User level: Level 1 (4 points)bought a brand new usb-c pencil, for 10th generation ipad, it does not seem to recognize it at all. what am i doing wrong?
Posted on Oct 11, 2026 12:40 PM
User level: Level 10 (334,506 points)Oct 11, 2026 3:06 PM in response to camjamsai
The only method by which USB-C Apple Pencils can be paired with the your iPad10 is by connecting the Pencil using its charging cable to the host iPad.
Explicit instructions are included within the iPad User Guide. Here is a link to the relevant sections of the Guide:
Pair and charge Apple Pencil (USB-C) with iPad - Apple Support
The first generation Pencil is charged and paired from iPad10 using the iPad charging cable - and an Apple USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter:
If your Pencil is not pairing or charging, you would be well advised to visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad, Pencil, Charging Adapter and cable(s):
User level: Level 10 (280,982 points)Oct 11, 2026 12:47 PM in response to camjamsai
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256374362