Apple Pencil 1st Generation Won’t Stay Connected? Here’s The Fix!

Tracking down an issue in your iPad’s Bluetooth, VPN, or Wi-Fi settings can be incredibly difficult. Rather than trying to finding it, we’ll completely reset all of the network settings to attempt to erase the corrupt file or setting causing your iPad’s problem.

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap General.
3. Scroll down and tap Transfer Or Reset iPad.
4. Tap Reset.
5. Tap Reset Network Settings.
6. Enter your iPad passcode.
7. Tap Reset when the confirmation alert appears.
8. Your iPad will reset network settings and restart.

Before you can start using your Apple Pencil, you need to make sure that it pairs to your iPad properly.

The Apple Pencil 1st Generation pairs with iPads in a different way than most other Bluetooth devices. Don’t worry, the process is still pretty simple.

Whether you’re pairing for the first time, or you recently disconnected your Apple Pencil from your iPad, follow these steps to get your iPad set up with your Apple Pencil!

1. Remove the cap from the back of your Apple Pencil.
2. Wait for the Pair option to appear on your iPad, then select Pair.
3. Once the devices pair, unplug your Apple Pencil and you’re all set!

One reason an Apple Pencil might stop working normally could be that its Bluetooth connection is experiencing an interference. Like any other Bluetooth connection, removing the Apple Pencil from your iPad’s Bluetooth network can give both devices a chance to form a fresh connection.

1. Open Settings on your iPad.
2. Open the Bluetooth tab.
3. Locate your Apple Pencil in your iPad’s list of Bluetooth devices.
4. Select the blue “i” icon for more information.
5. Select Forget This Device.

A dirty Apple Pencil can cause problems for more than just your hygiene! Keeping your Apple Pencil 1st Generation clean will keep your device running normally, and helps minimize the likelihood of more serious issues.

If your Apple Pencil is malfunctioning, cleaning it is a great step to take early in the troubleshooting process. The Apple Pencil is pretty fragile, so read all of these steps fully before you begin!

1. Add a small amount of moisture to a lint-free or micofiber cloth.
2. Lightly drag the cloth from one end of the Apple Pencil to the other, starting near the tip.
3. Avoid wiping down the Apple Pencil tip.

If your Apple Pencil was working normally one moment then stopped suddenly, its battery may have died! Luckily, you can charge your Apple Pencil 1st Generation with a standard Lightning Cable easily.

1. Remove the cap from the back of your Apple Pencil 1st Generation.
2. Apply the Apple Pencil Lightning Adaptor to the Lighting Input on the back of your Apple Pencil.
3. Plug a Lightning Cable into any power source.
4. Connect the Lightning Cable to the opposite side of the Apple Pencil Lightning Adaptor.

Unlike some other styluses, the Apple Pencil is powered by a battery. If your Apple Pencil suddenly stopped working, it’s possible that it just needs to be charged!

Luckily, charging your Apple Pencil 1st Generation is simple, and there are a few options for how to do it!

1. Remove the cap from the back of your Apple Pencil 1st Generation.
2. Plug the Lightning input on the back of your Apple Pencil into your iPad’s Lightning Port.
3. Your Apple Pencil will fast charge once it is plugged in to your iPad.

There are currently two generations of Apple Pencil, and a wide variety of iPad models. Unfortunately, neither Apple Pencil generation is compatible with every iPad.

If you’re experiencing an issue with your Apple Pencil, the problem might be that your iPad is only designed to work with an Apple Pencil 2nd Generation. Checking the compatibility between your iPad and Apple Pencil can save you time and frustration trying to resolve a number of Apple Pencil malfunctions.

1. Make sure you have an Apple Pencil 1st Generation. If the shape of your Apple Pencil is perfectly round, you can be sure it’s a 1st Generation model.
2. Check your iPad model. Visit Apple’s Identify your iPad model to learn how to identify what type of iPad you have.
3. Visit Apple’s Apple Pencil compatibility page to find out if your iPad should work with your Apple Pencil 1st Generation or not.

Bluetooth gives your iPad the ability to connect to Bluetooth devices such as headphones (including Apple AirPods), speakers, keyboards, and more.

1. Open the Settings app on your iPad.
2. Tap Bluetooth.
3. Tap the switch next Bluetooth. You’ll know the switch is on when it is green and positioned to the right.