What is best mouse for photoshop

On Mon, 28 May 2012 09:28:23 -0400, "Ulysses Protos" wrote:

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out
thinking on the Razer mouse
model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

That’s really a question that your own personal preference will decide. I have a track ball (right hand), a $5.00 mouse (left hand), and a Wacom tablet with pen (left hand for this left-hander) all connected and switch between them frequently.

You say "no more tablets", but I couldn’t give up my tablet. All my devices are corded, but I don’t see how that affects the use.

It’s hardly a smart ass answer to say that you should buy the device that fits your hand and your style of use.
—
Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida

On 2012-05-28 06:28:23 -0700, "Ulysses Protos" said:

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out thinking on the Razer mouse model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

The "Best" mouse for Photoshop is the one you are most comfortable working with. If your Logitech mouse is the one you are most comfortable working with try and find a replacement, either directly from Logitech or Amazon.
< http://www.logitech.com/en-us/mice-pointers/mice >

Personally I favor thumb controlled trackballs. My favorite is the Microsoft Trackball Optical, which is now discontinued. I have two of them. I have seen then available for ridiculous prices new & used online, and I refuse to pay those prices. Perhaps a used one as an emergency replacement.
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http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-D67-00001-Trackball-Optical- Mouse/dp/B00005853X

Logitech made a similar USB trackball type, the "Trackman" at a reasonable price and I also have one of those. That too has been discontinued. They only offer a wireless Trackball of the same design now at $59.99. I have not tried this yet, so I can’t speak to its performance, however the reviews from folks who have used the older "Trackman" are not particularly favorable.
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http://www.logitech.com/en-us/mice-pointers/trackballs/devic es/wireless-trackball-m570

Kensington has several trackballs, but none of the thumb controlled types.

I also have and use a Wacom Intuos5 Medium Tablet that is not inexpensive, but has its own set of virtues and learning curve. I don’t use it for everything, but it does have its place in my workflow for detail work. It is not to my way of thinking an essential tool. < http://www.wacom.com/en/Products/Intuos/Medium.aspx >

I have heard good things about their "Bamboo" tablet which is their more affordable product.
< http://www.wacom.com/en/Products/Bamboo.aspx >

—
Regards,

Savageduck

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out
thinking on the Razer mouse
model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

That’s really a question that your own personal preference will decide. I have a track ball (right hand), a $5.00 mouse (left hand), and a Wacom tablet with pen (left hand for this left-hander) all connected and switch between them frequently.

You say "no more tablets", but I couldn’t give up my tablet. All my devices are corded, but I don’t see how that affects the use.

It’s hardly a smart ass answer to say that you should buy the device that fits your hand and your style of use.
—
Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida

Tony: sorry for my comment. was referring to that Void character

On Mon, 28 May 2012 08:35:11 -0700, Savageduck
<savageduck1@{REMOVESPAM}me.com> wrote:

On 2012-05-28 06:28:23 -0700, "Ulysses Protos" said:

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out thinking on the Razer mouse model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

The "Best" mouse for Photoshop is the one you are most comfortable working with. If your Logitech mouse is the one you are most comfortable working with try and find a replacement, either directly from Logitech or Amazon.
< http://www.logitech.com/en-us/mice-pointers/mice >
Personally I favor thumb controlled trackballs. My favorite is the Microsoft Trackball Optical, which is now discontinued. I have two of them. I have seen then available for ridiculous prices new & used online, and I refuse to pay those prices. Perhaps a used one as an emergency replacement.
<
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-D67-00001-Trackball-Optical- Mouse/dp/B00005853X

Logitech made a similar USB trackball type, the "Trackman" at a reasonable price and I also have one of those. That too has been discontinued. They only offer a wireless Trackball of the same design now at $59.99. I have not tried this yet, so I can’t speak to its performance, however the reviews from folks who have used the older "Trackman" are not particularly favorable.

They didn’t ask me. I have a Logitech Trackman, thumb-operated for the right hand, two clickers, and a scroll wheel, corded. I love it. The only problem is that the contacts where the marble fits picks up finger grease and has to be cleaned occasionally. That’s a two-second job with a fingernail.

I tried a center marble trackball, but didn’t like it. I’ve trained my thumb.

