Tablet troubleshooting

Clear steps for common tablet problems. Start with a symptom, then work through the safest checks first.

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Network & ConnectivityApple Pencil Won’t Pair With iPad? Try These FixesCheck that your Apple Pencil works with your iPad, update iPadOS, charge and connect it the right way for its model, check Bluetooth, and forget and re-pair it.
Network & ConnectivitySidecar Not Working on iPad? Try These FixesCheck Sidecar’s requirements, use the same Apple Account, turn on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Handoff, stop connection sharing for wireless use, and trust your Mac for USB.