Apple Pencil

Dream it up.
Jot it down.

Apple Pencil sets the standard for how drawing, note‑taking, and marking up documents should feel — intuitive, precise, and magical. With pixel‑perfect precision, low latency, tilt sensitivity, and support for palm rejection, Apple Pencil is incredibly easy to use and ready when inspiration strikes.

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Three iPads, front facing, side by side. On left, iPad 10th generation, portrait orientation with Apple Pencil 1st generation. In middle, iPad Pro, landscape orientation, displaying a colorful drawing with Apple Pencil Pro attached to the top. On right, iPad mini, landscape orientation with Apple Pencil 2nd generation attached to the top. Apple Pencil USB-C is laid horizontally across the front iPad Pro and iPad mini.

Apple Pencil sets the standard for how drawing, note‑taking, and marking up documents should feel — intuitive, precise, and magical. With pixel‑perfect precision, low latency, tilt sensitivity, and support for palm rejection, Apple Pencil is incredibly easy to use and ready when inspiration strikes.

View all Apple Pencil features

New Apple Pencil Pro

Apple Pencil Pro adds even more magical capabilities to help bring your ideas to life. Advanced features like squeeze, barrel roll, and haptic feedback make marking up, taking notes, and creating a masterpiece more intuitive than ever. Use Apple Pencil hover to preview exactly where Apple Pencil Pro will touch down on the display,1 and double-tap to quickly switch tools. And if you misplace it while you’re out and about or at home, you can easily locate it in the Find My app. Apple Pencil Pro pairs, charges, and stores magnetically on the side of your iPad.

User holding Apple Pencil Pro, a vibrant brush line is following User holding Apple Pencil Pro, a vibrant brush line is following

Apple Pencil Pro adds even more magical capabilities to help bring your ideas to life. Advanced features like squeeze, barrel roll, and haptic feedback make marking up, taking notes, and creating a masterpiece more intuitive than ever. Use Apple Pencil hover to preview exactly where Apple Pencil Pro will touch down on the display,1 and double-tap to quickly switch tools. And if you misplace it while you’re out and about or at home, you can easily locate it in the Find My app. Apple Pencil Pro pairs, charges, and stores magnetically on the side of your iPad.

Compatible with

  • iPad Pro 13-inch
    (M4)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch
    (M4)
  • iPad Air 13-inch
    (M2)
  • iPad Air 11-inch
    (M2)
iPad Pro, landscape orientation, displaying a rendering using Octane X. Apple Pencil Pro is attached and lays horizontally at the top. iPad Pro, landscape orientation, displaying a rendering using Octane X. Apple Pencil Pro is attached and lays horizontally at the top.
Octane X

Apple Pencil2nd generation

Apple Pencil (2nd generation) delivers pixel-perfect precision and low latency, and is as easy and natural to use as a pencil. It has tilt and pressure sensitivity so you can write and draw naturally with varying line weights, subtle shading, and a wide range of artistic effects. Use Apple Pencil hover to preview your mark before you make it,1 and double-tap to quickly switch tools. Apple Pencil (2nd generation) pairs, charges, and stores magnetically on the side of your iPad.

Apple Pencil 2nd generation, upright at an angle with the tip pointing down. The top of Apple Pencil 2nd generation is curved and shows an Apple logo and name of the product. A shadow effect is shown at the bottom. Apple Pencil 2nd generation, upright at an angle with the tip pointing down. The top of Apple Pencil 2nd generation is curved and shows an Apple logo and name of the product. A shadow effect is shown at the bottom.

Apple Pencil (2nd generation) delivers pixel-perfect precision and industry-leading low latency and is as easy and natural to use as a pencil. It has tilt and pressure sensitivity so you can write and draw naturally with varying line weights, subtle shading, and a wide range of artistic effects. Use Apple Pencil hover to preview your mark before you make it,1 and double-tap to quickly switch tools. Apple Pencil (2nd generation) pairs, charges, and stores magnetically on the side of your iPad.

