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If you own an iPad Pro and an Apple Pencil, it’s essential to keep track of the battery life of your Pencil. If you’re wondering how to check the battery status of your Apple Pencil, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s an easy-to-follow guide to help you check the battery status of your Apple Pencil.
How to Check the Battery Status of Your Apple Pencil
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to check the battery status of your Apple Pencil:
Step 1: Enable the Battery Widget
To enable the iOS 9 Battery widget on your iPad or iPad Pro device:
- Go to the Home screen of your iPad.
- Swipe down from the top of the screen to access the Notification Center.
- Switch to the Today view, scroll down to the bottom, and tap on the “Edit” button.
- You will now see a list of available widgets on your device.
- Tap on the “+” sign next to “Batteries” to enable the widget.
- You can optionally reorder the widgets on this screen if you like.
- Tap Done to finish.
Step 2: Check Your Apple Pencil’s Battery Status
Once you have enabled the Battery widget on your iPad or iPad Pro, you can easily monitor the battery life of your Apple Pencil. Just:
- Swipe down from the top of the screen to access the Notification Center.
- Locate the Batteries widget.
- You will see a “Charged” message next to the Apple Pencil’s icon if it is fully charged.
- If the Apple Pencil’s battery is running low, you’ll see how much battery life remains in a percentage below its icon.
That’s it! Follow these simple steps to check the battery status of your Apple Pencil.
FAQs:
1. How long does the battery of Apple Pencil last?
The battery life of a fully charged Apple Pencil is about 12 hours of use. If the battery runs out while you’re using it, you can charge it for about 15 seconds to get 30 minutes of use.
2. Can I charge my Apple Pencil without an iPad Pro?
Yes, you can charge your Apple Pencil with a Lightning connector by plugging it into a USB port on your computer or any Apple USB power adapter that is compatible with your iPad or iPad Pro.