The Apple Pencil 1 – the original model – supports more iPads than Apple’s newer Apple Pencil 2. The Apple Pencil 2 uses a USB Type C charger, whereas the OG Apple Pencil uses Apple’s Lightning, and this is where the compatibility issues begin. There are two different versions of the Apple Pencil – the Apple Pencil, released in 2015, and the Apple Pencil 2 which came out alongside the iPad Pro (2018) in 2018.

The reality of Apple Pencil compatibility is actually a lot more confusing. Here’s everything you need to know…īecause Apple makes both the Apple Pencil and the iPad, you’d think the Apple Pencil would be compatible with ALL iPads, right? It’s a fair assumption, but this sadly is NOT the case. If you still don’t see the Pair button, contact Apple Support.Apple makes two versions of the Apple Pencil and each is compatible with different versions of Apple’s iPad.Then try connecting your Apple Pencil again and wait until you see the Pair button. If you don't see the Pair button, wait for one minute while your Apple Pencil charges.Connect your Apple Pencil in to your iPad and tap the Pair button when it appears after a few seconds.On the same screen, look under My Devices for your Apple Pencil.Go to Settings > Bluetooth and make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.Restart your iPad, then try to pair again.For an Apple Pencil (1st generation), remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil into the Lightning connector on your iPad. Make sure to center your Apple Pencil (2nd generation) on the magnetic connector on the right edge of the iPad.

If your Apple Pencil won't pair with your iPad If that doesn’t work, Apple have some other steps you can try: Attaching Apple Pencil to the side of your iPad should connect it to your iPad.

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