Is the S-pen compatible with the Galaxy S23 series?

• Do not bend or apply excessive pressure with the S Pen while using it. The S Pen may be damaged or the nib may be deformed.
•  If there is a magnet near the device, some S Pen actions, such as charging or tapping the touch screen, may not work.
  
• Even if the S Pen has been fully discharged, you can use other S Pen features, such as tapping the touch screen or the Air command features.
• If you use the S Pen at sharp angles on the screen, the device may not recognize the S Pen's actions.
• If water enters the S Pen slot, remove the water from the slot before using it.
• If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Center.

How to charge the S Pen

When you insert the S Pen into the slot, charging will start automatically. If the Air action feature is turned off, the S Pen will be charged only when the device is charging.

Reset the S Pen

If your S Pen won’t connect to your phone or if it doesn’t seem to be charging, resetting the S Pen is a quick fix.  

Step 1. To reset it, open Settings, and then search for and select S Pen.

Step 2. Tap S Pen remote or Air actions.

Step 3. Tap More options (the three vertical dots).

Step 4. Tap Reset S Pen and wait for the S Pen to reset itself.

How to detach the S Pen 

You can easily disengage and reinsert S Pen. Press the end of the S Pen and pull out from the slot. To store the S Pen, reinsert it into the slot and push it until it clicks into place.

Connect your S Pen to your phone

To pair your S Pen, simply take it out of the case and begin using it on the screen

Step 1. First, make sure the pen is toggled to the device you want to use

Step 2. Press the Pair button on the S Pen to connect it to your phone.

Step 3. A popup will appear on your compatible phone; tap Connect to proceed.

Step 4. Begin writing on the screen with your S Pen.

• To take a series of pictures, press and hold the S Pen button. 
• To change the shooting mode, move the S Pen to the left or right while pressing and holding the S Pen button. 
• To switch between cameras, press the S Pen button twice.