I feel a certain “disconnect” from the digital platform I’m working on (computer and applications) when using a mouse, but my graphics tablet, for some reason, provides me with a much more symbiotic experience, it’s like digital realm and human-being just merge, which creates a more emotional connection to my work because it feels more organic and allows for extremely fine artistic control and fluid motion. Sense of connection: For a creative professional like myself, using a tablet has changed the way I interact with my graphics applications, specifically Photoshop. ![]() There are several benefits of using a graphics tablet a few of which I’ll talk about here (please note, some are personal and might not be the same for everyone). What are the benefits of using a graphics tablet? Graphics tablets are used mostly by people in creative industries for their ease of use, higher productivity, feature set and creative freedom they provide, but their fan base is growing among regular non-creative professionals since they are more intuitive and ergonomic, offering for a more pleasant experience for those not only wanting to reduce the chance of developing repetitive strain injuries but especially for individuals who already have carpal tunnel syndrome, for example. Please note that the actual device will be larger than the active area, something to keep in mind when choosing your graphics tablet. These input devices come in a few different sizes ranging from an active area of roughly 6×4″ (15x10cm) to 13×8″ (32x20cm) or beyond. ![]() Some even include a cordless mouse too that is used on the tablet’s drawing surface (handy for those more prone to “mouse withdrawal symptoms”). The device consists of two main parts: a flat surface that is mapped to your screen and a stylus. It provides a more natural input for activities like photo retouching, drawing and digital painting because it emulates the way you draw with pencils on paper. If this is you or you’re just curious about these devices, please read on, ’cause I go deep into graphics tablet territory!Ī graphics tablet (a.k.a pen tablet or digitizing tablet), just like a mouse, is an alternative input device that allows the user to interact with a computer using a stylus. ![]() Are you considering a graphics tablet for photo editing? Has your mouse finally got to you, leaving you tired and/or with a serious case of carpal tunnel syndrome or are you just feeling like an outcast because all of your photographer/artist friends swear it’s the best thing since sliced bread and you’re still mousing around?
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