Pencil compatible

I just got a second generation Apple Pencil for Christmas, will this work with the version of iPad? If so, how do I hook it up?

iPad, iPadOS 16

Posted on Dec 29, 2022 04:46 PM

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Dec 29, 2022 04:55 PM in response to Skylar_Franks1

Here is Apple’s definitive compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:

Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support

Assuming your Pencil and ipad are compatible, this support page describes setup:

Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad - Apple Support

This guide from iMore may also be useful:

https://www.imore.com/apple-pencil-ultimate-guide

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Dec 29, 2022 04:48 PM in response to Skylar_Franks1

For the complete compatibility list, please see: Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support

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Dec 29, 2022 05:11 PM in response to Skylar_Franks1

I'm going to hazard a guess that, as you're having to ask, the answer is "no" because it should be obvious if your iPad is compatible as it will have a magnetic docking port on one side. If your iPad lacks a magnetic docking port, the Pencil isn't compatible.

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