Why is my ipad not charging when plugged into computer

iPads can be plugged into your computer, but you may have seen a message that says "Not Charging" on your iPad's screen. Check out why it appears and what you can do about it.

Not Enough Current

A lot of computer USB ports do not supply enough current to charge your iPad while the screen is on. If that is the case, you will see a "Not Charging" message plastered on the screen just beside the battery icon, according to HowtoGeek.

iPads need 10 to 20 watts of power, depending on the model, to charge at a satisfying speed. This is true, especially if you are using your iPad too.

Usually, a lot of computer USB ports, especially the ones in older devices, only have 0.5 amps of current that it produces. It is not enough to charge your iPad, and it is also not enough to power it while it is in use.

However, some newer models have high-power charging ports that can properly charge your iPad. Unless you are familiar with the technicalities of the USB port, finding which one can charge your device will be more of a trial and error. It could be a hardware problem, and you can do strategies to fix it.

Also Read: iPad Pro Unresponsive After Charging? Apple Investigates And Suggests This Quick Fix For Now

What You Can Do

If you plug an iPad into your USB port on your computer and you see the "Not Charging" sign, there are a lot of things that you could try. Below is a rundown of the best options.

Try a Different USB Port

You can use different USB ports on your computer because each output has additional power. You can try plugging the iPad cable into different ports and see if it works. Also, the USB ports in the keyboards are always not powerful enough, according to PC World.

Try USB Ports on a Different Computer

Some newer computers have high-power USB ports that can charge an iPad reasonably. It won't be as fast as a wall charger, but it might work.

Try a Different Charging Cable

There are times that the lighting cable that you use to charge your iPad can be damaged or frayed, and it can prevent it from charging properly.

Purchasing a new USB-C charging cable can help, or you can also try another one that you have on hand already, according to Windows Report.

Clean Your iPad's Charging Port

Dust or lint can get trapped in the lightning port of your iPad. It can create resistance that might interfere with the charging of the device.

In order to fix this issue, turn off your iPad and insert a toothpick into the port. This can pull out the dust and lint that formed inside. Don't do this aggressively because it could damage the pins inside the iPad connection.

Turn Off the Screen and Trickle Charge

Depending on the model of your device, you might be able to put your iPad in sleep mode and trickle-charge the iPad over a long period of time.

Newer models of iPads consume more power, so this technique can only be used for older iPad models. 

Apple is working on wireless charging, so this may not be an issue anymore. Last year, Apple iPad Pro introduced wireless charging for the device.

Apple is also working on a Mac with wireless charging.

Related Article: Apple: Steve Jobs' 1st-Gen iPad Prototype Has Multiple Charging Slots, 'Dual Dock' Design, But Now It's Missing

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[Solved] iPad Doesn't Charge when Plugged in PC [Partition Manager]

By Linda | Follow | Last Updated May 19, 2022

What should you do if the iPas says "not charging" when you plug it to PC? In this post, MiniTool Partition Wizard shows you the reason why this problem occurs and offers corresponding solutions to fix the iPad not charging on PC issue.

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Is your iPad not charging on PC? Sometimes, you may want to charge your iPad on your PC for convenience. But some of you may find that the iPad displays "Not Charging" message next to the battery icon.

Why does my iPad not charge when I plug it into my computer? How to solve the iPad not charging on PC issue? Please read the following contents to get answers.

1. PC USB Port Problem

Sometimes, the iPad not charging on PC issue is caused by the problematic USB port on PC. It's very possible that the USB port has stopped working already. To check that, you can try charging another device like your phone on the PC. If the "not charging" problem also occurs, please change the USB port or change your iPad with the special charger.

If the "not charging" problem doesn't occur again when you charge other devices, it's very possible that the iPad not charging on PC problem is caused by the insufficient power output. In general, iPad needs 10-Wat USB port while some USB 2.0 ports just provide 500 mA of power.

In this case, although the iPad is actually charged, it also says "Not charging" because it's draining power quicker than it's charging. To check whether the port is a USB 2.0 port, please follow the steps below:

  • Click Startmenu and type "device manager" to find it, or you can press "Windows + X" to open the shortcut menu containing Device Manager.
  • Click this software to open it and then expand Universal Serial Bus controllers.
  • Under this directory, if you find a USB 3.0 controller, it means that your computer has a USB 3.0 port. But if you don't see a USB 3.0 controller in your PC, it doesn't mean the port is not a USB 3.0 port. This may be because your PC's USB driver is not updated to the latest one.

2. Check the USB Cable

If your iPad is not charging on PC still after inserting it to a fine USB port, you should check whether the problem is caused by the broken USB cable. Please connect other devices using this cable. If it is the cable that causes the problem, please try using another cable.

In addition, please check whether the iPad charging port is blocked by any potential gunk, dust, lint, debris, or another obstruction. In this case, please use a wooden or plastic toothpick to clean out the iPad charging port.

Tip: Although the iPad data cable does not need to be distinguished between the front and the back, I sometimes flip it and plug it into the charging port, making it to be charged normally. If the above method does not work, you can try this method.

3. Restart iPad and Charge It with Power Adapter

If you have tried all the above ways but the iPad is still not charging on PC, I recommend you to restart the iPad and charge it with the special power adapter. If the iPad is still not charging via the power cable, you should consider if the charging port on the iPad is broken. In this case, you should send it for repair.

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How do I get my iPad to charge when plugged into computer?

Charge your iPad Then plug the adapter into a wall outlet. If you have a higher-wattage USB-C power adapter—such as the one that came with your Mac laptop—you can use it with your iPad for faster charging. You can also charge your iPad by connecting it to the USB-C port on your computer.

Why is my iPad not charging when plugged into the wall?

Your iPad might have a dirty or damaged charging port. Your iPad needs more power from your power adapter or other power source. Your charging accessory is defective, damaged, or not certified by Apple. Your USB charger isn't designed to charge iPad.

Why does my USB

Inspect the lightning or USB-C port for debris. Inspect the charging cable and power adapter for signs of damage. Update your iPad Pro to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. Reset the settings on your iPad Pro or restore it using DFU mode.