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Apple Pencil 2nd gen.

I am unable to see Apple Pencil under settings to pair my Apple Pencil. I have the 2nd generation pencil and the 7th generation iPad. However, the Bluetooth is only loading and no divides are appearing not even others in my house to pair. What am I doing wrong?

iPad, iOS 13

Posted on Mar 30, 2020 9:33 PM

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Posted on Mar 30, 2020 9:42 PM

You purchased the wrong version of the Apple Pencil.

You need to purchase and use the older 1st generation Apple Pencil with the top metalised, silver cap.


The 2nd gen Apple Pencil ONLY works with the 2018/2020 iPad Pro models.


Return the 2nd gen Apple Pencil from where you purchased and purchase the older 1st gen Apple Pencil instead.


See this compatibility list.


Apple Pencil - Select - Apple

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Mar 30, 2020 9:42 PM in response to Community User

You purchased the wrong version of the Apple Pencil.

You need to purchase and use the older 1st generation Apple Pencil with the top metalised, silver cap.


The 2nd gen Apple Pencil ONLY works with the 2018/2020 iPad Pro models.


Return the 2nd gen Apple Pencil from where you purchased and purchase the older 1st gen Apple Pencil instead.


See this compatibility list.


Apple Pencil - Select - Apple

Mar 30, 2020 9:41 PM in response to Community User

Pencil 2nd generation is not compatible to your iPad 7th generation

You can use Apple Pencil (2nd generation) with these iPad models: 

  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) and later
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) and later


You can use Apple Pencil (1st generation) with these iPad models:

  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st or 2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad (7th generation)
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation)

Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.

Apple Pencil 2nd gen.

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