When I charge my Apple Pencil by plugging it into my iPad, the electronic connection does not seem to work. The Apple Pencil does not work. Is there anything I need to set or do to match the Pencil to the iPad?
Andrew
iPad, iPadOS 16
Here is Apple’s definitive compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:
Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support
The first and second generation Pencil use an entirely different pairing and charging interface.
The second generation Pencil can only be used with iPad models that have the magnetic/inductive dock that is exclusively designed for the Pencil. Charging is controlled via the iPad magnetic dock.
The first generation Apple Pencil uses the physical Lightning port of the Pencil and host iPad for both pairing and charging the first generation Pencil. The first generation Pencil can also be charged using an inline charging adapter and the iPad’s Power Adapter. This pencil can only be used with compatible iPad models that have a Lightning connector; with the sole exception of the new iPad10, requiring a special adapter, iPad models that feature a USB-C port lack any means by which to pair with a first generation Pencil.
In summary, the Apple Pencil models are not interchangeable - and can only be used with the iPad that has appropriate internal hardware.
Here is Apple’s definitive compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:
Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support
The first and second generation Pencil use an entirely different pairing and charging interface.
The second generation Pencil can only be used with iPad models that have the magnetic/inductive dock that is exclusively designed for the Pencil. Charging is controlled via the iPad magnetic dock.
The first generation Apple Pencil uses the physical Lightning port of the Pencil and host iPad for both pairing and charging the first generation Pencil. The first generation Pencil can also be charged using an inline charging adapter and the iPad’s Power Adapter. This pencil can only be used with compatible iPad models that have a Lightning connector; with the sole exception of the new iPad10, requiring a special adapter, iPad models that feature a USB-C port lack any means by which to pair with a first generation Pencil.
In summary, the Apple Pencil models are not interchangeable - and can only be used with the iPad that has appropriate internal hardware.
stansama wrote:
I don't know how to use the Apple Pencil. Nothing happens when I try to write.
These support pages may be helpful with pairing and use of the Pencil with your iPad:
Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad - Apple Support
Charge your Apple Pencil and check the battery - Apple Support
If you continue to experience difficulties, here is one of the better troubleshooting guides:
https://appletoolbox.com/apple-pencil-not-working-heres-our-troubleshooting-guide/
Which model iPad? Which generation Apple pencil?
Here is a link to Apple's compatibility list:
Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support
If the pencil has been left uncharged for a long period of
time, the battery in it may have sustained damage and
be unable to hold a charge; in such a case, the pencil
will need to be replaced.
My iPad seems to have developed a film of oil on the surface, and that may be why the Pencil is not charging correctly. How do I determine if the battery on the Pencil is holding a charge or not? Might the problem be solved by replacing the tip of the Pencil? Would recharging it a number of times make a difference? Would charging it with the wall adapter that came with the unit make any difference? Or cleaning the lightning port? I would like to find a remedy that may work without the expense of buying a new Pencil.
Thanks again for your reply
Andrew
I don't know how to use the Apple Pencil. Nothing happens when I try to write.
How do I match an Apple Pencil to an iPad?
