Apple Pencil usb-c charging issue

I purchased an Apple pencil usb-c for my iPad 10th Gen and somehow it is not charging now tried all ways possible yet facing a lot of issue connecting my Apple Pencil. Somebody please help

iPad, iPadOS 26

Posted on Jul 2, 2026 11:02 AM

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Posted on Jul 2, 2026 3:44 PM

The only way to charge/pair an Apple USB-C Pencil with a compatible iPad (i.e., the iPad itself has a USB-C port) is to connect the Pencil to the iPad using a USB-C to USB-C charging cable - such as that supplied with your iPad.


While a USB-C Pencil can be magnetically attached to the inductive charging dock of the host iPad when it is not being used, the Pencil cannot be charged - as the USB-C Pencil does not support inductive charging.


The iPad User Guide provides more information:

Pair and charge Apple Pencil (USB-C) with iPad - Apple Support



If your iPad and Pencil are not operating as expected, try a forced-restart - as this will often clear an isolated software issue:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.





If the problem persists after performing the restart, it may be necessary to reset your iPad settings. While this reset will not cause any loss of data, as a precaution, it is always wise to ensure that you have a current iCloud or iTunes backup before performing the reset:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


When you are happy to proceed, you can perform the reset from iPad settings:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset > Reset All Settings


If the problem still doesn’t clear, the next step is to reset the iPad to factory settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support


Otherwise, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page. Alternatively you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to hands-on test and assess your iPad, Pencil and charging cable. If a fault is identified, you'll be in the best possible place to explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Jul 2, 2026 3:44 PM in response to vaishnavi277

The only way to charge/pair an Apple USB-C Pencil with a compatible iPad (i.e., the iPad itself has a USB-C port) is to connect the Pencil to the iPad using a USB-C to USB-C charging cable - such as that supplied with your iPad.


While a USB-C Pencil can be magnetically attached to the inductive charging dock of the host iPad when it is not being used, the Pencil cannot be charged - as the USB-C Pencil does not support inductive charging.


The iPad User Guide provides more information:

Pair and charge Apple Pencil (USB-C) with iPad - Apple Support



If your iPad and Pencil are not operating as expected, try a forced-restart - as this will often clear an isolated software issue:


Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

  1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
  3. Press and hold the top button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.





If the problem persists after performing the restart, it may be necessary to reset your iPad settings. While this reset will not cause any loss of data, as a precaution, it is always wise to ensure that you have a current iCloud or iTunes backup before performing the reset:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


When you are happy to proceed, you can perform the reset from iPad settings:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset > Reset All Settings


If the problem still doesn’t clear, the next step is to reset the iPad to factory settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support


Otherwise, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page. Alternatively you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to hands-on test and assess your iPad, Pencil and charging cable. If a fault is identified, you'll be in the best possible place to explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

Apple Pencil usb-c charging issue

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