Compatible with

  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch
    (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)

  • iPad Pro 11-inch
    (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)     iPad Air
    (4th and 5th generation)

  • iPad Air
    (4th and 5th generation)     iPad Pro 11-inch
    (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)

  • iPad mini
    (6th generation)
iPad mini on left, portrait orientation, showing a graphic of a dinner menu. To the right, iPad mini, landscape orientation showing an illustration with Apple Pencil 2nd generation attached to the top. iPad mini on left, portrait orientation, showing a graphic of a dinner menu. To the right, iPad mini, landscape orientation showing an illustration with Apple Pencil 2nd generation attached to the top.
Affinity Designer 2 for iPad, Procreate

Apple PencilUSB-C

Apple Pencil (USB‑C) provides pixel-perfect precision, low latency, and tilt sensitivity and feels as natural and responsive as using a pencil on paper. It’s perfect for marking up, taking notes, and more. Use Apple Pencil hover to preview your mark before you make it.1 Apple Pencil (USB‑C) pairs and charges via USB‑C and magnetically attaches to the side of iPad for storage.2

Apple Pencil USB-C, upright at an angle with the tip pointing down. The top is curved and shows the where the top slides open to connect to a USB-C cable. An Apple logo and name of the product is shown at the top. A shadow effect is shown at the bottom. Apple Pencil USB-C, upright at an angle with the tip pointing down. The top is curved and shows the where the top slides open to connect to a USB-C cable. An Apple logo and name of the product is shown at the top. A shadow effect is shown at the bottom.

Apple Pencil (USB‑C) provides pixel-perfect precision, low latency, and tilt sensitivity and feels as natural and responsive as using a pencil on paper. It’s perfect for marking up, taking notes, and more. Use Apple Pencil hover to preview your mark before you make it.1 Apple Pencil (USB‑C) pairs and charges via USB‑C and magnetically attaches to the side of iPad for storage.2

Compatible with

  • iPad Pro 13-inch
    (M4)

  • iPad Pro 11-inch
    (M4)     iPad Air
    (4th and 5th generation)

  • iPad Air 13-inch
    (M2)     iPad Air 11-inch
    (M2)     iPad Pro 12.9-inch
    (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)

  • iPad Air
    (4th and 5th generation)     iPad
    (10th generation)

  • iPad mini
    (6th generation)     iPad Pro 12.9-inch
    (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)     iPad Pro 11-inch
    (M4)

  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch
    (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)     iPad Pro 11-inch
    (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)     iPad mini
    (6th generation)

  • iPad Pro 11-inch
    (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)     iPad Air
    (4th and 5th generation)

  • iPad Air 11-inch
    (M2)     iPad mini
    (6th generation)

  • iPad
    (10th generation)     iPad Air 13-inch
    (M2)
    iPad Air 11-inch
    (M2)

On left, iPad 10th generation, landscape orientation, displaying a graphic with notes and a drawing with Apple Pencil USB-C attached at top. On right, iPad mini, landscape orientation showing a colorful illustration made with ProCreate. On left, iPad 10th generation, landscape orientation, displaying a graphic with notes and a drawing with Apple Pencil USB-C attached at top. On right, iPad mini, landscape orientation showing a colorful illustration made with ProCreate.
Goodnotes 6, Procreate

Apple Pencil1st generation

Apple Pencil (1st generation) opens up ways to express your ideas and creativity. It has tilt and pressure sensitivity so you can write and draw naturally with varying line weights, subtle shading, and a wide range of artistic effects. It’s perfect for sketching masterpieces, painting watercolors, and turning blank pages into beautiful works of art. Apple Pencil (1st generation) pairs and charges via Lightning.

Apple Pencil 1st generation, upright at an angle with the tip pointing down. The top shows a silver ring with the product name. A shadow effect is shown at the bottom. Apple Pencil 1st generation, upright at an angle with the tip pointing down. The top shows a silver ring with the product name. A shadow effect is shown at the bottom.

