Have you been using your Apple Pencil for quite some time? Constant use over time makes the tip wears down and is a little less sensitive. Unlike a normal pencil, we won’t always know when it’s time to make the change. So in today’s article, we will see when to change the tip of the Apple Pencil, and there are a few key factors.
Whether you are an artist, a student or just a standard user, Apple Pencil and iPad are a perfect match to work efficiently. However, like most gadgets, Apple Pencils do not last a lifetime and there are some parts that are affected even more by the passage of time and use. Their tips wear out or become unresponsive over time. Fortunately, Apple offers replacements of pencil tips that you can change by yourself.
But while changing the tip, you need to be cautious as you might damage your Apple Pencil. If you’re not sure when and how to do it, read this article. Let’s start with the basics.
Lifespan of Apple Pencil
The lifespan depends on your use and how well you maintain it. If you are an intensive user, you should replace it within approximately 6 months. On the other hand, if you don’t use the stylus often, it will last you more than a year without any replacement.
To replace the tip, simply squeeze the old tip itself with two fingers and turn counter-clockwise until it unscrews. Now our pencil would be blunt, simply place the new tip in the hole left by the old one, and turn clockwise until it is tight. As simple as that. But I’ll explain it to you in more detail shortly.
When to replace the tip of the Apple Pencil?
Here I am going to show you some examples that indicate that it is time to replace the tip of your Apple Pencil.
It feels bumpy
The tip of the Apple Pencil is round and smooth.. But after using it for some time, the tip feels jagged, it doesn’t give us a straight and steady stroke. It doesn’t move as smoothly while sliding on the screen as it used to. So if you feel the same way while using your Apple Pencil, it’s time to change the tip.
Other than that, if you see metal appearing inside the tip, obviously you should replace it as soon as possible, as the metal end may damage the screen of your iPad.
Your iPad does not respond correctly
If your iPad isn’t responding to Apple Pencil correctly, it could be due to an overly worn tip . But before you jump to any conclusions, unpair, pair, and charge your Apple Pencil and see if your iPad responds to itâmaybe it was just a battery theme.
If you find this doesn’t work, change the tip and try your Apple Pencil again. Replacing the tip of the Apple Pencil should be a last resort, and only done when really necessary.
A lot of time has passed
If you are a user who does not use the Apple Pencil intensively, it is true that the tip will last us a long time. But that doesn’t mean it lasts forever. It is better to change the tip after one or two yearsalthough we have used it very little, although it is always convenient to do a prior check.
Where to find Apple Pencil replacement tips?
Apple Pencil tips are available on the official website, in the support part. Other than that, the tips are available through many online retailers, but come on, it’s very simple.
What is really important is to buy Apple Pencil spare parts on official pages or stores, to always have the best possible user experience, and that our way of working on the iPad is not ruined.
How do you replace an Apple Pencil tip?
To replace the Apple Pencil, you have to unscrew the current tip. To do so, follow these steps:
- You must first squeeze the current tip between two fingers.
- Twist the tip counterclockwise to unscrew it.
- The old tip of the Apple Pencil should now be out.
- Now that the old tip is out, take a new tip, and place it in the gap left by the old one.
- Now screw the tip in by turning it clockwise until the tip is tight.
And that’s it! You have successfully replaced the tip of your Apple Pencil. Now you can start working.
some frequently asked questions
You should know that when we buy a Apple Pencil, this one comes with a replacement tip. At least Apple used to provide an extra tip refill with the first-generation Apple Pencil.
However, after releasing the 2nd generation Apple Pencil, the company removed all additional accessories, under the same pretense I guess, as when they removed the charger from the iPhone. Therefore, you will have to purchase replacement nibs yourself, in addition to purchasing the stylus itself.
The pencil tips are durableBut like everything, it’s subjective. It all depends on how much you use it. If you use the stylus for hours every day, you may need to replace it every five or six months, and if you don’t use it much, the tip will last for over a year.
Finally tell you that you can use the same tip for both the first generation Apple Pencil and the second generation Apple Pencil. Just make sure they are original from Apple.
The Apple Pencil is the ideal companion for the iPad, highly valued among artists and students, so a dull tip undoubtedly affects work and our user experience. So I hope this has helped you understand when and how to quickly replace the tip of the Apple Pencil.
