iPad Apple Notes Apple Pencil Handwriting Disappearing

Hello, I’m using an iPad Pro M1 iPadOS 16.3 with Apple Pencil in Apple Notes, and as I handwrite in the app, sometimes my handwriting disappears a few seconds after I write it. It seems to do this whether I’m connected to WiFi, Cellular, or Offline. Is this a known bug and/or is there a fix on the way?

iPad Pro, iPadOS 16

Posted on Feb 8, 2023 06:56 PM

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WinsC1

Community Specialist

Feb 11, 2023 09:44 AM in response to anatastic

Hey anatastic,

We'd recommend reviewing this article as it provides more information on using Notes: Use Notes on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

For assistance on this, we'd recommend contacting Apple Support here: Get Support

Thanks!

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