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Does anyone else have this problem or know how to fix it? My apple pencil is writing "fat". I'm in med school and need to min-max my time. This ends up being extremely annoying to have to erase constantly for a v expensive product. I'm using OneNote to take notes. I can flip to eraser and then back to pencil for it to write properly. I have tried adjusting writing speed and amount of pressure but that does not change anything.
iPad Air, iPadOS 14
It does happen with other applications and it happens no matter what pressure I place on the pencil/screen. If I maintain the same pressure it still happens. I can't replicate it consistently though, it just happens after X period of time.
It does happen with other applications and it happens no matter what pressure I place on the pencil/screen. If I maintain the same pressure it still happens. I can't replicate it consistently though, it just happens after X period of time.
Alrighty. I do not have someone else's iPad to test this with, specifically because the problem is not a constant issue and we're all in med school, we don't have time for me to fiddle on someone else's iPad for extended periods. It happens frequently but not constantly. The update did not solve the problem. Restarting my iPad did not solve the problem. Finally, unpairing and repairing did not solve the problem. Nothing has solved the problem. I am confused as to where to get actual support for this though as I really think my apple pencil is faulty...
It does happen with other applications and it happens no matter what pressure I place on the pencil/screen. If I maintain the same pressure it still happens. I can't replicate it consistently though, it just happens after X period of time.
Hi, I’ve had the exact same issue and was just wondering if it was my screen protector. But, it’s obviously not an isolated issue so would appreciate if you could give an update if you figured out a solve?
Hello studentdr,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We understand the concern with the Apple Pencil changing the line width mid sentence, and we'd be happy to look into this with you.
Are you experiencing the same behavior with other apps, for example in the native Notes app?
The weight or thickness of the line is determined by how hard you press. Please check this out:
We hope this information is useful. Kind regards.
I have also been having this exact same issue, and so has my friend. We have tried to restart and reconnect the devices, it did nothing. So frustrating to have our products do this. I think the problem may be the Apple Pencil.
I have been having the exact same issue! Also a med student so I understand the frustration. I haven't put a screen protector on mine so I'm not sure that's the problem. Like you said, it comes and goes without warning and using the eraser usually resets it.
Just wanted to respond so Apple knows this is definitely not an isolated issue. Will look at getting in touch with support but if you find anything out would appreciate if you could give an update!
Hello studentdr,
Thanks for getting back to us with those additional details. We understand the importance of being able to manage your Apple Pencil line width, so let's continue working on the together.
Can you test your Apple Pencil with another compatible iPad? Maybe a family member or a friend has one? This will help us isolate this issue further.
iPadOS 15.0.2 was recently release, so if you haven't already, please back up your iPad, update, and test the issue again. Here's how:
Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
If your iPad is up-to-date on software, try to restart your iPad by following these steps:
Also, you can try to unpair your Apple Pencil, then paired again, and test.
Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad
If it's still happening, tell us more so that we can better assist you. Cheers!
I have no update on the solution to this. I was going to get in contact with apple support but haven't had the opportunity. It happened prior to me putting a screen protector on mine.
Hello studentdr,
Thanks for following up with us. We understand the importance of getting this issue with your Apple Pencil resolved, and we'd be happy to get you pointed in the right direction to get the support you need.
At this point, we'd recommend getting in touch with Apple Support using this link: Get Support
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities. Have a nice day.
Apple pencil changing width mid sentence.
