The screen is a critical component of the iPad, so it can cause a lot of panic when it suddenly has issues. Aside from the button or two on the sides of the iPad (and a Home button on older models), ...

Recovery Mode: Connect iPad to a computer > open Finder (Catalina or later) or iTunes > restart > Update from the recovery screen. If you don't have access to a computer, use iCloud to wipe the iPad ...

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