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Apple pencil is connected but isn’t working

I have connected Apple Pencil with iPad but it isn’t working, why?

iPad, iPadOS 14

Posted on Jan 25, 2021 11:13 PM

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Posted on Jan 26, 2021 5:49 AM

Compatibility - here is the full list. Ensure that you have an iPad that is compatible with the Apple Pencil - and the Pencil that you have:

Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support


Assuming that you have an Apple Pencil that is compatible with your iPad, this support page may be helpful with pairing and use of the Pencil with your iPad:

Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad - 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/


I hope this information and guidance proves to be helpful in resolving any difficulties.


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Jan 26, 2021 5:49 AM in response to sanjeev0896

Compatibility - here is the full list. Ensure that you have an iPad that is compatible with the Apple Pencil - and the Pencil that you have:

Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support


Assuming that you have an Apple Pencil that is compatible with your iPad, this support page may be helpful with pairing and use of the Pencil with your iPad:

Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad - 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/


I hope this information and guidance proves to be helpful in resolving any difficulties.


Apple pencil is connected but isn’t working

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