I have a Wacom Bamboo and find that it’s more than adequate. I used it in Photoshop with a zoomed in image and move the image around. I’ve never felt a need for a larger tablet since I’m working in a small area for precision.

—
Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida

On 2012-05-28 10:20:10 -0700, tony cooper said:

On Mon, 28 May 2012 08:35:11 -0700, Savageduck
<savageduck1@{REMOVESPAM}me.com> wrote:

On 2012-05-28 06:28:23 -0700, "Ulysses Protos" said:

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out thinking on the Razer mouse model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

The "Best" mouse for Photoshop is the one you are most comfortable working with. If your Logitech mouse is the one you are most comfortable working with try and find a replacement, either directly from Logitech or Amazon.
< http://www.logitech.com/en-us/mice-pointers/mice >
Personally I favor thumb controlled trackballs. My favorite is the Microsoft Trackball Optical, which is now discontinued. I have two of them. I have seen then available for ridiculous prices new & used online, and I refuse to pay those prices. Perhaps a used one as an emergency replacement.
<
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-D67-00001-Trackball-Optical- Mouse/dp/B00005853X

Logitech made a similar USB trackball type, the "Trackman" at a reasonable price and I also have one of those. That too has been discontinued. They only offer a wireless Trackball of the same design now at $59.99. I have not tried this yet, so I can’t speak to its performance, however the reviews from folks who have used the older "Trackman" are not particularly favorable.

They didn’t ask me. I have a Logitech Trackman, thumb-operated for the right hand, two clickers, and a scroll wheel, corded. I love it. The only problem is that the contacts where the marble fits picks up finger grease and has to be cleaned occasionally. That’s a two-second job with a fingernail.

Yup! I experience the same issue with mine, and the two Microsoft Trackball Opticals, though I have found that dust accumulation on the ball guides is more of an issue than finger grease. Again, all that is required is a regular removal of the trackball and blowing or wiping out the socket.

I tried a center marble trackball, but didn’t like it. I’ve trained my thumb.

Yup! I tried one of the Kensington offerings which requires fingers on the trackball, and I found it awkward and not particularly easy to use, or in anyway ergonomic. I prefer to be all thumbs, and the thumb trackball is my input device of choice. Much less fatiguing than a standard mouse.

I have a Wacom Bamboo and find that it’s more than adequate. I used it in Photoshop with a zoomed in image and move the image around. I’ve never felt a need for a larger tablet since I’m working in a small area for precision.

I have a feeling we both use the tablet in similar circumstances. I probably would have found a Bamboo adequate, but I am happy with my Med. Intuos5. I upgraded from a small Intuos2, which while small was OK, but did not have drivers for my Mac upgrades.

—
Regards,

Savageduck

On 2012-05-28 10:43:54 -0700, Savageduck <savageduck1@{REMOVESPAM}me.com> said:

On 2012-05-28 10:20:10 -0700, tony cooper said:

On Mon, 28 May 2012 08:35:11 -0700, Savageduck
<savageduck1@{REMOVESPAM}me.com> wrote:

On 2012-05-28 06:28:23 -0700, "Ulysses Protos" said:

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out thinking on the Razer mouse model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

The "Best" mouse for Photoshop is the one you are most comfortable working with. If your Logitech mouse is the one you are most comfortable working with try and find a replacement, either directly from Logitech or Amazon.
< http://www.logitech.com/en-us/mice-pointers/mice >
Personally I favor thumb controlled trackballs. My favorite is the Microsoft Trackball Optical, which is now discontinued. I have two of them. I have seen then available for ridiculous prices new & used online, and I refuse to pay those prices. Perhaps a used one as an emergency replacement.
<
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-D67-00001-Trackball-Optical- Mouse/dp/B00005853X

Logitech made a similar USB trackball type, the "Trackman" at a reasonable price and I also have one of those. That too has been discontinued. They only offer a wireless Trackball of the same design now at $59.99. I have not tried this yet, so I can’t speak to its performance, however the reviews from folks who have used the older "Trackman" are not particularly favorable.

