5 Steps to Solving iPod Not Responding

Most common issues in iPod not responding: Touch screen not responding,application unexpectedly closes or display remains black or blank. The following emergency measures that you can do to solve the problems mentioned above.

1. Restart iPod touch.  Turn iPod touch off by pressing and holding the sleep/wake button until a red slider appears. Next, turn iPod touch on by pressing and holding the sleep/wake button until the Apple logo appears. If your device does not turn on or displays a red battery icon, try recharging next.
2. Recharge iPod touch. If your iPod touch displays a low battery image, it can take up to 20 minutes of charging before the iPod touch will start up.
3. Close App. Return to the Home screen > click the Home button twice > Tap and hold on the app. When it starts to jiggle, tap the x to close it, then click the Home button to make the apps stop jiggling. Try opening the app again.
4. Update software. Make sure you are using the latest version of iTunes. Connect iPod touch > In the left column under Devices > click on your iPod touch > click on Check for Update in the Summary tab, then follow the instructions.
5. Restore iPod touch. To restore your iPod touch, first make sure you are using the latest version of iTunes and back up your data. Verify that you are using the latest version before attempting to update. Connect your device to your computer. Select Devices (iPod). Select the Summary tab. Select the Restore option. When prompted to back up your settings before restoring, select the Back Up option.