Apple Pencil (1st generation) opens up ways to express your ideas and creativity. It has tilt and pressure sensitivity so you can write and draw naturally with varying line weights, subtle shading, and a wide range of artistic effects. It’s perfect for sketching masterpieces, painting watercolors, and turning blank pages into beautiful works of art. Apple Pencil (1st generation) pairs and charges via Lightning.

Compatible with

  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch
    (1st and 2nd generation)

    iPad Pro 10.5-inch

    iPad Pro 9.7-inch

    iPad Air
    (3rd generation)

  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch
    iPad Pro 9.7-inch     iPad Air
    (3rd generation)     iPad
    (6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and
    10th generation    )3
    iPad mini
    (5th generation)

  • iPad Air
    (3rd generation)     iPad mini
    (5th generation)

  • iPad
    (6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and
    10th generation    )3

  • iPad mini
    (5th generation)     iPad Pro 10.5-inch iPad Pro 9.7-inch

iPad 10th generation, landscape orientation, displaying a photograph in use with the Affinity Photo 2 for iPad app. Apple Pencil 1st generation leans against the side of the iPad. iPad 10th generation, landscape orientation, displaying a photograph in use with the Affinity Photo 2 for iPad app. Apple Pencil 1st generation leans against the side of the iPad.
Affinity Photo 2 for iPad

Apple Pencil
features

New
Apple Pencil
Pro

Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)(2nd gen.)

Apple Pencil
(USB‑C)

Apple Pencil
(1st generation)(1st gen.)

New
Apple Pencil
Pro

Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)(2nd gen.)

Apple Pencil
(USB‑C)

Apple Pencil
(1st generation)(1st gen.)

Pixel-perfect precision

Write, sketch, and draw with precision.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Low latency

Feels as natural and responsive as using a
pencil on paper.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Tilt sensitivity

Tilt Apple Pencil for shading
and other effects.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Pressure sensitivity

Responds naturally to pressure, from
a light touch to a deeper press.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Attaches magnetically

Stay ready when inspiration strikes.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Wireless pairing and charging

Automatically pairs and charges
when attached.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Supports Apple Pencil hover1

Preview your mark before you make it.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Double-tap to change tools

Quickly switch between tools.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Barrel roll

Rotate the barrel to change orientation of shaped pen and brush tools.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Squeeze

Opens a palette to switch tools,
line weights, and colors.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Haptic feedback

Feel feedback when squeezing, tapping, and more.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Find My

Easily find Apple Pencil in the Find My app.

Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Not compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)

Find the Apple Pencil that works with your iPad.

Top right corner of iPad Pro with top of Apple Pencil Pro alongside. Top left corner of iPad Air with the tip of Apple Pencil USB-C alongside. Top right corner of iPad Pro with top of Apple Pencil Pro alongside. Top left corner of iPad Air with the tip of Apple Pencil USB-C alongside.

Apple Pencil

2nd generation

The top of Apple Pencil 2nd generation is shown with a rounded tip, Apple logo, and the word Pencil. The top of Apple Pencil 2nd generation is shown with a rounded tip, Apple logo, and the word Pencil.
New

Apple Pencil Pro

The top of Apple Pencil Pro is shown with a rounded tip, Apple logo, and the words Pencil Pro. The top of Apple Pencil Pro is shown with a rounded tip, Apple logo, and the words Pencil Pro.

Apple Pencil

USB-C2

The top of Apple Pencil USB-C is shown with a rounded top, Apple logo, and the word Pencil. The tip shows a line to represent where the cap slides open to allow connection to a USB-C cable. The top of Apple Pencil USB-C is shown with a rounded top, Apple logo, and the word Pencil. The tip shows a line to represent where the cap slides open to allow connection to a USB-C cable.

Apple Pencil

1st generation3

The top of Apple Pencil 1st generation is shown with a rounded tip, a silver band encircles it with the product name. The top of Apple Pencil 1st generation is shown with a rounded tip, a silver band encircles it with the product name.

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