1st gen pencil connection issues

Any other trouble shooting tips when 1st gen pencil won’t connect to ipad 10th gen

iPad, iPadOS 16

Posted on Oct 29, 2022 10:36 PM

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Oct 29, 2022 10:40 PM in response to DJAT01

If your Apple Pencil won't pair with your iPad


  1. Make sure to center your Apple Pencil (2nd generation) on the magnetic connector on the right edge of the iPad. For Apple Pencil (1st generation) and iPad (6th through 9th generations), remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil into the Lightning connector on your iPad. For Apple Pencil (1st generation) and iPad (10th generation), remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil and a USB-C cable into the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter. Plug the other end of the cable into your iPad.
  2. Restart your iPad, then try to pair again.
  3. Go to Settings > Bluetooth and make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.
  4. On the same screen, find your Apple Pencil under My Devices. If you find it, tap . Then tap Forget this Device.
  5. Connect your Apple Pencil into your iPad and tap the Pair button when it appears after a few seconds. 
  6. If the Pair button doesn't appear, wait for one minute while your Apple Pencil charges. Then try connecting your Apple Pencil again and wait until the Pair button appears.
  7. If the Pair button still doesn't appear, contact Apple Support.

Oct 29, 2022 10:47 PM in response to DJAT01

DJAT01 Said:

"1st gen pencil connection issues: Any other trouble shooting tips when 1st gen pencil won’t connect to ipad 10th gen"

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For reference...

Troubleshooting Apple Pencils:


Use these Links:

Syncing is off, or perhaps it is no longer being seen as a trusted device. So, refer to the following...


Verify: the compatibility of your iPad and Apple Pencil


View: If your Apple Pencil won't pair with your iPad


Make Sure: that Bluetooth is enabled


Be Certain: there is power to your Apple Pencil


Successfully: Pair and charge your 2nd Generation Apple Pencil

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