Where should I store the Apple Pencil?

As an Apple Pencil owner, I’ve been frustrated with where to store it. After some research and testing, I’m here to share how I solved the problem, as well as other solutions I’ve discovered. In this blog post, I’ll be discussing where the best places to store your Apple Pencil are. Whether you want to keep it by your desk, in your bag, or somewhere else, I’ll offer my advice and insights to help you make the best decision for your needs.

For most people, the most convenient place to store the Apple Pencil 2 is attached to the side of the iPad. This will also help to avoid allowing the battery to go down to 0% charge for too long which can cause it to die.

If you have the Apple Pencil 1, you can also get attachments for the iPad that will allow you to keep the Apple Pencil attached to the iPad when you are not using it.

Key Takeaways
The best place to store the Apple Pencil 2 is magnetically attached to the side of the iPad.
If you have the Apple Pencil 1, you can buy an attachment to keep it attached to the iPad.
It is not an issue to keep the Apple Pencil connected all the time.
It is better to keep the pencil charged to 100% regularly than it is to allow the Apple Pencil to have 0% charge for too long.
Keeping the Apple Pencil attached to the iPad is beneficial so that it is easy to use when needed.
It is important not to allow the Apple Pencil to be at 0% charge for too long because it can permanently damage the battery.

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Where should I store the Apple Pencil?

If you have the Apple Pencil 2, it would be easiest to just magnetically attach it to the side of the iPad when you are not using it.

By doing this, you will be able to keep your Apple Pencil charged for when you need it and the pencil will be readily available to you when you need it. It should also help you to avoid losing your Apple Pencil because it will always be with your iPad.

You can do something similar with the Apple Pencil 1 by buying an attachment, that you can put on the iPad, which will allow you to keep your Apple Pencil 1 attached to the iPad. However, you will still need to remember to charge it occasionally.

Is it ok to leave the Apple Pencil attached to the iPad?

A lot of people worry about having the Apple Pencil connected all the time. However, this is not an issue because the circuitry is designed not to continue charging the pencil beyond 100%.

Also, it is much better to keep the pencil charged to 100% regularly than it is to allow the Apple Pencil to have 0% charge for too long since this can cause the battery to die.

While the battery will lose some of its capacity over time, it is not such an issue because the battery can last for 12 hours. So, even if it were to lose 50% of its capacity, you would still be able to expect it to work for about 6 hours on a single charge.

Also, if you do not leave the pencil docked, you risk losing the pencil since they can be easily lost.

Sacrificing a small amount of power loss over time will be a better option for most people if it allows for a lot more convenience and a lower chance of losing the pencil.

Keeping the Apple Pencil attached to the iPad also is beneficial because it will make it much easier for you to use it whenever you need it. This by itself is worth sacrificing a small amount of longevity for most people.

Why you must not allow the Apple Pencil to be at 0% charge for too long

There are a number of users who have had their Apple Pencil batteries die when left at 0% charge for more than a few days. If the battery is left at a 0% charge for too long, it can result in the battery dying because it is not able to maintain itself.

Therefore, it is important that you make sure that your Apple Pencil is not able to be at a 0% charge for too long.

The easiest way to do this is to just leave it attached to the iPad, when not in use, if it is the Apple Pencil 2. If it is the Apple Pencil 1, you will need to remember to charge it occasionally.

How do I keep my Apple Pencil safe?

The Apple Pencil can be lost, stolen, a dog can chew it, it can be broken via dropping or getting wet or it can be broken due to the battery dying.

To keep your Apple Pencil safe, it would help to keep it attached to your iPad so that it is not lying around where it might be taken, damaged or lost.

Pros and Cons of Storing Your Apple Pencil

Pros:

Easy to access when needed.

Less likely to be lost.
Less likely to be damaged.
Helpful to keep the battery charged.

Cons:

Battery might not last as long as it would if not attached to the iPad.
Can be more prone to damage if not stored properly.