How to Connect Apple Pencil to iPad

Now that you have bought an iPad, use it to its full potential by learning how to connect Apple pencil to iPad. Especially if you want to express your artistic side, this can become your most handy skill. You can also use it to electronically sign documents and forms anywhere around the world.

By knowing how to pair Apple Pencil effortlessly, nothing can get in the way of you and your Apple pencil experience. We will discuss a complete guide on how to tackle

If you are still trying to learn your way around using an Apple pencil, then you have reached the most easy and comprehensive guide. In this blog, we shall teach you step-by-step how to connect Apple pencil to an iPad.

Apple Pencil Compatibility

First and foremost, you must check for your Apple Pencil compatibility. See what kind of iPad models are compatible with your Apple pencil.

Apple pencil 1st Gen compatibility

Here is a list of iPad models that support Apple pencil 1st Gen compatibility:

iPad Mini (5th Gen)
iPad (6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Gen)
iPad (10th Gen) with a dongle
iPad Air (3rd Gen)
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st and 2nd Gen)
iPad Pro 10.5-inch

Apple Pencil 2 Compatibility

Here is a list of iPad models that support Apple Pencil 2 compatibility:

iPad Pro 9.7-inch
iPad Mini (6th Gen)
iPad Air (4th Gen and later)
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd Gen and later)
iPad Pro 11-inch (1st Gen and later)

How to connect Apple Pencil 1st Gen?

Before getting into how to connect Apple Pencil 1st Gen, you will need an Apple Pencil USB C first. Once you have that, just follow these easy steps:

Remove the cap from your Apple pencil
For iPads with the home button: Plug the Apple pencil into The Lightning connector of your iPad. Apple Pencil 1st Gen lightning connector is all you need to pair your device right away.

For iPads without a home button: Take an Apple Pencil USB-C. Connect one end of the cable to the Apple Pencil charging adaptor and the other end of the cable to your iPad.
Make sure the Bluetooth is turned ON.
Tap “Pair”.
Take out the pencil and start using it.

This is how you can pair and charge an Apple Pencil first generation.

How to pair Apple Pencil 2 with iPad?

Most people are confused about how to pair Apple Pencil 2 with iPad. We have simplified the process for you. With and without using a USB cable.

Attach the Apple Pencil to the iPad magnetic connector just below the volume button on the side of your iPad.
It should stick to it and charge the Apple pencil.
An Apple Pencil overlay will appear on your screen. Press “Connect”, detach the pencil, and start using it.

This is How to Connect 2nd Gen Apple Pencil to iPad without using any cable.

How to disconnect Apple pencil?

Now that you know how to pair your Apple pencil, you should also know how to disconnect Apple Pencil after use.

Go to Settings > Bluetooth
Locate your Apple pencil under “My Devices”
Tap On the blue “i” icon
Select “Forget this device”

You have successfully got your Apple Pencil disconnected from your iPad.

How to Charge Apple Pencil

Let’s discuss how to charge Apple Pencil 1st Gen vs 2nd Gen.

How to Charge Apple Pencil Gen 1

Take off the cap and plug the pencil into the lightning connector of your iPad.
You can also choose to charge your pencil by connecting an Apple Pencil charging adapter to a USB C iPad.

How to Charge Apple Pencil Gen 2

Turn the Bluetooth ON
Attach the flat side of the Apple 2nd Generation Pencil to the magnetic connector of your iPad on the right side
If you have added the Apple Pencil widget to the Home screen, then you can see the status as charging. If not Go to Settings > Batteries to see your Apple pencil charging status.

How to connect Apple Pencil to iPad without plugging in?

Now you must also face situations where you can’t find your cable and need to know how to connect Apple pencil to iPad without plugging in. This is only possible with a second-generation pencil.

This pencil has a magnetic strip that you have already seen and can be used to connect to your iPad Bluetooth wirelessly.

How to Use Apple Pencil?

To learn how to use Apple Pencil to its full extent whether it’s for taking notes or creating digital art, then you might Want to look into Astropad Rock paper pencil.

It combines an Apple ballpoint pen tip with a reusable iPad Matte screen protector to give you the most realistic pen & paper feeling for the iPad.

Rock Paper Pencil helps you avoid the beginner mistakes of slipping or creating larger strokes on the iPad screen. Instead, it allows you to practice your hand on a matte iPad screen protector, and gain complete control over this experience.

Apple Pencil Not Working

If you find your Apple Pencil not working, then we suggest trying out these troubleshooting steps to re-establish the connection

Troubleshooting steps for Apple Pencil not connecting

1.Check if your Apple pencil is not broken. Especially check out the Apple pen tip in case it needs to be replaced.

2.You might want to get rid of any background applications that might be putting a lot of computational burden on your iPad. Close all applications restart the connection

3.Restart your iPad and try to pair your devices again.

4.Apple pencil not charging could also be a reason for it not working. Or it’s not connected to the charging port correctly. Try charging Apple pencil for 20 minutes and then again.

5.See the status of your Apple Pencil battery. Tap and hold the home screen to activate jiggle mode. Tap ‘+’ at the top-left corner, and tap “Batteries”. Tap on the “Add the widget” button to add the Apple pencil widget to your home screen to keep an eye on your battery at all times.

6.Check for Apple 2 not showing up in Bluetooth. Second-generation pencils not working depends on your Bluetooth connectivity or proximity. Tap the Information button > Forget this device. Then try connecting your Apple pencil again.
7.Try cleaning your iPad charging port with a cotton swab to get rid of any debris. And try repairing your devices then..

FAQs

Apple Pencil 2 not showing up in Bluetooth?

If you find your 2nd generation Apple Pencil not showing up in Bluetooth, follow these steps:

Go to Settings
Locate your Apple Pencil
Select and tap “Forget this device”
Re-pair your Apple Pencil with Bluetooth enabled

This should take care of the problem.

How long does it take to charge the Apple pencil?

Confused about how long does it take to charge apple pencil? It doesn’t usually take long. An average estimate is 15-20 minutes from fully discharged to the maximum. Try charging your pencil for 20 minutes for optimal usage

How to put an iPad screen protector on?

Follow these steps to learn how to stick iPad screen protector:

Wipe down the entire iPad screen with a wet alcohol wipe
Take off the blue packaging layer of the protector
Peel back half of the second screen layer
Line it up with your screen and start applying
Peel off the rest of it
Gently squeeze out the air bubbles to the side of your iPad

What Apple pencil works with iPad 10th gen?

If you have no idea what Apple pencil is compatible with iPad 10th generation, look no further. Apple Pencil 1st generation is the only pencil that works in this scenario.

What does an Apple Pencil do?

Before buying an Apple pencil, learn what does apple pencil do:

Note taking
Sketching
Annotating
Journaling
Sign documents

Does Apple pencil work with iPhone?

Unfortunately no, Apple pencils are specifically made for iPads and cannot be paired with iPhones. Instead, try using a stylus pen for iPhone