To first back up your iPad, connect it to Wi-Fi.

Then go to controls, choose your name at the top, and tap iCloud.

Next, hit iCloud Backup and choose Back Up Now.

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Ensure youre connected to your Wi-Fi until your iPad is done backing up.

Once your data is secure, you might safely factory reset your iPad.

Go to tweaks > General > Reset > Erase all Contents and tweaks to do that.

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Like the backup, factory resetting your machine requires an active internet connection.

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