iPad Lines on Screen

Random lines appearing on your screen? Try some of the troubleshooting tips on this page.

It is rare for an iPad to develop issues producing an image because of a software issue. But an iPad in Direct Firmware Upgrade mode, or DFU mode, manifests with no image on the screen. Only the backlight may be on.

Connect the iPad to a computer to see if it can be recognized. If it is in DFU mode, iTunes or Finder will indicate that there is an issue with the device, but it will only offer a restore option. The update will be grayed out.
Click restore to reinstall the firmware and Operating System. This will erase all the data on your device. Be sure you have a backup before processing a restore.
If restore fails with an error message, document it. Now might be a good time to visit the Answers forum, where you can get more personalized help. Be sure to mention the error message in your question!

Especially after a hefty drop, the connection between the board and the screen can sever. Break out the toolset, open up your iPad, and reseat any display-related connectors. Reference the iPad Guides page to learn how to open your specific model.