Apple Pencil 2nd Gen Not Working on iPad Air 4

First reported on r/techsupport on June 26, 2026.

Users are experiencing issues with the Apple Pencil 2nd Gen not working on their iPad Air 4. The issue is caused by a conflict between the pencil and the iPad's operating system. To fix this issue, users need to restart the iPad and try pairing the pencil again.

What it looks like

  • Pencil not working
  • Pencil not pairing

How to fix it

  1. Restart your iPad.
  2. Go to the Settings app.
  3. Click on Bluetooth.
  4. Find your Apple Pencil and tap on it to connect.
  5. Try using your Apple Pencil again.
  6. If it still doesn't work, contact Apple support for further assistance.

Affected products

  • Apple Pencil 2nd Gen
  • iPad Air 4

Sources

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