A: Answer An Apple 'pencil' is definitely not mandatory IMHO. When I purchased my 11' iPad Pro, I assumed I would eventually purchase the pencil, even bought an iPad case with built in storage for the pencil. However, until I read this question I had forgotten the pencil even existed! A: Answer An Apple 'pencil' is definitely not mandatory IMHO. When I purchased my 11' iPad Pro, I assumed I would eventually purchase the pencil, even bought an iPad case with built in storage for the pencil. However, until I read this question I had forgotten the pencil even existed!

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Sep 11, 2018 The question of “which stylus to get” between the Logitech Crayon and Apple Pencil is really only an issue if you have the latest $329 iPad, which is the only iPad the Crayon is compatible with.

Make sure that you have the Apple Pencil model that works with your iPad.

You might need to charge your Apple Pencil before you can use it.

Mar 29, 2018 GarageBand and Clips are among other apps being improved and enhanced. Also, because the Apple Pencil has already been available for some time, there are plenty of third-party apps that support.
Apple event: New iPad with Apple Pencil, iWork, education apps At Apple’s ‘Field Trip’ event in Chicago, the company introduced an upgraded iPad, a much-improved iWork suite and a range of.

Pair your Apple Pencil (2nd generation) with your iPad

Attach your Apple Pencil to the magnetic connector on the side of your iPad Pro, like this:

Learn what to do if you can't pair or connect your Apple Pencil.

Pair your Apple Pencil (1st generation) with your iPad

Remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil into the Lightning connector on your iPad.

When you see the Pair button, tap it.

After you pair your Apple Pencil, it will stay paired until you restart your iPad, turn on Airplane Mode, or pair with another iPad. Just pair your Apple Pencil again when you're ready to use it.

Learn what to do if you can't pair or connect your Apple Pencil.

Use Apple Pencil

You can use Apple Pencil to write, markup, and draw with built-in apps and apps from the App Store. With some apps, like Notes, you can draw and sketch with an Apple Pencil.

With iPadOS, move the redesigned tool palette around the screen or minimize it so you have more space to draw and sketch. Use the ruler tool to create straight lines, then rotate them with your fingers. Made a mistake? Now you can erase by object or even by pixel.

To draw or sketch in the Notes app:

Open Notes.
Tap to start a new note.
To draw, tap . If you don't see , upgrade your notes. To sketch, tap .
Start your drawing or sketch. You can choose from several drawing tools and colors, and switch to the eraser if you make a mistake. Double-tap the eraser to view erasing options on your iPad. When you draw or sketch, you can tilt your Apple Pencil to shade a line and press more firmly to darken the line.

If you draw near the edge of the screen with your Apple Pencil, iOS and iPadOS won't activate Control Center, Notification Center, or Multitasking. You can draw anywhere on the screen without getting interrupted.

Double-tap Apple Pencil (2nd generation)

On an Apple Pencil (2nd generation), you can double-tap the lower section of Apple Pencil to quickly switch back to the tool you used last. To change your settings for double-tap, go to Settings > Apple Pencil, then choose between:

Switch between current tool and eraser
Switch between current tool and last used
Show color palette
Off

Double-tap only works in supported apps, like Notes.

If your Apple Pencil won't pair with your iPad

Make sure to center your Apple Pencil on the magnetic connector on the right edge of the iPad.
Restart your iPad, then try to pair again.
Go to Settings > Bluetooth and make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.
On the same screen, look under My Devices for your Apple Pencil. If you see it, tap . Then tap Forget this Device.
Connect your Apple Pencil in to your iPad and tap the Pair button when it appears after a few seconds.
If you don't see the Pair button, wait for one minute while your Apple Pencil charges. Then try connecting your Apple Pencil again and wait until you see the Pair button.
If you still don’t see the Pair button, contact Apple Support.

Learn more

Use Markup to add drawings, text, and shapes with your iPad and Apple Pencil.
Learn how to create an instant note from the Lock screen or pick up where you left off on your last note.

As of March 2019, all current iPad models support Apple Pencil first or second-generation. Whether you're starting with an entry-level iPad, taking your iPad Air everywhere you go, running professional programs on an iPad Pro, or scrolling through Apple News+ on an iPad mini, you can use one of the two generations of Apple Pencil. It has full pressure sensitivity for dynamic line thickness, tilt control for shading, palm rejection for full sketching, and works as a simple stylus if you don't want to touch your screen.

To take full advantage of everything you can do with the Apple Pencil, you'll need to know how to use some of the fun little extras. Here's our complete guide to Apple Pencil, whether you're an artist, note-taker, or professional graphics editor.

Meet the Apple Pencil

If you've used a stylus on the iPad or other graphics tablets previously, you'll find some aspects of the Apple Pencil familiar — and others very different. Here's a crash course in all things Apple Pencil for you!

There are two different versions of the Apple Pencil: Apple Pencil (1st Generation) and Apple Pencil (2nd Generation). If you think their names are too similar, consider that they are both white and have nearly the same dimensions. It's important, however, to know the difference between both generations, because neither are supported on all iPad devices.

Apple Pencil (1st Generation) works with:

iPad Air (3rd generation)
iPad mini (5th generation)
iPad (6th generation)
10.2-inch iPad (7th generation)
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)
iPad Pro 10.5-inch
iPad Pro 9.7-inch

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation works with:

iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)
iPad Pro 11-inch

If you're concerned about whether you're selecting the correct generation Apple Pencil, the most distinguishing difference is that the 1st-generation Apple Pencil has a silver band around the top. Apple Pencil (2nd-Generation) does not.

There are some additional distinguishing features that aren't as easily identified in pictures, but in real life are more obvious. Apple Pencil (2nd-Generation) has a matte finish and one flat side. Apple Pencil (1st-Generation) has a smooth, shiny finish and is completely round. The second-generation Apple Pencil has the word 'Apple Pencil' written on its flat side. The first-generation Apple Pencil has a silver band. The first-generation Apple Pencil has a removable cap that exposes a Lightning connector, which is used to pair and charge the Pencil. The second-generation Apple Pencil pairs and charges magnetically, and so doesn't use a Lightning connector (It's also about a half-inch shorter because of this).

Before you get started, make sure you know which generation Apple Pencil you have. Where there are differences in the two (like pairing and charging), we've included sections for each generation separately.

How to pair your Apple Pencil with your iPad

Before you can start using your Apple Pencil, you'll need to pair it to your iPad or iPad Pro. The first and second generation iPad Pro pair differently, so be sure you know your generation before getting started.

How to pair the first-generation Apple Pencil

Make sure the iPad you want to use is on and unlocked, then uncap your Pencil.
Plug in your Pencil to the new iPad.
When the Bluetooth Pairing Request appears, tap Pair.

How to pair the second-generation Apple Pencil to iPad Pro

Make sure the iPad you want to use is on and unlocked.
Place the Apple Pencil on the wide side of the iPad Pro with the magnetic strip.
Tap Pair when the Bluetooth Pairing Request appears.

You can now use your Apple Pencil with your iPad or iPad Pro! If you want to move your Pencil to a different iPad, follow the same steps above with the new one.

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