ipad 10th gen

Hi there, can the 10th generation ipad be used without a pencil?

Posted on Dec 11, 2022 4:17 PM

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Posted on Dec 13, 2022 4:27 PM

Yes.

No problem.

Any Apple Pencil compatible iPad can be used without an Apple Pencil.

An Apple Pencil is an optional purchased accessory. It is NOT a mandatory accessory to be able to use an iPad.

iPads,,like any other touch screen devices are, primarily, finger touch devices.

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Dec 14, 2022 8:15 AM in response to Taksanmocar

Hi Taksanmocar,


Thank you for participating in the Apple Support Communities. It looks like you came from the following support article: Use Apple Pencil with your iPad - Apple Support


To answer your question, you do not need to use the Apple Pencil with your iPad. However, if you would like to see if your iPad is compatible with the Apple Pencil, here is a link to help: Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support


Have a great day.


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