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ifunanya98
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

How can I stop my apple pencil from writing before I even press it to the iPad screen?

How can I stop my apple pencil from writing before I even press it to the iPad screen? I have the Apple Pencil USB-C and an iPad A16. When writing in Goodnotes, I will begin writing but before I even do, just with the pencil hovering for less than 1 second, it will create a small mark. This also happens when I lift my pencil up when I finish writing. It will leave a small mark on the screen from it hovering when I lift it up.

Posted on Oct 21, 2026 8:58 AM

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WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Oct 21, 2026 1:01 PM in response to ifunanya98

To stop your Apple Pencil from making stray marks while hovering, tighten the pencil tip by twisting it clockwise until snug, remove any thick screen protectors or magnetic cases that interfere with digitizer sensitivity, or check if the tip is worn down and needs replacement. 

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256380307