How to Convert your Handwriting to Typed Text with the new Apple Pencil Scribble Tool on iPadOS

In this short tutorial I'll show you how to use the new Apple Pencil Scribble tools to convert your handwriting into typed text. You don't need a third party app to convert your scribbles into text anymore - it's built right into iPadOS 14. You can use your Apple Pencil or Logitech Crayon for this and your iPad will change your handwriting into text in near real-time. I'll show you how to use this great new feature in both the Notes and Keynote apps to create and edit text.

Now iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 has been officially released it's time to share some #QuickTips with you to help you make the very most from this exciting new software update for your iPads.

[joynarongii]

The best thing about this clip is that the short & hit-to-the-point style. I prefer to spend time writing a compliment to the clip rather than
wasting my time on useless words on the clip. Thanks again.

[roxanmina]

Finally a video that's what I wanted and exactly to the point. Thank you

[CreativeThursday]

thank you SO much for this! I had no idea all these updates were now included. I see a future filled with more handwriting on my Ipad, and as an Artist I love this capability!

[svanrooyen]

I dont have that option on notepad, just the normal pencil option without the “a”, what am i missing?

[olivierw]

Does this work only with Apple and Logitech pen, or also with (any / specific) brands/ models ?

[fireball]

i don't mean to be a stickler here, but as someone that is told a big difference between PRINTING and writing. You were printing on screen

[lesleychorn]

The tool on the left does not appear on my tool bar. How do I make appear please? I have 4th gen iPad Air. And 15.5 version. Thank you.

[davedrozario]

Thank you so much, Jacob. Very useful information.

[synergywithsarahshawn]

So great, thank you! Simple, short and to the point.

[lovesondangmei]

There is no more this pencil options in the new updates. So what is the alternative options?

[japvir]

Hey jacob, my ipad is air3 and it is IpadOs15 but i am unable to see new tools(i cant scribble, not able to see handwriting into text tool)

[Mymomsastylist]

im new to ipad. is it me or is highlighting text more complicated than necessary? Im literally practicing how to highlight with my finger ( on android its a simple half second longpress and drag) HELP!

[DownPulse]

Does it have to be iPad? Even tho the app is compatible with my iPhone, will it not give us the option on iPhone?

[inesfreitas]

I have already downloaded iOS 14 and It doesnt show te “A” pencil when i Want to write. Why?

[angelaknisely-marpole]

Will it convert maths to typed as well?

[anuvaagarwal]

Hi Jacob,
Could you make a video on how to use your iPad as an extended screen for a Windows laptop without having to subscribe to a paid app? Will be a big help.

[maarrsseelli]

does this work for any letters that i write ? because my mother tongue is a rare language

[tarachandlopinti]

I was not getting how to use it. I tried same like

[spikebradford]

Is there a way to edit the text with the pen tool after its been converted? Or edit regulare text with the pen? I've been able to do a few things, but adding spaces or backspacing always requires the keyboard.

[smx]

Okay, there's something I'm missing. I selected the pencil and as I'm writing it just stays as scribbled type and not converting. What's missing?