Likerestarting an iPad, resetting also helps when you run into issues.
This is why its a good idea to back up your iPad before you reset it.
How to Reset an iPad
Go to configs > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset.
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It will ask you for a confirmation, though.
As the name suggests, Reset All tweaks will reset everything on your iPad to its defaults.
This includes connection tweaks, the keyboard dictionary, location tweaks, privacy tweaks, and Apple Pay cards.
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It wont delete any data, though.
Resetting data pipe options will remove only your data pipe options.
This will rename your iPad to iPad, and manually trusted website certificates will be changed to untrusted.
It will also turn off cellular data.
When you reset connection parameters, all your previously used networks and VPN parameters are removed.
The Reset Keyboard Dictionary option will remove all the words youve added to your iPad.
Have you ever rejected a keyboard suggestion while typing on your iPad?
Every time you do that, you add a new word to the keyboard dictionary on your equipment.
Resetting this setting will erase all those words.
Tapping on the Reset Home Screen Layout will restore your home screen to its original state.
All apps will return to their default positions.
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