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How do I connect my 2nd Ipencil to a new iPad

How do I connect my 2nd gen Ipencil to a new iPad

iPad, iOS 9

Posted on Mar 30, 2021 1:46 PM

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Posted on Mar 30, 2021 3:19 PM

First, compatibility... here is the full compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:


Apple Pencil (2nd generation)

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

  • iPad Air (4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) and later
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) and later


Apple Pencil (1st generation)

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

  • iPad (8th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation)
  • iPad (7th generation)
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st or 2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch


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


If your Pencil and iPad are compatible, this support page details how to pair and operate your Pencil with your iPad:

Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad - Apple Support

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Mar 30, 2021 3:19 PM in response to paulienj29

First, compatibility... here is the full compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:


Apple Pencil (2nd generation)

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

  • iPad Air (4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) and later
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) and later


Apple Pencil (1st generation)

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

  • iPad (8th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation)
  • iPad (7th generation)
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st or 2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch


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


If your Pencil and iPad are compatible, this support page details how to pair and operate your Pencil with your iPad:

Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad - Apple Support

How do I connect my 2nd Ipencil to a new iPad

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