"I don't know how to delete all the photos at once! I was watching rabbits, checked my phone, and there suddenly appeared all these photos! Please tell me how to delete all the photos at once!"
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If your iPad is running out of storage due to too many photos, or if you simply want to quickly clear all the images, you're probably wondering how to delete all photos from your iPad at once. This article will introduce you to 4 of the most effective and efficient methods to delete all photos from your iPad, helping you easily clear your iPad photo library. Let's dive in!
If you want to manage the photos directly on your device, the built-in Photos app on the iPad is the most convenient and intuitive way to clean up. You can select all photos at once and delete them in bulk, without needing a computer or any other software.
Here is how to delete all photos from iPad in one go using the Photos app:
Step 1. Find and open the Photos app on your iPad.
Step 2. You can choose the "Library" or switch to the "All Photos" option.
Step 3. Tap "Select" in the top-right corner of the screen, then swipe your finger from the top-left to the bottom-right corner to quickly select all photos. Alternatively, you can long-press one photo and then drag to select more.
Step 4. After selecting all the photos, tap the "trash can" icon in the bottom-right corner. A confirmation prompt will appear. Tap "Delete Photos" to confirm.
Step 5. Deleted photos will move to the Recently Deleted folder. To permanently remove them, go to this folder, tap "Select" in the top-right corner, and then choose "Delete All".
Step 6. Once you've deleted the photos from the Recently Deleted folder, all the photos will be permanently removed from your iPad.
If you have iCloud Photos enabled on your iPad, deleting photos from iCloud will sync across all your devices and clear them everywhere.
Here is how to delete all photos from iPad at once via iCloud:
Step 1. On your computer, go to iCloud.com and sign in using your Apple ID.
Step 2. Click on the "Photos" icon after logging in. You'll be able to see all your iCloud photos from any device.
Step 3. Press "Ctrl + A" (Windows) or "Command + A" (Mac) to select all photos in the album.
Step 4. Once selected, click on the "trash bin" icon to delete them. A confirmation box will pop up asking if you're sure.
Step 5. After deleting the photos, they will move to the Recently Deleted album in iCloud.
Step 6. Open "Recently Deleted", select "Delete All", and confirm the action.
Step 7. Your photos will be permanently deleted from both your iPad and iCloud, freeing up storage on both devices.
For users who require more efficient and comprehensive data management, Coolmuster iOS Assistant is a very practical tool. It allows users to connect their iPad directly to a computer and manage or delete all photos in bulk. This method is ideal for those with a large number of photos who need to delete them all at once. Additionally, it lets you back up photos to your computer to prevent accidental data loss.
Key features of iOS Assistant:
How can I delete all the photos on my iPad at once? Follow the steps below:
01Download and launch the tool, then connect your device to the computer using a USB cable.
02When prompted on your device, select "Trust" and click "Continue" on the pop-up window on your computer to proceed. Once the software recognizes your device, all your file folders will be displayed neatly on the main interface.
03Navigate to the "Photos" tab on the left, check the box under "Export" to select all photos, and then click "Delete" to remove all photos from your iPhone.
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Many people want to delete photos from their iPad but don't want to delete content from iCloud or their iPhone. To delete all photos from your iPad only, you just need to make sure iCloud sync is turned off.
Here is how to delete all photos from iPad but not iPhone/iCloud:
Step 1. Open the "Settings" app on your iPad.
Step 2. Tap your "Apple ID" at the top, then select "iCloud".
Step 3. Choose the "Photos" option.
Step 4. Turn off "iCloud Photos".
Step 5. You will then see two options:
There are many ways to delete all photos from your iPad. The most basic method can be done through the Photos app, and if you have iCloud enabled, deleting photos across devices is also very convenient. However, if you're looking for a faster, more stable, and professional way to manage and delete all photos on your iPad, Coolmuster iOS Assistant is the most recommended tool. It supports bulk deletion, data backup and recovery, and makes it easy to manage various files on your iPhone/iPad. It's an all-in-one tool that every iOS user should have.
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