1. Slide open the end of Apple Pencil and connect it to the USB-C charge cable that came with your iPad.
    Apple Pencil with the end slid open to reveal the USB-C connector.
  2. Connect the other end of the USB-C charge cable to the USB-C connector on iPad.
  3. Do any of the following:
    • Pair Apple Pencil: Tap “Tap to Connect.”
      After you pair Apple Pencil, you can disconnect it from the USB-C charge cable. Apple Pencil stays paired until you restart your iPad, turn off Bluetooth®, or pair with another iPad. Just pair Apple Pencil again you’re ready to use it.
    • Charge Apple Pencil: Apple Pencil charges while it’s plugged into your iPad.
Tip: You can also charge Apple Pencil using the USB-C charge cable and power adapter that came with your iPad.