How to Use Scribble on iPad

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Enable Scribble in Settings

   Open Settings and tap Apple Pencil. Toggle on Scribble to activate handwriting recognition. Ensure your Apple Pencil is connected and configured before proceeding.

   Note: Enable 'Only Draw with Apple Pencil' to prevent accidental palm touches while writing.
2. 1 min

   Write directly in any text field

   Tap any text input area with your Apple Pencil and start writing naturally. Your handwriting automatically converts to typed text as you write. Write at normal speed for best recognition accuracy.

   Note: Leave small gaps between words to help Scribble distinguish word boundaries more accurately.
3. 30 sec

   Delete text with scratch gestures

   Scratch out words or letters with quick back-and-forth strokes to delete them. Draw a vertical line through text to delete entire words. The scratched content disappears immediately without requiring additional taps.

   Note: Use circular scribbles to delete larger text selections quickly.
4. 30 sec

   Insert text between words

   Touch and hold between existing words until you see a gap appear. Write new text in the expanded space. The new content integrates seamlessly into your existing text without disrupting formatting.

   Note: Draw a caret symbol (^) to create precise insertion points for single characters or punctuation.
5. 30 sec

   Select and edit converted text

   Circle words or drag across text with your Apple Pencil to select converted content. Use standard text editing gestures like copy, paste, and formatting once text is selected. Double-tap to select individual words quickly.

   Note: Draw a line above text to select entire sentences or paragraphs in one gesture.
6. 30 sec

   Join or separate words

   Draw a vertical line between letters to separate them into different words. Connect separate words by drawing a joining line underneath them. These gestures fix spacing issues without retyping content.

   Note: Use the join gesture when Scribble incorrectly splits compound words or hyphenated terms.