How do I pair my Apple Pencil with my iPad?

Pairing Your Apple Pencil with Your iPad

Pairing Apple Pencil (1st Generation):

1. Remove the Cap:

   • Remove the cap from the end of your Apple Pencil to reveal the Lightning connector.

2. Connect to Your iPad:

   • Plug the Lightning connector into the Lightning port on your iPad. Ensure your iPad is unlocked when you do this.

3. Pair Your Apple Pencil:

   • A prompt should appear on your iPad screen asking if you want to pair the Apple Pencil. Tap "Pair" to connect.
   • If the prompt does not appear, ensure Bluetooth is enabled. Go to "Settings," select "Bluetooth," and make sure it is turned on.

Pairing Apple Pencil (2nd Generation):

1. Attach the Apple Pencil to Your iPad:

   • Place the flat side of the Apple Pencil on the magnetic connector located on the right side of your iPad.

2. Pair Your Apple Pencil:

   • When you attach the Apple Pencil, a prompt should appear on your iPad screen asking if you want to pair the Apple Pencil. Tap "Pair" to connect.
   • If the prompt does not appear, ensure Bluetooth is enabled. Go to "Settings," select "Bluetooth," and make sure it is turned on.

Additional Tips:

• Compatibility:

  • Ensure your iPad model is compatible with the Apple Pencil you are using. The Apple Pencil (1st Generation) and Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) are compatible with different models.

• Check Bluetooth:

  • Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your iPad by going to "Settings," then "Bluetooth," and ensuring the switch is turned on.

• Charging:

  • For the 1st Generation Apple Pencil, you can charge it by plugging it into the iPad’s Lightning port or using the included Lightning adapter.
  • For the 2nd Generation Apple Pencil, it charges wirelessly when attached to the magnetic connector on your iPad.

• Unpairing and Re-Pairing:

  • To unpair your Apple Pencil, go to "Settings," select "Bluetooth," find your Apple Pencil in the list, and tap the "i" icon next to it. Then select "Forget This Device." To re-pair, follow the pairing steps again.

By following these steps, you’ll have your Apple Pencil paired to your iPad in no time!