If you've forgotten the password for your iPad, you can try the following steps to unlock it:

1. **Use Face ID or Touch ID (if available):** If your iPad supports Face ID or Touch ID, try using your registered face or fingerprint to unlock the device. This will bypass the need for the passcode.

2. **Attempt the passcode multiple times:** You can attempt to enter the passcode multiple times. After a few unsuccessful attempts, your iPad might prompt you with a message saying "iPad is disabled." At this point, it's essential to be cautious because repeatedly entering the wrong passcode might lead to your iPad being temporarily disabled.

3. **Use iTunes (Data Loss):** If you have synced your iPad with iTunes on your computer before, you can connect your iPad to the computer and use iTunes to reset the device. However, please note that this will erase all the data on your iPad.

Here are the steps for using iTunes to reset your iPad:

- Connect your iPad to your computer and open iTunes.

- Put your iPad into Recovery Mode:

- For iPads with Face ID: Quickly press and release the Volume Up button, then the Volume Down button. Press and hold the Power button until the recovery mode screen appears.

- For iPads with a Home button: Press and hold the Home button and the Power button together until the recovery mode screen appears.

- iTunes will detect your iPad in recovery mode and ask if you want to "Restore" or "Update" your device. Choose "Restore" to reset your iPad to factory settings. This will erase all data on your iPad, and you will need to set it up as new or restore from a backup.

4. **Use iCloud (Data Loss):** If you have enabled Find My iPad and remember your Apple ID and password, you can use iCloud to remotely erase your iPad and set it up as new. However, this will also result in the loss of all data on the device.

Here are the steps for using iCloud to erase your iPad:

- Go to iCloud.com on a computer or another device.

- Sign in with your Apple ID and password.

- Click on "Find iPhone" and then select "All Devices."

- Choose your iPad from the list of devices.

- Click on "Erase iPad" to erase all data and settings on the device.

If none of these options work, or if you encounter any difficulties, it's best to contact Apple Support for further assistance. They can guide you through the process and provide more personalized help for unlocking your iPad.