How to delete photos from iPad: 10 days of hot topics and operation guide
Recently, issues regarding iPad storage management and photo deletion have become hot topics. Many users reported that their devices were running out of storage space and needed to clean up their photos. This article will provide you with structured solutions based on the hot spots across the entire network in the past 10 days.
1. Statistics of hot topics in the past 10 days

| Ranking | topic | amount of discussion | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Not enough iPad storage space | 285,000 | Weibo, Zhihu |
| 2 | iOS photo management tips | 192,000 | Station B, Xiaohongshu |
| 3 | iCloud backup issues | 157,000 | Baidu Tieba |
| 4 | Photo recovery from accidental deletion | 123,000 | Douyin |
2. 5 ways to delete iPad photos
Method 1: Delete single sheet
1. Open the "Photos" app
2. Select the pictures you want to delete
3. Click the "Delete" icon in the lower right corner
4. Confirm the deletion operation
Method 2: Batch deletion
1. After entering the album, click "Select"
2. Swipe with your finger to select multiple photos
3. Click the "Delete" button
4. Confirm in the pop-up window
Method 3: Delete by time filter
| time range | Operation steps |
|---|---|
| Delete by year | Album→Year→Select→Delete |
| Delete by month | Album→Month→Select→Delete |
| Delete by day | Album→Day→Select→Delete |
Method 4: Manage via iCloud
1. Go to Settings→Apple ID→iCloud
2. Select "Photos"
3. Turn on "Optimize iPad Storage"
4. Select the cloud photos you want to delete
Method 5: Use third-party tools
| Tool name | Features | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| iMazing | Batch management/selective backup | 4.8/5 |
| PhoneClean | Deep clean/duplicate detection | 4.6/5 |
3. Things to note when deleting photos
1.Back up important photos: It is recommended to use AirDrop, iCloud or computer backup before deleting
2.Recently deleted album: Deleted photos will be kept in "Recently Deleted" for 30 days
3.Free up storage space: Complete deletion requires clearing the "Recently Deleted" album
4.Sync device impact: Deletion when iCloud Photo Library is enabled affects all devices
4. User FAQs
| question | solution |
|---|---|
| Delete button is gray and unavailable | Check iCloud settings → turn off photo sync |
| Space is not released after deletion | Restart the device → clear recently deleted |
| Deleted important photos by mistake | Recover from Recently Deleted/Use Data Recovery Software |
5. Storage management optimization suggestions
1. Regularly check the "large file" album (automatically categorized by iOS)
2. Use Screen Time to limit Photos app usage
3. Transfer video files to professional storage devices
4. Consider upgrading your iCloud storage solution
5. Turn off unnecessary live photo and HDR functions
Through the above methods, you can effectively manage photos on iPad and solve the problem of insufficient storage space. It is recommended to conduct systematic photo organization once a month to keep the equipment in optimal operating condition.
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