Apple Pencil not connecting even if it appears as connected

My Apple Pencil appears as connected even though it is not working. The tip is fully screwed on, and I’ve restarted my iPad, updated it to the latest version and disconnected and reconnected it multiple times. I have also checked and the battery is 100%. However, when i plug it in to my iPad while it is connected, the bluetooth device says “not connected” for a second, but it turns back to connected. Please tell me how I can fix this issue, it’s been like this for days.

iPad, iPadOS 16

Posted on Apr 22, 2023 4:22 PM

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Kinross107

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Posted on Aug 7, 2024 4:23 PM

I had the same problem and tried all of the above points.

Finally solved it when I unscrewed the tip and gently cleaned/scraped the metal tip which was exposed after removing the white plastic tip.

It’s now perfect.

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Sasmsmks

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Sep 10, 2024 1:17 AM in response to thebiggestballsinthesummer

I Have a problem with connecting the Apple Pencil to my iPad and every time I try to do it it shows me this picture. Please help me.

Sho-Dan

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Sep 17, 2024 4:47 PM in response to JaiBéni

Same here. iPad Air with Apple Pencil 2. Happened prior to the Os 18 update. I would love assistance as well.

Rikki677

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Sep 19, 2024 1:03 PM in response to Alexia_B5

can this work with the apple pencil 1st generation?

sarat100

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Oct 4, 2024 2:54 PM in response to Sasmsmks

Even I’m facing same issue . Plz let me know if there is any workaround to solve this

sarat100

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Oct 4, 2024 2:55 PM in response to Sasmsmks

ven I’m facing same issue . Plz let me know if there is any workaround to solve this

Kallah1

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Nov 2, 2024 5:55 AM in response to Jane_star15

i tried all this and more as found on YouTube and even apples website.. still nothing.. even bought a new pencil.. still recognised but nothing more.. no writing, no drawing ability at all.

Nov 14, 2024 1:12 PM in response to thebiggestballsinthesummer

I did a restart as alexia said but no avail is there any solution I have to make some important notes..

Nov 27, 2024 12:10 AM in response to Kallah1

I have the same problem and I do believe it has something to do with the systems update.

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