How to Pair an Apple Pencil Pro with Your iPad Pro

Apple Pencil Pro snapping magnetically onto the flat long edge of an iPad Pro

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If you just unboxed an Apple Pencil Pro or it disconnected from your tablet, pairing takes just a single snap. I’ll show you how to magnetically attach and pair your Apple Pencil Pro in seconds.

1. Turn On Bluetooth

Locate Magnetic Strip on iPad Side
Showing the centered magnetic charging strip along the long right side of the iPad frame

Open **Settings** on your iPad, tap **Bluetooth**, and make sure the switch is turned **On**.

2. Locate the Magnetic Strip

Attach Pencil Flat Side Against Frame
Placing the flat magnetic facet of the Apple Pencil firmly against the iPad charging edge

Find the flat magnetic strip centered on the long edge of your iPad frame (under the volume keys).

3. Snap the Pencil onto the Edge

Pencil Pairing Bubble Drops on Screen
iPad display showing top animated pairing bubble with Pencil Pro name and battery level

Center the flat edge of your Apple Pencil Pro against the magnetic connector until it snaps into place.

4. Tap Connect on the Pairing Banner

Test Writing and Squeeze Palette Tool
Testing responsive drawing in Notes app and squeezing stylus barrel to open tool palette

An animated prompt showing your Apple Pencil and its current battery percentage will drop down from the top edge. Tap **Connect** to finish.

Helpful Tips

Apple Pencil Pro works exclusively with M4 iPad Pro, M2/M4 iPad Air, and newer models. For stylus troubleshooting, check our guide on Apple Pencil Pro Battery Life When Unused or explore our Apple iPad hub.

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