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Introduction to pen tablets

Overview

Pen tablets are the simplest and least expensive kind of drawing tablet. They are often called "screenless tablets" or "non-screen tablets".

Key characteristics

  • They DO NOT have an embedded display

  • They REQUIRE A COMPUTER to be used.

  • They REQUIRE A MONITOR attached to the computer, or the computer must be a laptop.

Using a pen tablet

The fundamental skill required to use a pen tablet is adjusting to drawing on one surface, the tablet, while looking at another, your monitor. Most people adjust immediately or within a few days, but some people find this awkward. For them, one of the other device options may be a better choice.

Pen tablets cost between $50 and $500.

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