They didn’t ask me. I have a Logitech Trackman, thumb-operated for the right hand, two clickers, and a scroll wheel, corded. I love it. The only problem is that the contacts where the marble fits picks up finger grease and has to be cleaned occasionally. That’s a two-second job with a fingernail.

BTW: I meant to indicate the less than favorable comments were made towards the new wireless version, not the older, discontinued corded USB version. All of mine are USB, I have a logitech Bluetooth mouse for use with my laptop when traveling. I hate laptop touch pads!

Yup! I experience the same issue with mine, and the two Microsoft Trackball Opticals, though I have found that dust accumulation on the ball guides is more of an issue than finger grease. Again, all that is required is a regular removal of the trackball and blowing or wiping out the socket.

I tried a center marble trackball, but didn’t like it. I’ve trained my thumb.

Yup! I tried one of the Kensington offerings which requires fingers on the trackball, and I found it awkward and not particularly easy to use, or in anyway ergonomic. I prefer to be all thumbs, and the thumb trackball is my input device of choice. Much less fatiguing than a standard mouse.

I have a Wacom Bamboo and find that it’s more than adequate. I used it in Photoshop with a zoomed in image and move the image around. I’ve never felt a need for a larger tablet since I’m working in a small area for precision.

I have a feeling we both use the tablet in similar circumstances. I probably would have found a Bamboo adequate, but I am happy with my Med. Intuos5. I upgraded from a small Intuos2, which while small was OK, but did not have drivers for my Mac upgrades.

—
Regards,

Savageduck

On Mon, 28 May 2012 12:21:03 -0400, "Ulysses Protos" scribbled:

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out
thinking on the Razer mouse
model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

That’s really a question that your own personal preference will decide. I have a track ball (right hand), a $5.00 mouse (left hand), and a Wacom tablet with pen (left hand for this left-hander) all connected and switch between them frequently.

You say "no more tablets", but I couldn’t give up my tablet. All my devices are corded, but I don’t see how that affects the use.
It’s hardly a smart ass answer to say that you should buy the device that fits your hand and your style of use.
—
Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida

Tony: sorry for my comment. was referring to that Void character

You can’t quote properly. You can’t reply properly. You have no idea why you should remove sig file delimiters and you’re still obsessing over me. Good job. Keep up the stupidity.

On Mon, 28 May 2012 09:28:23 -0400, "Ulysses Protos" wrote:

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out
thinking on the Razer mouse
model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

I use a Logitech G5 corded mouse and a Steel Series I-2 high performance, glass mouse pad. The G5 mouse has several dpi settings….400dpi…..800dpi….and 2000 dpi, depending on how exact you want the pointer to be. It also comes with a series of weights so that you can add whatever you weight you want to make the mouse easier or harder to move, based on your own preferences.
The Steelseries I-2 glass mouse pad gives the mouse’s laser an excellent surface to read and the pad is very durable. I’ve used it for years and there is no wear on the pad….unlike traditional pads that wear out after a few years.

Talker

I use a Logitech G5 corded mouse and a Steel Series I-2 high performance, glass mouse pad. The G5 mouse has several dpi settings….400dpi…..800dpi….and 2000 dpi, depending on how exact you want the pointer to be. It also comes with a series of weights so that you can add whatever you weight you want to make the mouse easier or harder to move, based on your own preferences.
The Steelseries I-2 glass mouse pad gives the mouse’s laser an excellent surface to read and the pad is very durable. I’ve used it for years and there is no wear on the pad….unlike traditional pads that wear out after a few years.

Talker

good idea. will check into it.. mouse and pad
but, when the weights and dpi are set, is there a reason to alter them later ?
thanks

On Tue, 29 May 2012 07:24:27 -0400, "Ulysses Protos" wrote:

I use a Logitech G5 corded mouse and a Steel Series I-2 high performance, glass mouse pad. The G5 mouse has several dpi settings….400dpi…..800dpi….and 2000 dpi, depending on how exact you want the pointer to be. It also comes with a series of weights so that you can add whatever you weight you want to make the mouse easier or harder to move, based on your own preferences.
The Steelseries I-2 glass mouse pad gives the mouse’s laser an excellent surface to read and the pad is very durable. I’ve used it for years and there is no wear on the pad….unlike traditional pads that wear out after a few years.

