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Pencil Bible: Bible Notes App

Bring your spiritual journey to life on iPad. Experience the tactile beauty of handwriting with the power of Apple Pencil to annotate, highlight, and illustrate your favorite translations.

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Key Figures

Downloads

402K+

User Rating

4.2/5

Total Ratings

1K+

Publisher

Launchround Inc.

Deepen Your Connection with the Word

Combine the cognitive benefits of handwriting with the convenience of digital technology. Pencil Bible provides an aesthetic, distraction-free space for your daily spiritual journey.

Natural Pen-on-Paper Feel

Experience zero-lag writing and drawing. Our Swift-powered engine is optimized for the Apple Pencil Pro to make every stroke feel authentic and fluid.

Infinite Bible Journaling

Break free from limited margins. Use the entire page to create art, calligraphy, and detailed study notes without ever worrying about ruining a physical Bible.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Pencil Bible: Bible Notes App

What is the Pencil Bible app?

Pencil Bible is an app designed for Apple Pencil and iPad, allowing users to write, highlight, draw, and reflect directly on Scripture with a natural digital annotation experience.

Is the Pencil Bible app free to use?

Yes, Pencil Bible is free to download and read the entire Bible. Users can annotate up to 10 pages at no cost, with an option to upgrade for unlimited access.

Does the Pencil Bible app support Apple Pencil?

Yes, Pencil Bible is built for Apple Pencil and iPad, offering full support for Apple PencilKit and Apple Pencil Pro tools for a natural writing and annotation experience.

Can users annotate on iPhone using the Pencil Bible app?

Yes, Pencil Bible allows users to annotate on both iPad and iPhone. Annotations are now available on iPhone, expanding device compatibility for note-taking.

What new features are included in Pencil Bible Version 3.0?

Version 3.0 is rebuilt in Swift for 100% faster performance, features an all-new design, full support for Apple PencilKit, and allows annotation across multiple screens and devices.

Can I customize the layout and fonts in the Pencil Bible app?

Yes, users can customize their Bible's layout by choosing from popular translations, customizing fonts, adjusting text size, and selecting background options like blank, dots, lines, or grid.

How fast is Pencil Bible Version 3.0 compared to previous versions?

Pencil Bible Version 3.0 is completely rebuilt in Swift, making it 100% faster with zero lag compared to previous versions, ensuring a smoother user experience.

Does Pencil Bible allow users to edit their annotated Bible pages?

Yes, Pencil Bible allows users to edit their Bible pages anytime without creating a new Bible, offering flexibility for ongoing reflections and notes.

What Bible translations are available in the Pencil Bible app?

Pencil Bible offers popular translations including ESV, NIV, NLT, and CSB, allowing users to choose their preferred version for reading and study.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

App Store

Screenshots

Pencil Bible: Bible Notes App - A hand holding an iPhone showing the Pencil Bible app with handwritten notes and highlights on scripture — A hand holding an iPhone showing the Pencil Bible app with handwritten notes and highlights on scripture

Pencil Bible: Bible Notes App - Customizing the font, text size, and background layout in the Pencil Bible app — Customizing the font, text size, and background layout in the Pencil Bible app

Pencil Bible: Bible Notes App - A person holding an iPhone using the Pencil Bible app to highlight and draw handwritten notes on scripture text. — A person holding an iPhone using the Pencil Bible app to highlight and draw handwritten notes on scripture text.

Pencil Bible: Bible Notes App - iPhone screen showing Pencil Bible app with handwritten notes and digital drawing tools — iPhone screen showing Pencil Bible app with handwritten notes and digital drawing tools

Pencil Bible: Bible Notes App - A person using the Pencil Bible app on an iPhone to add handwritten notes and heart drawings to a Bible passage. — A person using the Pencil Bible app on an iPhone to add handwritten notes and heart drawings to a Bible passage.

Description

The Only Bible App That Lets You: Write. Highlight. Draw. Reflect. All with the power of Apple Pencil. Introducing Pencil Bible V3 — a beautiful, lightning-fast Bible app built for Apple Pencil and iPad. Now fully redesigned and rebuilt from the ground up in Swift, it offers an incredibly smooth experience that feels as natural as pen on paper — but with the power of digital. Whether you're journaling, studying, or simply spending time with God, Pencil Bible is your canvas for spiritual growth. What’s New in Version 3.0: • Completely rebuilt in Swift – now 100% faster with zero lag • All-new design with smoother navigation and easier book swiping • Full support for Apple PencilKit + Apple Pencil Pro tools • Annotate on both iPad and iPhone • Use across multiple screens and devices at once • Edit your Bible pages anytime (You don't have to create a new Bible) • Left-hand mode simplified • Adapts beautifully to any screen size Your Bible, Your Way Choose from popular translations like ESV, NIV, NLT, CSB, and more. Customize fonts. Draw insights. Highlight truth. Annotate directly on the Scripture using the tools you're already comfortable with. Free to Read. Free to Explore. Read the entire Bible for free. You can annotate up to 10 pages at no cost. Upgrade anytime for unlimited access — your support helps us grow and serve more users. Pencil Bible isn’t just an app — it’s your daily sanctuary, your digital notebook, your prayer journal. Designed to deepen your connection with the Word and the One who wrote it. Download Pencil Bible V3 today. The Word is alive — now your Bible can be too. Note: Apple Pencil features require compatible iPads. Annotations are now available on iPhone, too! View Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/