The iPad supports screen rotation as you turn the device. This feature helps you to seamlessly change from reading an e-book in portrait mode to watching a movie in landscape mode. If your iPad isn't rotating and is stuck in one orientation, you can fix the problem in one of two ways: in Control Center or with the side switch. Show The information in this article applies to iPads running iOS 12 or later, except as indicated. Earlier versions of Control Center, beginning with its introduction in iOS 7, work similarly. The side switch on the iPad controls either rotate or mute, depending on how you configure the settings. Whichever one you don't assign to the side switch appears in Control Center where you can turn it on and off. Some iPads, including iPad Pro models, don't have a side switch. These iPads have both Lock Rotation and Mute in their Control Centers. Assigning Rotation and Mute in iPad SettingsIf your iPad has a side switch, check to see where the iPad's Lock Rotation setting has been assigned.
How to Toggle Screen Rotation On and Off in Control CenterYou can access many iPad features and settings from the customizable Control Center, including the Lock Rotation feature.
The Problem May Be With an AppNot all iPad apps support orientation changes, so if the screen doesn't rotate, click the iPad's Home button to reach the main screen, and then try turning the device. If the screen rotates, you know it was the app, not the iPad, that prevented the rotation. There's nothing you can do about this. Still Having Problems With Your iPad Not Rotating?Another reason your iPad won't rotate is if it doesn't know you're trying to rotate it. This issue will happen if you aren't holding the tablet upright. Rotating it on a flat surface isn't enough to trigger it, so you might have to hold it up as if you're taking a picture, and then rotate. If all else fails, reboot the iPad by turning it off and then back on. This simple approach fixes many problems. How do I get my screen to rotate again?How to automatically rotate your screen. Open your device's Settings app. .. Select Accessibility.. Select Auto-rotate screen.. Where is auto rotate on iPad air?Rotate the screen on your iPad. Make sure Rotation Lock is turned off: swipe down from the top right-hand corner of your screen to open Control Centre. Then tap the Rotation Lock button to make sure it's turned off.. Turn your iPad sideways.. |