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# Tablet Overheating

## Quick Answer

Tablets can overheat during intensive use, charging, or due to environmental factors. Their larger batteries generate more heat.

Please note:  This guide is provided for informational purposes only. Any steps you choose to follow are at your own discretion and risk. If you're unsure, we recommend booking a professional diagnosis.

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On this page

-   [Quick Checks](#quick-checks-heading)
-   [Guided Troubleshooting](#diagnostic-heading)
-   [Possible Causes](#possible-causes-heading)
-   [Self-Fix Instructions](#self-fix-heading)
-   [Safety Warnings](#warnings-heading)
-   [When troubleshooting isn't enough](#next-steps-heading)

## Quick Checks

Try these fast checks first — they solve most cases.

1.  Remove the case
    
    Cases trap heat.
    
2.  Close intensive apps
    
    Games and video streaming generate heat.
    
3.  Move to a cooler location
    
    Avoid direct sunlight.
    
4.  Stop charging while using
    
    Charging generates additional heat.
    
5.  Restart the tablet
    
    A stuck process may be overworking the CPU.
    

## Guided Troubleshooting

Answer these questions to narrow down the issue.

Does it overheat only during specific apps?

YesNo

Does it overheat while charging?

YesNo

## Possible Causes

Intensive use

Very Common 

Gaming and video generate heat.

Charging while using

Common 

Double heat generation.

Environmental heat

Common 

Direct sunlight or hot rooms.

Battery degradation

Moderate 

Aging batteries generate excess heat.

If the cause requires professional attention, see [Fix Tablet overheating issues](/repair/tablet/overheating).

## Self-Fix Instructions

Safe steps you can try at home.

1.  ### Cool down
    
    1\. Stop using the tablet. 2. Remove the case. 3. Place in a cool, shaded area. 4. Turn it off if very hot. 5. Wait 15-20 minutes.
    

## Safety Warnings

-   Never put an overheating tablet in a fridge — condensation can damage internals. 
-   If the battery appears swollen, stop using immediately. 

## When troubleshooting isn't enough

If these steps didn't resolve the issue, a professional diagnosis can identify the root cause.

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