iPad Pro 2018 Touchscreen Responding Slowly? Here’s How to Fix It

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If your iPad Pro (2018) is lagging or doesn’t respond right away when you tap or swipe the screen, you’re not alone. Some users have noticed delays in touchscreen response, even on a relatively new device. This guide walks you through simple steps you can take to get things running smoothly again.

Check Your iPad’s Storage

Sluggish performance is often linked to low storage. If your iPad is nearly full, it won’t run as efficiently.

Here’s how to check and clear up space:

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Tap General > iPad Storage.
  3. Check how much free space is available.
  4. If you’re running low (less than 1GB), delete unused apps, large files, or old videos.

Close All Background Apps

Too many apps running in the background can slow things down.

To force close background apps:

  1. From the Home screen, swipe up from the bottom and pause in the middle.
  2. Swipe side to side to browse open apps.
  3. Swipe up on each preview to close it.

Force Restart Your iPad

A forced restart can clear out temporary glitches.

Here’s how to do it on an iPad Pro (2018):

  1. Quickly press and release the Volume Up button.
  2. Quickly press and release the Volume Down button.
  3. Press and hold the Top (Power) button until the Apple logo appears.

Let your iPad boot up, then check if the touchscreen is more responsive.

Update Apps and iOS

Bugs in apps or iOS can lead to performance issues. Installing the latest updates can help.

To update apps:

  1. Open the App Store.
  2. Tap your profile icon at the top right.
  3. Scroll to see pending updates.
  4. Tap Update All or update apps individually.

To check for an iOS update:

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Tap General > Software Update.
  3. If an update is available, tap Download and Install.

Make sure you’re connected to Wi-Fi and have enough battery.

Free Up More Storage (If Needed)

If your iPad is still laggy, try deleting more apps or data-heavy files.

To delete apps directly:

  1. Tap and hold an app on the Home screen.
  2. Tap the minus (-) icon or Remove App > Delete App.

Or remove apps through Settings:

  1. Go to Settings > General > iPad Storage.
  2. Tap an app from the list.
  3. Tap Delete App, then confirm.

Reset All Settings

If the issue started after a settings change or update, resetting all settings can help without erasing your data.

Here’s how:

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Tap General > Transfer or Reset iPad.
  3. Tap Reset > Reset All Settings.
  4. Enter your passcode and confirm.

Your personal data stays intact, but Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and preferences go back to default.

Factory Reset and Restore via iTunes

If none of the above works, a clean reset might do the trick.

Before you begin, back up your iPad.

Then follow these steps:

  1. Open iTunes on your Mac or PC.
  2. Connect your iPad with a Lightning cable.
  3. Select your iPad when it appears.
  4. Click Restore iPad under the Summary tab.
  5. Confirm and wait for the reset and iOS reinstall to finish.

Try Recovery Mode or DFU Restore

For deeper issues, go one level further:

Recovery Mode Restore:

  1. Connect your iPad to your computer.
  2. Quickly press Volume Up, then Volume Down.
  3. Press and hold the Top button until you see the recovery mode screen.
  4. iTunes or Finder should prompt you to Restore.

DFU Mode Restore (for advanced users):

  1. Connect your iPad to your computer and open iTunes.
  2. Quickly press and release Volume Up, then Volume Down.
  3. Press and hold the Top button until the screen turns black.
  4. While still holding Top, press and hold Volume Down for 5 seconds.
  5. Release Top but keep holding Volume Down for 10 more seconds.

If successful, iTunes will detect a device in DFU mode and prompt a restore.

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