Talker

good idea. will check into it.. mouse and pad
but, when the weights and dpi are set, is there a reason to alter them later ?

I’m intrigued by idea of thinking that a mouse pad’s durability is considered to be a feature. I don’t recall ever buying a mouse pad. I’ve always used mouse pads given away by vendors or given to me as a gag gift. I don’t think I’ve ever worn one out, but a few have become soiled by spilled drinks and coffee.

I see mouse pads available for $3.00. That’s an annual cost of $1.00 if it lasts three years.

—
Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida

On Tue, 29 May 2012 07:24:27 -0400, "Ulysses Protos" wrote:

I use a Logitech G5 corded mouse and a Steel Series I-2 high performance, glass mouse pad. The G5 mouse has several dpi settings….400dpi…..800dpi….and 2000 dpi, depending on how exact you want the pointer to be. It also comes with a series of weights so that you can add whatever you weight you want to make the mouse easier or harder to move, based on your own preferences.
The Steelseries I-2 glass mouse pad gives the mouse’s laser an excellent surface to read and the pad is very durable. I’ve used it for years and there is no wear on the pad….unlike traditional pads that wear out after a few years.

Talker

good idea. will check into it.. mouse and pad
but, when the weights and dpi are set, is there a reason to alter them later ?
thanks

Once you have the weights installed that gives the mouse the weight that you like, there isn’t any reason to change it….unless someone else is going to use the mouse and prefers a different weight.(it only takes a few seconds to add or remove the weights). As for the DPI, yes, I find that I change it from time to time, depending on what I’m doing. For just basic stuff, I set it at 800 dpi. If I am working on an image and I need more precision, I will change it to 400 dpi. When you change from a lower dpi to a higher dpi, the mouse pointer moves faster, so there are times when I want the pointer to move faster, and there are other times when I want to slow it down.

Talker

On Tue, 29 May 2012 17:49:40 -0400, tony cooper
wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 07:24:27 -0400, "Ulysses Protos" wrote:

I use a Logitech G5 corded mouse and a Steel Series I-2 high performance, glass mouse pad. The G5 mouse has several dpi settings….400dpi…..800dpi….and 2000 dpi, depending on how exact you want the pointer to be. It also comes with a series of weights so that you can add whatever you weight you want to make the mouse easier or harder to move, based on your own preferences.
The Steelseries I-2 glass mouse pad gives the mouse’s laser an excellent surface to read and the pad is very durable. I’ve used it for years and there is no wear on the pad….unlike traditional pads that wear out after a few years.

Talker

good idea. will check into it.. mouse and pad
but, when the weights and dpi are set, is there a reason to alter them later ?

I’m intrigued by idea of thinking that a mouse pad’s durability is considered to be a feature. I don’t recall ever buying a mouse pad. I’ve always used mouse pads given away by vendors or given to me as a gag gift. I don’t think I’ve ever worn one out, but a few have become soiled by spilled drinks and coffee.

I see mouse pads available for $3.00. That’s an annual cost of $1.00 if it lasts three years.

I have never received a free mouse pad, but then again, I have never worked in a place where I met vendors that gave them away. I have worn out several mouse pads over the years, and yes, you can buy a basic pad for a few bucks, but I’ve tried several pads over the years and it’s a crap shoot. Some pads don’t seem to work as well as others. The pointer would be erratic and it would not move consistantly. With a high performance pad, like the Steelseries I-2, the tracking for the mouse is perfect. When you’re working on an image….maybe cutting it out from the background, you need precision. If the pad doesn’t allow the mouse to scan properly, it’s almost impossible to cut the image out…..and it takes forever if you do manage to cut it out.(not to mention that it’s aggravating.)

Talker

On Tue, 29 May 2012 19:26:41 -0400, scribbled:

I have worn out several mouse pads over the years

If you’ve worn out mousepads you’re doing something SERIOUSLY wrong.

