Yes, there are third-party tools that can help manage RAM on the iPad Pro. While Apple does not provide a built-in feature for directly managing or clearing RAM, these apps can offer insights into memory usage and help optimize performance:
1. Device Monitor²: This free app provides a comprehensive overview of your device, including RAM usage. It allows you to monitor how much RAM is being used and can help you identify which apps are consuming the most memory. Although it doesn't directly "clear" RAM, it helps you manage your apps more efficiently to free up memory[1].
2. MemClean: This app is specifically designed to free up RAM on iOS devices. It offers a simple interface where you can double-tap to clear RAM, helping to boost your device's performance. MemClean supports devices running iOS 11 and later, making it compatible with a wide range of iPads, including the iPad Pro[1][8].
3. Scan Memory Pro: This app claims to show memory usage and has a feature that can help clear memory, although it operates within the limits set by Apple. It's available for a small fee, which removes ads and unlocks additional features[9].
It's important to note that Apple restricts how much RAM apps can access, and on the iPad Pro, this limit varies depending on the model and operating system. For example, with iPadOS 15 and an M1 chip, apps are limited to using up to 6 GB of RAM[2]. Therefore, while these tools can help manage memory, they cannot bypass Apple's built-in limitations.
Additionally, some users have reported success with manually clearing RAM by using the AssistiveTouch feature to simulate a home button press on devices without a physical home button. This method involves enabling AssistiveTouch, accessing the shutdown menu, and then long-pressing the virtual home button until the device returns to the lock screen[1][7]. However, this method does not directly manage RAM but can help restart background processes.
Citations:[1] https://news.macgasm.net/tips/clear-ram-on-iphone/
[2] https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/ipad-pro-2021-out-of-memory/17063
[3] https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/free-up-ram-in-ipad-follow-these-steps.2212129/
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHWGQGBB9qE
[5] https://apps.apple.com/us/app/memory-optimizer-and-booster/id504284430?mt=12
[6] https://www.insanelymac.com/blog/free-up-space-on-ipad/
[7] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/252749176
[8] https://apps.apple.com/us/app/memclean/id1664102118
[9] https://vi-control.net/community/threads/good-app-to-free-up-ram-in-ios-devices.107074/