How To Turn Off Your iPad Without A Power Button: The Quick Fix!

You want to shut down your iPad, but the power button is broken. Even if your power button isn’t working, Apple has created ways for you to safely turn off your iPad. In this article, I’ll show you how to turn off your iPad without a power button!

How Do I Turn Off My iPad Without A Power Button?

There are three ways to turn off your iPad without a power button. You can do so in the Settings app, using the Control Center power button, or by using Siri. This article will walk you through the three methods using step-by-step guides!

Shut Down Your iPad Using The Settings App

The easiest way to turn off iPad without the power button is by using the Settings app. Go to Settings -> General and scroll all the way to the bottom of the screen. Then, tap Shut Down and swipe the power icon from left to right.

Shut Down Your iPad Using Control Center

Swipe down from the top-right edge to open the Control Center.
Touch and hold the Control Center Power button at the top right of the screen (while Control Center is open).
Drag the slider to power off the iPad.

Shut Down Your iPad Using Siri

As long as you have the "Hey Siri" feature enabled, which constantly listens for the two-letter command, you can say the following to shut down your iPad:

First, say "Hey Siri" to activate Siri.
Next, say "Shut Down iPad."
And last, say "Yes" when Siri prompts you to confirm.
Your iPad will then shut down.

If you don’t have "Hey Siri" enabled:

Go to the Settings app on your iPad.
Tap Siri (or Apple Intelligence & Siri), then tap Talk to Siri.
Choose one of the following:
- “Siri” or “Hey Siri”: iPad listens for “Siri” or “Hey Siri” at the beginning of requests.
- “Hey Siri”: iPad listens for “Hey Siri” at the beginning of requests.

How Do I Turn My iPad Back On?

Now you’ve turned off your iPad, you’re probably wondering how you’re going to turn it back on with no functioning power button. Don’t worry — iPads are designed to automatically turn back on when you connect them to a power source.

When you’re ready to turn your iPad back on, grab a charging cable and plug it into your computer or wall charger. Shortly after, the Apple logo will appear on the center of the screen and your iPad will turn back on.

Get Your Power Button Repaired

Unless you’re happy turning off your iPad using Settings, Control Center power button, or Siri, you’ll probably want to get your iPad’s power button repaired. Set up an appointment to get it fixed at your local Apple Store if your iPad is covered by AppleCare+.

No Power Button, No Problem!

Congratulations, you’ve successfully shut down your iPad! I encourage you to share this on social media to teach your family and friends how to turn off their iPad without a power button.