I don't see my contact names on my ipad, just their phone numbers

Trin_ity wrote:

just got a new ipad. I have the correct apple ID in all devices (iPad, MacBook, iPhone). My apps and my contacts don't seem to sync to my new iPad.

Apps don't sync from one device to another. The App Store maintains a record of your purchases, and you might be able to download an app to your iPad that you had previously purchased for your iPhone without having to pay again, but each device has its own set of installed apps.

With regards to contacts, did you check that the iCloud option for syncing Contacts is turned on on all devices?

Okay I had the same issue and after tips and tricks each one failed I found my issue tho. My phone would not sync with my icloud for some odd reason.

on iPhone , go to settings>(your name)>ICOULD>show all> turn off contacts > keep on my iPhone > toggle back on > merge

then on your ipad , go to settings > left panel contacts > My Info

this should pop all your contacts list and show if it worked!

It sounds like you might need to check a few settings to get your contacts to sync properly on your new iPad. Here’s what you can do:

1. Check iCloud Settings:

- Go to Settings on your iPad.

- Tap on your name at the top, then select iCloud.

- Ensure that the toggle for Contacts is turned on.

2. Check Default Account:

- Still in Settings, scroll down and select Contacts.

- Tap on Default Account and make sure it’s set to iCloud if you want to use your iCloud contacts.

3. Sign Out and Back In:

- If the above doesn't work, you can try signing out of your Apple ID and then signing back in. Go to Settings, tap your name, scroll down, and select Sign Out. After signing out, sign back in.

4. Update iOS:

- Make sure your iPad is running the latest version of iOS. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check.

5. Restart Your iPad:

- Sometimes a simple restart can help resolve syncing issues.

After doing these steps, give it a few moments to see if your contacts sync up. If the problem persists, let me know!

This didn't work and disappointed that I spent the time trying this option

I don’t see my contact names on iPad, just their phone numbers

Yes! This did it for me. For anyone trying to solve this problem, make sure you check that all of your accounts are added. Settings—>Contacts—>Accounts—>Add Account.

I had the same issue. Contacts was turned off in iCloud. Go to Settings, iCloud, Saved to iCloud (see all), turn on Contacts. Now everyone in messages has a name and face 👍