Drawing tablets?

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Jane Carter
Sep 1, 2003
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I have been using PSE since February, and now have been reading about these Wacom Graphire 2 tablets.
It sure seems that it would be easier to be using a pen rather than a mouse in a lot of PSE situations.
I have asked my instructor, and hopefully between her advice and you wonderful peoples advice, I will find out if I would benefit by purchasing one. I still am very much a beginner, but really want to keep using PSE forever. I love this program. Just need more time,,,,,,,,,,
Thanks, Jane
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Byron Gale
Sep 1, 2003
Jane,

You are correct — the action of holding and drawing with a pen is far more intuitive than with a mouse. At least, in my opinion. I have far better control.

You will find those who are perfectly happy with a mouse, as well… for me, I’m happy to have both.

Byron
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Phosphor
Sep 1, 2003
Jane,

I just purchased a Graphire 2 tablet a couple of weeks ago. I had been wanting one for a while and finally made the plunge.

I was a little concerned about the 4×5 size of the active area being a little small. But, now that I have it, I find that 4×5 feels about right for me and I think a larger pad would be too large for my preferences.

I’m still adjusting the pen pressure sensitivity. As it came out of the box, it took a little heavier pressure than I care for but it has a sensitivity control and I’ve just about got it adjusted to my tastes. A little more tweaking and it should be fine.

I’m still learning to use it so I haven’t switched completely but I have noticed that I do have finer control. Your fingers have much finer control over motions than your wrist does. The one thing I haven’t got the hang of yet is the pressure dynamics — the size of your pressure dynamics aware tools change as you press harder or lighter. But, that’s just a matter of practice.

The tablet happily coexists with my existing mouse so I keep both plugged in and switch between them — just keep the pen off the tablet when using the mouse. I don’t care all that much for the mouse that came with the tablet, I like my old one better.

I couldn’t find a store where I could try one out before I got it but I think it’s going to work out fine.

Bob
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Jane Carter
Sep 2, 2003
Hi Byron and Robert, I do think that I will definatly get one! Like you say, I sure would love to try one before purchase, but when you here say you like them, that’s a go-ahead for me.
Thank you!
Jane

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