Managing background app refresh
Apple iPad Mini 4 on iOS 14.0.0
You can set battery usage allowances for certain apps on your device. If an app is using too much battery life or is behaving incorrectly, you can force stop the application.
Note: Background app refresh allows apps to refresh their data on Wi-Fi or cellular networks in the background.
- Step 1 of 7:
From the Home screen, tap Settings.
- Step 2 of 7:
Tap Background App Refresh.
- Step 3 of 7:
Tap Background App Refresh again.
- Step 4 of 7:
Select your preferences.
- Step 5 of 7:
Tap Back.
- Step 6 of 7:
Select your preferences.
Note: Turning off individual apps may help preserve battery life.
- Step 7 of 7:
You've completed the steps!
