It may be rather strange to charge an Apple Pencil. Regardless of the generation you’re using, the Apple Pencil is a fantastic piece of equipment that can unleash a ton of creativity and productivity on an iPad.
But finding out how to actually charge your Apple Pencil might be confusing and cumbersome, so we’ve got a simple instruction for you right here.
How to charge a second-gen Apple Pencil
A few years ago, Apple updated the Pencil with a few additional capabilities and a much-welcomed new charging method. Therefore, it is quite easy:
- Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on your compatible iPad
- Attach the Apple Pencil to the iPad’s side, below the volume controls.
- It will begin to charge and magnetize in its position.
That’s all there is to it; your iPad should detect the Pencil and begin charging it wirelessly.
How to charge a first-gen Apple Pencil
On the first-generation Apple Pencil, things are a little less elegant; in fact, this is one major reason Apple upgraded it at all.
Things are a little less exciting now that there is no wireless charging.
- Take off the Apple Pencil’s end cap.
- Connect your iPad to the exposed Lighting connection
- Alternatively, attach a wired charger using the provided adaptor.
How long does it take an Apple Pencil to charge?
Apple Pencils charge up nicely quickly a full charge takes around 30 minutes. However rapid charging eliminates the need for even that much time. You can work for 30 minutes after only 15 seconds on the charger, which is a fantastic return.
What iPads can wireless charge an Apple Pencil?
The list is below if you own a second-generation Apple Pencil and are wondering which iPad models can really charge it wirelessly.
- iPad Air (4th generation and later)
- iPad Mini (6th generation).
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)
- iPad Pro 11-inch
Because of this, don’t anticipate wireless charging if your iPad isn’t on the list.
