How to load update iSO8.1.2 when not enough storage

I Have 20gb of cloud storage but am unable to load software update ISO 8.1.2 as not enough storage message shows ? I have a 13.5 Gb with 265 mb available what can I do to load this update and do I even need it?

Your iCloud storage gives you extra space for your backups, to update your iPad's iOS version you need free space on your iPad.
Only you will know whether you want to update iOS 8 (some apps now require iOS 8+) - this lists some of the new featured : http://www.apple.com/ios/whats-new/
If you update via your computer's iTunes then it should require less free space on your iPad, as it can use your computer, to update directly on your iPad you will need to remove some of your content from it e.g. do File > Devices > Transfer Purchases to copy iTunes downloads over to your computer's iTunes library so that you can delete them from your iPad (e.g. films, TV programmes, music).
But if you do decide to update, whichever way you do it do the Transfer Purchases, take a backup, and preferably take your own copy of any important documents, photos etc - they should be included in the backup but it's best to have your own copy as well.

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