[4 Methods] How to Transfer Data from One iPad to Another
You might have files like photos, music, or videos that need to be shared between iPads. Read this passage to know how to transfer data from one iPad to another in 4 ways.
Every one or two years, Apple launches new iPad modes. Recently new iPad mini 7th generation has been updated. But when you buy a new iPad, you want to transfer photos, videos, music, game data, personal files, etc. from the old iPad to the new one. Here we will guide you to achieve a simple iPad-to-iPad transfer with this tutorial.
We will show you 4 ways to finish the transfer. Surely, each method has its advantages and disadvantages and we will explain them one by one.
Method 1. How to transfer data from one iPad to another using iCloud
With iCloud, you can directly and wirelessly back up and restore your iPad. It is better than iTunes for its all-dimensions data backup at any time or anywhere. You can do your iPad to iPad transfer at high speed with a fast connection but it's not without flaws.
· Both of your iPads need to be with iOS 5 or later. · Both of your iPads need to be with iOS 5 or later. · Service is unavailable without WiFi. · You have only 5 GB of free space and need to pay for the exceeded part. · There are file security and privacy risks in remote environments.
Steps on how to transfer data from iPad to iPad
1. Open your old iPad and switch on the WLAN network.
2. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup. Turn on iCloud Backup, and tap Back Up Now. After the backup is complete, check the last backup time to ensure that your backup was successful.
3. Turn on your new iPad and follow the guide to set up the new iPad. Continue until you see the Apps & Data screen, then tap Restore from iCloud Backup.
4. Sign in to iCloud with your Apple ID and password. When asked, choose a backup. Make sure that it's the correct one by checking the date and size of each. If you purchased iTunes or App Store content using multiple Apple IDs, you're asked to sign in to each. If you can't remember the passwords, just skip this step and wait for the iPad mini 7 data transfer to be finished.
Method 2. Best way to transfer iPad to new iPad in one click [Recommended]
If you want to transfer data from iPad to another without iCloud, you can rely on AOMEI FoneBackup. It is an all-in-one iPad/iPhone data transfer & backup tool that allows you to easily transfer data from one iOS device to another.
- Transfer all iPad data to another iPad/iPhone in one click.
- Or selectively transfer photos, videos, etc. from iPad to iPad as you like.
- Efficiently transfer GBs of iPad data within minutes.
- Handy USB connections ensure all processes are stable and safe.
- Fully supports iPad 10, iPad Air 6, iPad Pro/mini or other older models.
100% SecureDownload AOMEI FoneBackup and connect both iPads to a computer with USB cables. Then just follow the guidance below to get how to transfer data from old iPad to new iPad without iCloud. This way is also applied to transfer data to new iPhone after setup.
Step 1. Run AOMEI FoneBackup, and click Phone Transfer and choose the iPhone to iPhone feature.
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If you only have one USB cable. You can connect the source iPad and go to "Phone Backup" > "Full Backup" to create a full iPad backup on computer. Then connect the target iPad to the PC, and restore the backup to the new iPad.
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This iPad-to-iPad transfer will erase all current data on your target device, you can go to "Phone Backup" to back up your target iPad before the transfer.
Step 2. The source and target iPads will be listed here. If you want to transfer some private data like Health and activity data, please encrypt the process. Click Start Transfer to begin the iPad 10th generation data transfer.
Method 3. How to transfer data between iPads with QuickStart
In iOS11/iPadOS 11 and later versions, you can utilize the QuiStart to transfer iPad to another iPad/iPhone during the setup process. Follow the steps below to know how to use it.
Step 1. Turn on your new iPad and place it near the old iPad. Then setup new screen will appear on your new iPad. Tap Continue.
Step 2. Follow the guide to set up your Touch ID to Face ID and other settings. When it asks the way to transfer data, choose directly transfer from iPad. And follow the on-screen prompts to complete the transfer.
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Both iPads need to be connected with the same Wi-Fi and the Bluetooth features need to be enabled.
Method 4. How to transfer data to new iPad using iTunes
iTunes is a great music player and it also can help you to transfer from one iPad to iPad.
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iTunes will copy all the old iPad data to another iPad and everything on the target iPad will be overwritten. so if there are some data on the targeted iPad please back up iPad or turn to another way.
Steps to transfer old iPad to new iPad with iTunes
1. Connect your iPad to your computer with a USB cable and run iTunes.
2. Click the iPad icon and choose This Computer on the right-side panel.
3. Then click Back Up Now and start to export the data on the old iPad to the computer with iTunes.
4. Plug in your target iPad to your computer with a USB cable and run iTunes.
5. Click the Device button and choose Restore Backup on the right-side panel.
6. Choose the right backup version and click Restore to begin the process.
FAQs on how to transfer iPad to new iPad
Q1. Can I transfer all data from one iCloud to another?
Aomei FoneBackup offers an iCloud sync feature to help you easily transfer iCloud data to new account, including photos, videos, contacts, notes and iCloud Drive data (My iCloud > iCloud Sync).
Q2. Will transferring to a new iPad delete an old iPad?
No, all ways above will not erase your old iPad data after the transfer process. If necessary, you can manually wipe iPad to protect your personal data if you don't want the old device anymore.
Q3. How long does it take to transfer iPad to new iPad?
The time depends on the amount of data, and file size. Data transfer will also vary based on your Wi-Fi or internet speed.
· For 64 GB of data: 10-20 minutes.
· For 128 GB of data: 30-40 minutes.
· For 256 GB of data: one hour or more.
· For 512 GB of data or more: more than two hours.
If you want to speed up the process, Method 2 will be a nice choice.
Conclusion
In all, there are 4 different ways about how to transfer data from one iPad to another.
AOMEI FoneBackup is the best solution to finish iPad to new iPad transfer. It’s safe and easy. And it not only suitable for data transfer between iPads, but also supports data backup and data transfer for all Apple devices.
The other three iCloud, iTunes and QuickStart have their own flaws that can be used based on your practical issue.