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When I try pairing my Apple Pencil it says unsuccessful

How do I get my Apple Pencil to work after replacing tip?

iPad Air, iPadOS 15

Posted on Dec 25, 2021 11:06 AM

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Posted on Dec 25, 2021 2:57 PM

When you replace the Tip of an Apple Pencil, it does not require to be paired (connected) to your iPad again. Did you purchase the tips that are sold by Apple or did you buy a third-party product? Was the Apple Pencil working before you changed the tip?

The information that you are looking for exists in this article that you were reviewing earlier ➔ Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad


Axel F.

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Dec 25, 2021 2:57 PM in response to 1Mia1000

When you replace the Tip of an Apple Pencil, it does not require to be paired (connected) to your iPad again. Did you purchase the tips that are sold by Apple or did you buy a third-party product? Was the Apple Pencil working before you changed the tip?

The information that you are looking for exists in this article that you were reviewing earlier ➔ Connect Apple Pencil with your iPad


Axel F.

When I try pairing my Apple Pencil it says unsuccessful

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