I plugged in the Apple Pencil but it didn’t work

I plugged in my Apple pencil but it didn’t work

Posted on Feb 3, 2022 6:30 AM

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Posted on Feb 4, 2022 7:58 AM

Hey there KaiC13,


We understand you're experiencing an issue with pairing your Apple Pencil with your iPad.


It looks like you've already reviewed Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad.


Specifically, check out the section below once you've confirmed your Apple Pencil is compatible with your iPad:

"If your Apple Pencil won't pair with your iPad

  1. Make sure to center your Apple Pencil (2nd generation) on the magnetic connector on the right edge of the iPad. For an Apple Pencil (1st generation), remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil into the Lightning connector on your iPad.
  2. Restart your iPad, then try to pair again.
  3. Go to Settings > Bluetooth and make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.
  4. On the same screen, look under My Devices for your Apple Pencil. If you see it, tap . Then tap Forget this Device.
  5. Connect your Apple Pencil in to your iPad and tap the Pair button when it appears after a few seconds. 
  6. If you don't see the Pair button, wait for one minute while your Apple Pencil charges. Then try connecting your Apple Pencil again and wait until you see the Pair button.
  7. If you still don’t see the Pair button, contact Apple Support."


We hope this helps.

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Feb 4, 2022 7:58 AM in response to KaiC13

Hey there KaiC13,


We understand you're experiencing an issue with pairing your Apple Pencil with your iPad.


It looks like you've already reviewed Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad.


Specifically, check out the section below once you've confirmed your Apple Pencil is compatible with your iPad:

"If your Apple Pencil won't pair with your iPad

  1. Make sure to center your Apple Pencil (2nd generation) on the magnetic connector on the right edge of the iPad. For an Apple Pencil (1st generation), remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil into the Lightning connector on your iPad.
  2. Restart your iPad, then try to pair again.
  3. Go to Settings > Bluetooth and make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.
  4. On the same screen, look under My Devices for your Apple Pencil. If you see it, tap . Then tap Forget this Device.
  5. Connect your Apple Pencil in to your iPad and tap the Pair button when it appears after a few seconds. 
  6. If you don't see the Pair button, wait for one minute while your Apple Pencil charges. Then try connecting your Apple Pencil again and wait until you see the Pair button.
  7. If you still don’t see the Pair button, contact Apple Support."


We hope this helps.

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