Getting a tablet to replace a mouse I don't do any type of drawing or use graphics programs, but I think I'm developing carpal tunnel syndrome and I have heard that using a pen stylus is more ergonomic and causes less stress on the wrists than a mouse does. Do people find using a pen to be as easy and comfortable as using a mouse? Getting a tablet to replace a mouse I don't do any type of drawing or use graphics programs, but I think I'm developing carpal tunnel syndrome and I have heard that using a pen stylus is... » Read More Getting a tablet to replace a mouse I don't do any type of drawing or use graphics programs, but I think I'm developing carpal tunnel syndrome and I have heard that using a pen stylus is more ergonomic and causes less stress on the wrists than a mouse does. Do people find using a pen to be as easy and comfortable as using a mouse? « Show Less
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Using a pen is more comfortable than using a mouse. It causes less stress on fingers as well as wrists. I had tendinitis in my fingers that was aggravated by using a mouse or a trackball. The pen was a huge improvement. I've had lots less pain when I used it
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I do not use the tablet for drawing. I use it most always for 3D modeling rather than a mouse. My uneducated guess is that it is an excellent and less expensive choice for graphics/drawing. My only complaint is a lack of a software settable pressure threshold as the pen engages with the slightest touch to the tablet.
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First...my apologies for the somewhat crazy review...I had no idea they would publish it! Second, to answer your question: The tablet's drawing surface can be adjusted to suit your screen, ie: the same as your mouse movements - move mouse 1 inch and the pointer/brush moves 2 inches (fast or slow). No, you only see you pen's movement on the screen...and with greater control than that with a mouse. You use a 'pen' that simulates a brush much unlike a mouse because you have pressure control. The tablet acts as a 'live', oversized, mouse pad, giving you much greater control of your digital art. That's the only way I can describe it. Hope that helps...if not, I'm back to my psychiatrist on Monday...take care.
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The pen needs a usb plug...I would say no. Just buy one of those rubber tipped stylus tools that can be used on a phone screen.The Wacom pen is amazing when used on the right screen...I haven't used a mouse in years!!!
2112022
I had carpal tunnel surgery on both my wrists. I would NEVER use a regular mouse. I LOVE the trackball!!
135410
I am not a professional artist by any means, but I like to sketch and compared to other styli (that have rubber-like tips but are not covered by some type of special fabric), this one works very well. I don't feel like I have to press so firmly on the screen. I haven't compared it to other styli that are specifically made for drawing/art, so I can't tell you about that, but I can say that my search for a really great stylus is over.Hope this helped!
677180
Yes..However it is the TABLET that is sensative & tempermental....With or without the pen...I personally LIKE the pen because it ONLY hits the keys you want...UNLIKE your finger..
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I haven't used the Anker mouse for more than a few days. I am currently using the Evoluent mouse, which, I think is much better product than the Anker, especially for people with Carpel tunnel injuries.
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I'm not exactly sure. I use the tablet for art projects as a starter. It can be used in place of your mouse though, for better accuracy. For a while, I had a very old mouse that wasn't working too well, & was using the pen as the mouse (you just hover it over the tablet & press to click, & it has the right/left button functions on it as well). Wacom, Cintiq & Intuos tablets are very different, & this was/is my first one. I'm sorry I can't be of much help.
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You can rest your hand on it while drawing. The tablet senses the position of the pen stylus, not the position of your hand. The "touch" feature refers to finger gentures that can be used for such things as zooming (similar to gestures on an iPhone). If you find that the way you move your hand, while you draw, is too much like the gestures, you can switch off the "touch" feature. Likewise, the stylus has a rocker switch that can be used as "mouse click." If you find (as I do) that your grip on the pen sometimes accidentally clicks that switch, you can disable it.
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I'm using it right now as a mouse (WITH THE PEN, NOT JUST THE FINGER AS A LAPTOP!). You just have to go under this tablet settings and set the first button as left button. DO NOT press the pen against the pad when using it as a mouse! Just hover it a few milimiters above the pad as if you were going to write on a piece of paper. Use mouse clicks as you normally do with a mouse inside the area.
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I would recommend this tablet to anyone drawing anything. I am not a professional artist by trade and still found it very easy to pick up and adjust to. One thing that may require adjustment to is the pressure. I typically had a very hard stroke and pressure when using a pencil and found I was wearing out the pen nibs quite quickly (I went through 2 nibs in a time span of about 2 months). After getting used to the more "light" feel, I have been able to use the same nib without any noticeable wear for approximately 8 months now.Long Story Short:Yes I would recommend this tablet for drawing anime for beginners. I would recommend this tablet to anyone drawing anything. I am not a professional artist by trade and still found it very easy to pick up and adjust to. One thing that may require adjustment to is the pressure. I typically had a very hard stroke and pressure when using a pencil and found I was wearing out the pen nibs quite quickly (I went through 2 nibs in a time span of about 2 months). After getting used to the more "light" feel, I have been able to use the same nib without any noticeable wear for approximately 8 months now.Long Story Short:Yes I would... » Read More I would recommend this tablet to anyone drawing anything. I am not a professional artist by trade and still found it very easy to pick up and adjust to. One thing that may require adjustment to is the pressure. I typically had a very hard stroke and pressure when using a pencil and found I was wearing out the pen nibs quite quickly (I went through 2 nibs in a time span of about 2 months). After getting used to the more "light" feel, I have been able to use the same nib without any noticeable wear for approximately 8 months now.Long Story Short:Yes I would recommend this tablet for drawing anime for beginners. « Show Less
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The pen works with the tablet, in any program. It functions as a mouse.I use the pen and tablet to browse the internet, and open applications on my desktop.If your pen isn't working in any particular program, you should check the driver, and make sure it is updated.Or you could check the settings of the program and see if there is an option you can select to enable other mouse inputs.Though for me it was set by default.Hope this helps. If it doesnt, feel free to post again, and i'll do my best to help.
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I have been using this for over a year now. Think it's a motor skill/coordination issue for ease & speed. I find some text gets dropped at the end of drag or copy sometimes. I find for myself this hardware is much faster than the old mouse. Hope that helps you.
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The Wacom is a great tool for drawing, I would think that pretty much anyone can pick it up since it works like a pen. It's also more ergonomic than a mouse in my opinion.
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It does not affect it. The pen takes precedence. if the pen is no where near you can use your fingers for touch. Honestly touch is not amazing so use your laptop or mouse as a gesture tool.
1789416
Choosing to not use a mouse on this computer would require the user to lean forward constantly. It's not like a tablet that sits comfortably in your lap. I'm happy with this PC, but I would go crazy using it constantly without a mouse.