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Can I use my Apple Pencil on a Windows Laptop?

As an Apple Pencil enthusiast, I had a burning question: Can I use my Apple Pencil on a Windows Laptop? After a lot of research, testing, and frustration, I’m here to share what I’ve learned and what solutions I’ve come up with. In this blog post, I’ll be exploring the possibilities of using an Apple Pencil with a Windows laptop and giving you all the information you need to make the best decision for your own needs.

The Apple Pencil is designed to be used with the iPad. The Apple Pencil will not work with Windows laptops because they do not have the screen technology that is required to be used with the Apple Pencil.

While you cannot use an Apple Pencil with a Windows laptop, there are some options available to you if you want to draw on your laptop.

Key Takeaways
The Apple Pencil is designed for use with the iPad.
It cannot be used with Windows laptops.
A different pencil or stylus is required for drawing on Windows laptops.
The Apple Pencil can be used on Macbooks with the help of Sidecar.

Can I use my Apple Pencil on a Windows Laptop?

Windows laptops do not feature the technology in their displays that is required for the Apple Pencil to be able to function.

Therefore, it will not be possible for you to use the Apple Pencil on windows laptops; not even as a dumb stylus.

If you want to draw on Windows laptops that feature touch screens, you will need to get a pencil designed for that screen or a regular dumb stylus.

Read more: Can I use the Apple Pencil as a mouse?

Can Apple Pencil work on a Dell laptop?

Dell laptops do not feature the display that is required to work with the Apple Pencil, so you will not be able to use it on Dell laptops.

Can you use the Apple Pencil with Surface laptops?

Surface laptops do not feature the display that is designed to function with the Apple Pencil. Therefore, you can’t use the Apple Pencil with Surface laptops.

If you want to draw on Surface laptops, they do feature a pencil that is designed to work with them.

Read more: How do I wake up the Apple Pencil?

How do I use the pencil in Windows 10?

Unfortunately, you cannot use Apple Pencils on Windows because the displays on Windows machines are not designed to work with the Apple Pencil.

If you want to draw on Windows laptops, you will need a pencil that is designed to work on their screens or a regular dumb stylus, assuming the display features a touch screen.

How do I use the Apple Pencil on my laptop?

If you have a Macbook, you can use the Apple Pencil by connecting an iPad to it using Sidecar. You can then draw on the iPad’s screen which is functioning as a second screen on the Macbook.

Pros of Using an Apple Pencil with a Windows Laptop

  • The Apple Pencil is a great tool for drawing and sketching.
  • The Apple Pencil is more precise than a regular dumb stylus.
  • The Apple Pencil offers pressure sensitivity for more natural-looking drawings.

Cons of Using an Apple Pencil with a Windows Laptop

  • The Apple Pencil cannot be used on Windows laptops because they do not have the screen technology that is required.
  • If you want to draw on Windows laptops, you will need a pencil designed for that screen or a regular dumb stylus.