peace of mind. I mean take a break from streaming videos, listening to music, or opening apps while the device is charging. Also, turn off location tracking as it is known to consume a lot of power. This solution sounds funny, but from a practical standpoint, it really helps speed up charging. So there should be nothing wrong with trying this.
To kill an iPad app, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to the middle. Then swipe up on the app card to close it.
To turn off location tracking, go to Settings → Privacy → Location Services. Then turn off the switch. Now try charging your device as usual to see if you’ve fixed the iPad not charging.
2. Force restart the device.
Yes, this is the same little trick that we recall whenever our device encounters some common problems such as crashing apps or freezing the touchscreen. Give it a try, as it also knows how to fix the charging issue.
On an iPad Pro with a Home button: Press and hold the Top button and the Home button at the same time until the Apple logo appears.
IPad Pro with Face ID: Press the volume up button, then press the volume down button. After that, press and hold the top button until you see the Apple logo on the screen.
3. Clean the charging port.
While it’s hard to believe, debris turns out to be the hidden culprit preventing iPhone and iPad from charging in many cases. I suggest you clean the charging port.
This could very well be the answer to this charging mess. Turn off your tablet first. Then use a regular toothpick to gently remove any fluff that might be stuck in the hole.
4. Charge the device from the wall outlet.
Another trick you should try is using an outlet. In comparison, it can charge iPad faster and more efficiently. So, plug your USB charging cable into your USB power adapter. Then plug the adapter into the wall to start charging. Now lock your iPad screen and wait 10-15 minutes. Then check if the device starts to charge.
Notes:
- When using a wall outlet, make sure there is a secure connection between your charging cable, USB wall adapter and wall outlet / AC power cord.
- When you charge iPad through a computer, connect the charging cable to a USB 2.0 / 3.0 port, making sure the computer is not in sleep mode. Make sure not to use USB ports on your keyboard. Connect the cable to a powered USB hub or certified docking station.
5. Error getting an accessory not certified? Check your cable
While the “Accessory Not Certified” popup mostly appears when using duplicate or fake cables, these are not the only reasons.
For example, a pop-up window may appear if the cable is damaged or not properly connected to the device, or if something is preventing the cable from connecting correctly to the port (such as lint or debris).
So, make sure the charging cable and USB adapter are not damaged. Broken or bent pins may be to blame.
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6. Update the software on the iPad Pro.
While it’s always best to keep your device up to date, never before has an iOS software update seemed so irreplaceable – especially since it seems like the only answer to many problems these days. So hopefully the solution to this problem can also be hidden inside a software update.
To update your iPad, go to Settings → General → Software Update. Then follow the instructions on the screen.
Helpful hints …
From what I’ve experienced, charging problem usually occurs for three main reasons:
- Accidental crash: In most cases, this can be dealt with by a forced restart.
- Faulty / duplicate chargers: It goes without saying that faulty and duplicate chargers are the main culprits for charging problems. From a safety point of view, it is always best to use a certified charger.
- Software error: sometimes the device cannot be charged normally but faulty software. As stated above, updating your software is the best way to get rid of such errors.
So which of our tricks helped you fix your iPad charging problem? If you have any other questions, ask them! Feel free to share your thoughts and feedback with us in the comments section.
