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Do you have an app that refuses to update or a new app that is stuck in the middle of the download? This is actually fairly common and there are a number of reasons why an app might get stuck in the downloading phase.
Most of the time it is either an authentication problem, which means the App Store is having a hard time figuring out who you are, or there is a problem with another app or piece of content that the iPad is trying to download and the app is just waiting in line. And on some rare occasions, the iPad just forgets about the app. But don't worry, if you do have this problem, these steps should fix it.
Tap the App as If to Launch It
We'll start out with the iPad simply forgetting about the app. How does this happen? Sometimes, a download will stall out due to a poor connection or similar reason, so make sure you have a good connection to the Internet. You can tell the iPad to start downloading the app again by simply trying to launch the app. When you tap on an app that is in the 'waiting to download' stage, the iPad will try to download it.
Check for Pending Downloads in iTunes
If tapping on the app didn't solve the problem, you can check to see if there is anything in line ahead of the app. A frequent problem that causes apps to stop updating is when a song, book, movie or similar piece of content gets stuck downloading. If you are a frequent visitor to iBooks, check to see if any books are currently downloading and tap them to ensure that they continue downloading.
You should also visit the iTunes Store app on your iPad to check for pending downloads. In the iTunes app, tap the Purchased tab. Movies will be sorted by the most recent. Music and TV Shows have a 'Recent Purchases' link at the top that can be used to check for any pending downloads. Again, simply tap the item to tell your iPad to continue downloading it.
Reboot the iPad
After checking the most common reasons for an app not to update or download completely, it is time to go with the most popular troubleshooting step: reboot the device. Remember, it is not enough to simply suspend the device and wake it up again.
In order to give the iPad a full refresh, you will need to power off the device by holding down the sleep/wake button for several seconds and following the instructions on the screen. Once it is fully powered down, you can boot it back up by pressing the sleep/wake button again. This process will give the iPad a clean start and has a tendency to solve many problems.
Download a New App
It's possible for the iPad to get hung in the middle of the authentication process. This can keep the iPad from trying to authenticate with the iTunes store again, which in turn will freeze all downloads to your iPad. The easiest way to solve this issue is to download a new app, which will force the iPad to authenticate again. Try picking out a free app and installing it on the iPad. Once it installs, locate the original app that was stuck to see if it starts downloading.
Delete the App and Download It Again
Note that this step should not be tried if the app saves information that you want to keep, such as a note-taking app or a drawing app. Many of these apps save to the cloud, which means it is safe to delete, but if you have any doubts, you should skip this step.
If nothing else has worked but you are worried about the documents you've created in the app, you can connect your iPad to your PC and check iTunes on your PC to see if the documents are available for copying to your home computer.
If the app doesn't save information or if the information is saved to the cloud as with apps like Evernote, simply delete the app and redownload it from the App Store. You may need to sign into the app again once it is downloaded.
Sign out of Your Apple ID
If going through the authentication process by downloading an app doesn't work, sometimes simply logging out and logging back in will do the trick. You can sign out of your Apple ID by opening the iPad's settings, choosing iTunes & App Stores in the left-side menu and tapping where it displays your Apple ID. This will bring up a popup menu that will allow you to sign out. Once you are signed out, sign back into your Apple ID and try launching the app again.
Restart Your Wi-Fi router
While rare, it is possible for your router to be the root of the problem. This isn't intentional. Your router isn't mad at you or anything, but because it has a built-in firewall and manages multiple devices, it can get a little mixed up at times. Try powering down the Router and leave it off for a full minute before turning the router back on.
It normally takes a router a few minutes to power on and get connected to the internet again. Once all of the lights come back on, try signing in with your iPad and touching the app to see if the download process starts. Remember, you will be without internet access during this process, so if there are others in the house that are using the Internet, you should let them know.
Reset All Settings
The next trick in our arsenal is to reset the iPad's settings. Don't worry, this won't completely wipe your iPad, but because it clears settings, you will lose any settings previously customized. You will also need to sign back into websites that ordinarily remember your account settings. But other than clearing out your settings, this process will leave all of your apps, documents, music, movies, and data alone.
To reset your settings, go into the iPad's settings and choose General from the left-side menu. Next, scroll all the way down and tap Reset. On this screen, choose Reset All Settings. This will prompt you before continuing with the reset.
This is one of the most common cures for an app that is stuck during an update or an app that won't download completely, but because it can change any custom settings back to default, this step is saved for next-to-last.
Reset Your iPad
If clearing out the settings doesn't work, it is time to take a little bit more drastic action. The last trick is to completely reset the iPad. This wipes out your apps, data, music, etc. However, you can also restore these from a backup.