On Tue, 29 May 2012 19:26:41 -0400, wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 17:49:40 -0400, tony cooper
wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 07:24:27 -0400, "Ulysses Protos" wrote:

I use a Logitech G5 corded mouse and a Steel Series I-2 high performance, glass mouse pad. The G5 mouse has several dpi settings….400dpi…..800dpi….and 2000 dpi, depending on how exact you want the pointer to be. It also comes with a series of weights so that you can add whatever you weight you want to make the mouse easier or harder to move, based on your own preferences.
The Steelseries I-2 glass mouse pad gives the mouse’s laser an excellent surface to read and the pad is very durable. I’ve used it for years and there is no wear on the pad….unlike traditional pads that wear out after a few years.

Talker

good idea. will check into it.. mouse and pad
but, when the weights and dpi are set, is there a reason to alter them later ?

I’m intrigued by idea of thinking that a mouse pad’s durability is considered to be a feature. I don’t recall ever buying a mouse pad. I’ve always used mouse pads given away by vendors or given to me as a gag gift. I don’t think I’ve ever worn one out, but a few have become soiled by spilled drinks and coffee.

I see mouse pads available for $3.00. That’s an annual cost of $1.00 if it lasts three years.

I have never received a free mouse pad, but then again, I have never worked in a place where I met vendors that gave them away. I have worn out several mouse pads over the years, and yes, you can buy a basic pad for a few bucks, but I’ve tried several pads over the years and it’s a crap shoot. Some pads don’t seem to work as well as others. The pointer would be erratic and it would not move consistantly. With a high performance pad, like the Steelseries I-2, the tracking for the mouse is perfect. When you’re working on an image….maybe cutting it out from the background, you need precision. If the pad doesn’t allow the mouse to scan properly, it’s almost impossible to cut the image out…..and it takes forever if you do manage to cut it out.(not to mention that it’s aggravating.)
Talker

My current mouse pad is just a simple rubber thing with one smooth side and design on it. It’s a couple of years old. It shows no sign of wear.

I don’t use a mouse for detail work, though. Rough stuff in Photoshop like a layer mask or drawing a selection is done with my thumb and a trackball. When it gets down to precision, I use my Wacom tablet and pen and zoom the image up.

I just tried the mouse with a layer mask making a selection of a figure. No problem with the (optical corded) mouse and the old pad, but I did zoom up as normally do. The only problem was the awkwardness of getting used to moving my whole left hand with a mouse instead of moving the tablet pen.

If you like your Steelseries pad, I’m not knocking it for you. It just doesn’t appeal to me.

—
Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida

My current mouse pad is just a simple rubber thing with one smooth side and design on it. It’s a couple of years old. It shows no sign of wear.

I don’t use a mouse for detail work, though. Rough stuff in Photoshop like a layer mask or drawing a selection is done with my thumb and a trackball. When it gets down to precision, I use my Wacom tablet and pen and zoom the image up.

I just tried the mouse with a layer mask making a selection of a figure. No problem with the (optical corded) mouse and the old pad, but I did zoom up as normally do. The only problem was the awkwardness of getting used to moving my whole left hand with a mouse instead of moving the tablet pen.

If you like your Steelseries pad, I’m not knocking it for you. It just doesn’t appeal to me.

—
Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida

I have been using PhotoShop for many years now. I do a lot of editing of digital pictures, making flyers and posters from the photos. I gave up on using a mouse for the work due to carpal tunnel in my right wrist. I went to the pen and tablet. I have pretty much used Wacom products over the years. I now use the Bamboo series and really love it.

I could never get good precise work with a mouse. I just couldn’t get the control I wanted. A mouse just makes my wrist hurt so bad. I now use the pen and tablet for all my work. That includes Word, Excel and other programs with no problem at all. Plus my wrist doesn’t hurt.

"Ulysses Protos" wrote in message

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out thinking on the Razer mouse model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

I just buy a regular one on ebay, maybe $8 or so. I also have a Wacon tablet I bought a few years ago, but never got into using, I’m so used to the mouse. I don’t like cordless/wireless ones, something else to keep up with batteries. I just buy a mouse that looks normal (not tiny or weird shaped) for $8 or or so and use it till it dies. I had one I taped the cord up to the top on, because that’s the only way it would work It’s not the mouse, it’s what you do with it LOL
(once heard a rock singer say this…. "it’s not the size of your pencil it’s how you write your name")
though maybe some mouses are better than others.
Oh, on ebay I usually don’t buy anything that comes from China, Hong Kong, etc. so that narrows it down, too.

