I'm having trouble getting my iPad to charge when I plug it into my computer. It works fine with other chargers and devices, but for some reason, it just won't charge through the computer. I've tried restarting my iPad, but I'm not sure what else to do since I can't find any information on this issue.
3 Answers
It's possible that your computer just doesn't supply enough power to charge the iPad while it's on. It might seem like it should charge, but the current output can vary across different devices.
Make sure to check whether you're using a desktop or a laptop. Some ports, especially on desktops, might not provide enough power to charge an iPad if it's being used at the same time. That could be the issue you're running into.
It's a desktop.
You haven't provided a lot of details, but here are some things to consider:
- What specific model of iPad are you using?
- Are you using a Lightning cable or USB-C? How many different cables have you tested?
- What type of computer do you have, and which USB ports are you using?
- Has your iPad charged on this computer before? If you can clarify these, we might get closer to finding the solution!

But it definitely does have power.