The basic process is like getting a new iPad or iPhone. Once it is wiped, you will go through the same process you went through when you first got the device, including signing into iCloud and choosing whether or not to restore from a backup. The end result is you should be able to complete this process and not lose any of your apps, music, movies or data. If you have ever upgraded your iPad or iPhone to a new device, you may be familiar with the end result.
But still, you should think about whether or not the app you are trying to update is worth it. You may be better off to simply delete the app and move on.
You can reset your device by going into Settings, choosing General, choosing Reset and then choosing Erase All Content and Settings.
Getting your first iPhone or iPad is just the beginning. Thousands of developers have made over a million apps and games that can totally transform the device your holding in your hands. With each new app it can become your constant Facebook friend, your gateway to Snapchat, a tool to learn new languages, a way to brush up on math or science, your ticket to car services, a personal scanner, a way to edit documents on the go and, of course, an incredible portable gaming console. All you need to do is get started!
How to search for apps in the App Store
Though the App Store is getting a facelift with iOS 11, you still search for apps the exact same way:
- Launch the App Store.
- Tap the magnifying glass on the bottom right of your screen.
Type in your search query and tap the search button.
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And away you go.
How to download apps and games from the App Store
Once you've searched for the app you want, it's time to download and install it.
- Tap the app or game you wish to purchase or download for free.
- Tap Get if it is free, or the price of the app if it is paid.
Place your finger on the Home button to activate Touch ID
How to update apps on iPhone and iPad
- Open the App Store app.
- Tap Updates on the bottom of the screen.
Tap the Update button next to an app or game that needs to be updated.
How to search for apps and games in the App Store in iOS 10 and older
The first thing you need to do is find the apps and games you want to add to your collection.
- Open the App Store app.
- Tap the Search icon at the bottom of the screen.
- Enter the app name that you are looking for.
Tap Search on your keyboard.
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Search by Top Charts
You can also just browse the app store for interesting apps. One way to find popular apps is by tapping Top Charts at the bottom of the screen, which shows a list of the top Paid, Free, and Grossing apps in the App Store.
Search by category
You can find trending and spotlighted apps by selecting a specific category. Tap Categories in the upper left corner of the App Store screen. Then, select a category to view popular and noted apps within it.
How to download apps and games from the App Store in iOS 10 and older
OK, So, you've found the perfect app or game, or maybe you just found something that looks interesting. Now it's time to download and install it on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap the app or game you wish to purchase or download for free.
- Tap Get if it is free, or the price of the app if it is paid.
Tap Install or Buy when the icon switches.
- Enter your Password or use Touch ID when prompted.
- Wait for the download to finish.
Press the Home button to go back to your device's Home screen.
Once the app or game download and installation is complete, it will appear on your Home screen. Tap it to open and begin using it.
How to update apps and games from the App Store
After a short time in the Apple ecosystem, you'll discover that a lot of apps and games get regular updates. Sometimes, they are fixing bugs and glitches, other times, they are adding new content. You can find out about apps that need updating in the App Store app.
- Open the App Store app.
- Tap Updates on the bottom of the screen.
Tap the Update button next to an app or game that needs to be updated.
The update works similar to downloading a new app or game. It will download and install onto your iPhone or iPad. When the installation is complete, you can tap the app or game to open and use it.
How to automatically download apps and games you buy on one device onto others
If you own more than one Apple device, like an iPhone and an iPad, or an iPad and an iPod touch, or all three, you can automatically download apps and games onto all of them if they are all under the same Apple ID. Well, you can't download iPad-only apps onto an iPhone or iPod touch, but that is the only restriction.
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap iTunes & App Store.
Under Automatic Downloads, tap Apps to toggle the switch on.
You can also turn on automatic downloads for music, iBooks, and audiobooks the same way.
How to automatically install apps and game updates
Apple gives you the option to have app updates take place automatically. That way, you don't have to keep checking to see what needs an update.
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap iTunes & App Store.
Under automatic downloads, tap Updates to toggle the switch on.
When enabled, app updates will automatically take place every day.
How to disable app updates over cellular
If you have concerns about using up too much of your cellular data, it is a very good idea to disable downloading updates over cellular, especially if you have automatic updates turned on.
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap iTunes & App Store.
Tap Use Cellular Data to toggle the switch off.
Anything else?
Do you have any questions about downloading apps and games from the App Store? If so, let us know in the comments section.
Updated October 2017: Updated with new steps for iOS 11.