Paperlike™ 3 Compatibility: iPads, Accessories, and How to Pick the Right Size

Paperlike™ 3 is made to fit a wide range of iPad models, and to work smoothly with the accessories people actually use every day, like Apple Pencil, cases, and keyboards.

If you’re wondering “Will it fit my iPad?” or “Will it mess with my case or Pencil charging?”, this guide will walk you through the quick checks that matter.

Will Paperlike™ 3 work with all current iPad models?

Yes, Paperlike™ 3 is available for all current iPad models, plus most models from the past several years.  

Supported iPad models (as of 2024–2026)

iPad Pro

• 13″ & 11″ (M4 / M5, 2024–2025)  

• 12.9″ & 11″ (2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)  

iPad Air

• 13″ & 11″ (2024)  

• 10.9″ (Air 4th & 5th Gen)  

• 13″ & 11″ (M4, 2026)

iPad

• 10th Gen (10.9″)  

• 7th (2019), 8th (2020), 9th (2021) (10.2″)

iPad mini

• 6th Gen (8.3″)  

The key idea: Paperlike™ sizes are based on screen dimensions

This is the part that prevents most “wrong size” mistakes.

Paperlike™ protectors are matched to screen size and bezel layout, not just the marketing name or the release year.  

So if two generations share the same screen dimensions, the same Paperlike™ 3 version can fit both.  

Why the dropdown on Paperlike.com matters

On Paperlike.com, you choose your exact iPad model from a dropdown so you get the right fit and cutouts (camera, sensors, etc.).  

Is it compatible with M4/M5 iPad Pro, iPad Air (11″/13″), and 10th-gen iPad?

Yes. Paperlike™ 3 comes in versions that fit:  

• M4 & M5 iPad Pro (11″ and 13″)

• iPad Air 11″ and 13″ (same dimensions as the Pro in those sizes)  

• 10th-generation iPad (10.9″)  

• Older 11″ iPad Pro models (2018–2022)  

Is Paperlike™ 3 compatible with older iPads?

If your iPad was supported by Paperlike™ 2.1, there’s a Paperlike™ 3 version for it too, you just need to select the matching model.  

Paperlike™ 3 stays model-specific with the right cutouts, and the Butterfly™ Application System performs the same way on older supported devices.  

The easiest way to be sure

Open your iPad and check:

Settings → General → About → Model Name & Model Number, then match that to the options on the product page.  

Will Paperlike™ 3 work with cases, styluses, and keyboards?

Yes, Paperlike™ 3 is designed to be fully compatible with most cases, styluses, and keyboard accessories.  

Here’s why it plays nicely with the rest of your setup:

• Ultra-thin design: about 0.095 mm, so it typically won’t interfere with case fit, Apple Pencil charging, or keyboard covers.  

• Precision cut: the protector fits the screen area cleanly, so it’s less likely to overlap into case grooves or latch areas.  

• No change to magnets or touch: touch gestures work normally, and Apple Pencil still attaches and charges as usual.  

When it’s worth a quick double-check

If you use a very tight rugged case, it’s a good idea to check that the case isn’t pressing hard on the screen edges after installation.  

For third-party styluses, if they already work on your iPad screen, they’ll work with Paperlike™ 3 too.  

Quick recap

Paperlike™ 3 isn’t limited to the newest iPads. It’s available for current iPads and many older models, and it stays compatible with the accessories most people use daily. The main thing is simply choosing your exact iPad model so the cutouts and fit match perfectly.