One of the most interesting contemporary debates is on the following question: when to replace the Apple Pencil tip? It has puzzled people since the Apple Pencil came out in 2015. In the last 7 years, a lot of data has been gathered, and we at PenTips have reached a conclusion. Show If you’ve ever wondered, “when should I replace my Apple Pencil tip?”, here’s the answer. Search no more. The Visual SignalsIn many cases you can use your eyes to figure out if it is time to change the tip. The Apple Pencil comes out of the box smooth, but after a while you might see some wear on it. The surface will look a bit jagged, and in the worst cases you might even see the metal underneath the otherwise smooth surface. In these cases, it is time to switch out your Apple Pencil tip for a new one. If not, you might damage your iPad’s display. The Sense SignalsSometimes you might feel as if the Apple Pencil does not glide over the screen as smooth as it once did. You might also notice the iPad doesn’t respond to your input as you would expect. These are signals that the Apple Pencil tip is worn out, and needs replacing. The ClockOnce every two years is a good rule of thumb. Replacing the Apple Pencil tip at this interval will be smart for most users. Perhaps if you use your pencil very much, you should consider doing it more often. Also, if you only use the Pencil to take the occasional screenshot, perhaps after two years the tip is still top. How To Replace the Apple Pencil TipNow that we know when, the “how” becomes the important question. Luckily this is a lot easier to answer. All you need to do is unscrew the old tip and screw on the new one. And remember, Righty-Tighty, Lefty-Loosey! How To Take Care Of Your Apple Pencil TipYou want to take care of your Apple Pencil Tip, because they do not come very cheap. Also, Apple stopped providing a replacement tip in the box. Obviously, don’t drop it. It might have horrible consequences. Another way to prevent wear is using PenTips. This way, the Apple Pencil Tip is protected, and it will keep the tip in good condition for longer. ConclusionFollow what your eyes or your senses tell you, and keep two years as a rough guideline. If you do that, you will be fine. Also, you can protect your Apple Pencil tip by putting a PenTip on top of it. Owners of the second-generation Apple Pencil have it easy. To check the battery, magnetically attach the Apple Pencil to the side of your iPad. A pop-up notification indicating battery status will appear at the top of the iPad's display once the second-generation Apple Pencil is attached. The status only appears briefly, though, and doesn't help owners of the first-generation Apple Pencil. If you want to check the battery on the first generation or check the second generation's battery while it's detached, you'll need to use the Battery widget. This method requires iPadOS 13 or newer.
On iPadOS, widgets that appear at the top of Today View will also appear on the Home Screen when an iPad is used in landscape orientation. You can keep a (nearly) constant eye on your Apple Pencil's battery by moving the Batteries widget to the top of Today View. Is There a Battery in the Apple Pencil?Yes, there is a battery in the Apple Pencil. To be more specific, the Apple Pencil has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It's no different from your phone or laptop, but much smaller. This is a bit different from the Apple Pencil's competitors, like the Microsoft Surface Pen. Many have a replaceable, disposable battery, such as a AAAA battery or a watch battery. These disposable batteries last longer than the Apple Pencil's built-in battery (for several months up to a year), but replacing them can be a hassle. It's not possible to replace the Apple Pencil's battery. The Pencil must be replaced if the battery fails. FAQ
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