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How to Downgrade iOS 13 Back to iOS 12.4.1 Using iTunes or Finder

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How to Downgrade iOS 13 Back to iOS 12.4.1 Using iTunes or Finder

Downgrading from a higher version like iPadOS 13 or iOS 13, 13.1, 13.1.1 and 13.1.2 to a lower one like iOS 12.4.1 on your iPad or iPhone is a delicate task and you have to be very careful as it is taken as the advanced procedure.

It is always recommended to take a full backup of all your data on the computer system so you can restore it after downgrading the Operating System of your smartphone. Here is how you can do it securely.

 

 

1. Taking Backup and Necessary Instructions

  • You must have a Mac or Windows computer ready before performing downgrading operation on your smartphone.
  • If you wish to remove the existing iPadOS or iOS 13 from any of your iOS devices, then you have to be comfortable with this method.

Note: Do not perform any failed or improper downgrading attempt for doing this because an improper attempt may leave you in overall data loss.

  • It is also advised not to try to restore your iOS 13 or above-taken backups to iOS 12.4.1 gadgets.
  • You can stay on the existing iPadOS 13 or iOS 13 in case you have taken a backup of iOS 13 device’s data. It will help avoid huge data losing.

In another way, you might lose all your data from your iOS devices after the completion of the process in case you haven’t taken a backup of your iOS 12.4.1 data.

2. Downgrading iPadOS 13 and iOS 13 to iOS 12.4.1

Follow these provided instructions in case you wish to downgrade your iOS 13 to 12.4.1:

  1. First of all, it is advised to take a proper backup of your iOS 12.4.1 data for restoring just after the downgrading process.
  2. Then, install your iOS 12.4.1 “IPSW” file that peered with your handheld device and then ensure that the IPSW file is easily accessible for searching.
  3. After that, open iTunes on your Mac or Windows PC, or you can launch “Finder” in the “MacOS” Catalina.
  4. Next, connect the system to your smartphone operating on iOS 13 through a USB cord.
  5. Then, locate the connected device hi hitting on the smartphone icon present on the menu bar of your iTunes. It is situated within the “Finder” in the case or Catalina and iTunes in the case of iOS devices.
  6. Now, navigate to the “Device” description panel of the “iTunes” (“Finder” in the case of Catalina) and then perform these steps:
  • If you are using Mac:
  • Press and hold down the tab “Option.”
  • After that, tap on “Restore.”
  • If you are using Windows:
  • Press and hold down the “Shift” tab.
  • Now, hit the “Restore.”
  • Then, you have to choose the file “IPSW” of iOS 12.4.1 for your smartphone that you installed some time ago.
  • Wait for a while to complete the overall procedure.
  • Once your iOS device begins backing up, follow the usual setup process and its instructions.
  • Then, select the appropriate backup and restore option from iTunes or iCloud.

Note: If you have the backup data available from iPadOS 13 or iOS 13 or above, then it is advised to stay on iPadOS 13/ iOS 13 or above.

In case you select the setup process of the device as fresh, then you might lose all your files and data from iOS devices.

You are not allowed to restore your data backup on iOS 12.4.1 in case you don’t have a data backup compatible with this version.

Note: The downgrading of iOS versions from a newer one will run smoothly on your system as it is signed digitally by Apple from time to time.

Rdx Tango is a creative person who has been writing blogs and articles about cyber security. He writes about the latest updates regarding avast.com/activation and how it can improve the work experience of users. His articles have been published in many popular e-magazines, blogs and websites.

Source:- https://caavast.com/blog/how-to-downgrade-ios-13-back-to-ios-12-4-1-using-itunes-or-finder/

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