As an Apple Pencil owner, I was frustrated when my Apple Pencil kept disconnecting from my iPad. After a lot of research, testing, and trial and error, I’m here to share my experience and the solutions I discovered. In this blog post, I’ll discuss why my Apple Pencil was disconnecting and what I did to fix the issue. Hopefully, by the end of this post, you’ll have the answers you need to stop your Apple Pencil from disconnecting.
Likely reasons why your Apple Pencil keeps disconnecting are that your iPad’s Bluetooth is turned on, the pencil tip needs to be replaced or tightened, there is a problem with the app you are using, the battery is dead, your Apple Pencil got wet or you dropped it.
There are actually a number of possible reasons why your Apple Pencil keeps disconnecting and it could be due to a combination of reasons.
However, there are some things you can consider to help figure out the main cause and there are some things you can do about it.
Key Takeaways:
- There are several possible reasons why your Apple Pencil keeps disconnecting, such as your iPad’s Bluetooth being turned on, the pencil tip needing to be replaced or tightened, a problem with the app you are using, the battery being dead, or your Apple Pencil getting wet or being dropped.
- To fix the issue, try charging it, turning the iPad off and on, updating the apps you are using, ensuring the tip of the pencil is connected correctly, replacing the pencil tip, and ensuring your iPad’s Bluetooth is turned on.
- If your Apple Pencil stops working even though it is connected, it could be due to a problem with the apps you are using or an issue with the palm rejection. Try holding the pencil differently to see if that helps.
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Why is my Apple Pencil disconnecting?
Broken Pencil tip
It could be the case that the nib on your Apple Pencil is broken. This would be more likely if it is visibly worn down or if there are scratches on it.
It could also be the case that it is not attached to the Apple Pencil correctly. It would help to make sure that it is connected properly and it would help to replace it if you can do.
Read more: What is the Apple Pencil’s life expectancy?
A problem with your iPad’s Bluetooth
It is still possible for the Apple Pencil to work without being connected to the iPad’s Bluetooth if it is charged.
If your Apple Pencil is not connected to the iPad’s Bluetooth, it will not work properly and it will only work as a dumb stylus without any of the functionality that you get with the Apple Pencil. It would help to ensure that the Bluetooth is turned on on your iPad and that your Apple Pencil is connected to it.
Read more: Where should I store the Apple Pencil?
A problem with the app you are using
If your Apple Pencil only disconnects when you are using certain apps, it might also be the case that there is a problem with the app you have been using. It would help to make sure that your apps are all up to date.
Broken battery
It might also be the case that there is a problem with the battery. This would be more likely if you recently dropped your Apple Pencil allowed it to get wet or allowed it to be at 0% charge for more than a few days.
It would also be more likely if your Apple Pencil runs out of power very quickly or if it is difficult to get it to connect to the iPad. In this case, the only option would be to return it or to buy a new pencil since you cannot replace the battery.
It would help to consider if your Apple Pencil was recently dropped, allowed to get wet or you allowed it to be at 0% charge for more than a few days. There are some users who have reported that their Apple Pencils died after being at 0% charge for more than a few days.
How to get my Apple Pencil to stay connected?
In order to get your Apple Pencil to stop disconnecting, it would help to try the following:
- Charge it
- Turn the iPad off and on
- Update the apps you are using
- Ensure the tip of the pencil is connected correctly
- Replace the pencil tip
- Ensure your iPad’s Bluetooth is turned on
If none of that works, you could try taking it to an Apple Store to see if they find a problem with it. Otherwise, you will likely need to replace the pencil itself.
Why does my Apple Pencil disconnect randomly?
If your Apple Pencil disconnects randomly, it could be because the tip needs to be replaced, your Apple Pencil is not charged, the Bluetooth is not turned on on your iPad, the battery is broken, or a problem with the apps you are using. It would help to see if your pencil still disconnects when it is only the pencil tip that is touching the screen.
However, it could also be the case that the pencil is faulty. This would be more likely if the problem has appeared suddenly.
Why does my Apple Pencil stop working even though it is connected?
If your Apple Pencil stops working even though it is connected, it could be because of a problem with the apps you are using and it would help to see if they need an update.
However, it might be the case that the palm rejection is not working properly. It would help to see if your Apple Pencil stops working when it is only the pencil tip touching the screen, if it stops working only when your palm is touching the screen, it might be due to an issue with the palm rejection and it would help to try holding the pencil differently.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| – Provides detailed information on why the Apple Pencil may be disconnecting. | – Some of the tips may not be applicable in all cases. |
| – Explains the various causes of an Apple Pencil disconnection. | – The tips may not fix the issue in all scenarios. |
| – Offers troubleshooting tips to fix the issue. | – May not provide a solution for all types of Apple Pencil issues. |
| – Provides information for different scenarios. |