On Wed, 30 May 2012 11:42:35 -0400, "Carrie"
scribbled:

"Ulysses Protos" wrote in message

My logitech mouse is giving out. the left click side is double clicking must be the spring wearing out thinking on the Razer mouse model abyssus–$38 or the deathadder—$55
they both are corded. no more wireless or tablets
any suggestions guys ??
Please no smart ass answers…this is serious

I just buy a regular one on ebay, maybe $8 or so. I also have a Wacon

Further proof you’re an idiot.

tablet I bought a few years ago, but never got into using, I’m so used to the mouse. I don’t like cordless/wireless ones, something else to keep up with batteries. I just buy a mouse that looks normal (not tiny or weird

Yes, the horrors of having to put batteries in something every six months. Pure exhaustion.

shaped) for $8 or or so and use it till it dies. I had one I taped the cord up to the top on, because that’s the only way it would work It’s not the mouse, it’s what you do with it LOL

Look up the word ‘ergonomics’.

(once heard a rock singer say this…. "it’s not the size of your pencil it’s how you write your name")

Proving you listen to shit music too.

though maybe some mouses are better than others.

Mice, the plural of MOUSE is MICE you imbecile!

Oh, on ebay I usually don’t buy anything that comes from China, Hong Kong, etc. so that narrows it down, too.

You’ve never bought a mouse that didn’t come from the Far East.

On Tue, 29 May 2012 23:22:51 -0400, tony cooper
wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 19:26:41 -0400, wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 17:49:40 -0400, tony cooper
wrote:

My current mouse pad is just a simple rubber thing with one smooth side and design on it. It’s a couple of years old. It shows no sign of wear.

I don’t use a mouse for detail work, though. Rough stuff in Photoshop like a layer mask or drawing a selection is done with my thumb and a trackball. When it gets down to precision, I use my Wacom tablet and pen and zoom the image up.

I just tried the mouse with a layer mask making a selection of a figure. No problem with the (optical corded) mouse and the old pad, but I did zoom up as normally do. The only problem was the awkwardness of getting used to moving my whole left hand with a mouse instead of moving the tablet pen.

If you like your Steelseries pad, I’m not knocking it for you. It just doesn’t appeal to me.

I have tried all sorts of pointing devices over the years, and I ended up with my mouse and pad because I find it works best for me. I know that a lot of people really like their tablets, but I had a tablet and I hated it. I felt like I had less control of the pointer than I had with a mouse. I’m sure that those who use a tablet feel just the opposite. 🙂
I know you weren’t knocking me for it, if my post had implied that, it wasn’t intentional.

Talker

On Thu, 31 May 2012 18:17:33 -0400, wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 23:22:51 -0400, tony cooper
wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 19:26:41 -0400, wrote:

On Tue, 29 May 2012 17:49:40 -0400, tony cooper
wrote:

My current mouse pad is just a simple rubber thing with one smooth side and design on it. It’s a couple of years old. It shows no sign of wear.

I don’t use a mouse for detail work, though. Rough stuff in Photoshop like a layer mask or drawing a selection is done with my thumb and a trackball. When it gets down to precision, I use my Wacom tablet and pen and zoom the image up.

I just tried the mouse with a layer mask making a selection of a figure. No problem with the (optical corded) mouse and the old pad, but I did zoom up as normally do. The only problem was the awkwardness of getting used to moving my whole left hand with a mouse instead of moving the tablet pen.

If you like your Steelseries pad, I’m not knocking it for you. It just doesn’t appeal to me.

I have tried all sorts of pointing devices over the years, and I ended up with my mouse and pad because I find it works best for me. I know that a lot of people really like their tablets, but I had a tablet and I hated it. I felt like I had less control of the pointer than I had with a mouse. I’m sure that those who use a tablet feel just the opposite. 🙂

I’m on my third Wacom tablet. I bought one, tried it for a couple of weeks and hated it. I gave it to my daughter. A year or so later, I bought another, tried it, hated it, and gave it away. I bought a third one, tried it, forced myself to get used to it, and now I use it constantly.

I don’t draw with it, though. I just use it for the fine stuff in Photoshop.

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Tony Cooper – Orlando, Florida