Pair the Apple Pencil with your iPad Pro
Attach Apple Pencil to the iPad Pro for magnetic pairing and charging if supported
Open a note-taking app or supported drawing app
Tap the screen with Apple Pencil to write, draw, or sketch
Use the tip to select, edit, and navigate in supported apps
Press the side button on Apple Pencil Pro for tools and shortcuts if supported
Squeeze Apple Pencil Pro to open the tool palette if supported
Double-tap Apple Pencil 2 to switch tools if supported
Use Apple Pencil to mark up documents and screenshots
Use Apple Pencil to sign forms and PDFs
Use Apple Pencil to highlight text in supported apps
Use Apple Pencil for handwriting input with Scribble if enabled
Charge Apple Pencil by attaching it to the iPad Pro or using the proper charging method for your model
Check Apple Pencil battery level in the Batteries widget or on the iPad
Keep the tip clean and replace it if it becomes worn
Unpair or reconnect Apple Pencil in Bluetooth settings if needed
