Remember the light pens that let you draw right on your screen? Take a look at XP-Pen’s updated digitizing pad version - Artist 12 (2nd Generation).
Digitizing pads are wonderful things, but we’re at our best when we can look at what we’re drawing as we draw it. Looking down at your pad and then up at your monitor to see what the computer "saw" may be a great way to strengthen your neck muscles, but it’s a tiring way to draw.
Designed to work in a multi-monitor environment or to be your only monitor, this tablet’s display screen shows you what you’re drawing as you draw it.
This is a huge upgrade for me. I have gone from the lower end XP-Pen tablets (Star, Deco...) to this. I am not a die-hard serious artist, but I do commissions from time to time and overall want to improve my work and the speed of my workflow.
My goal is to work on compiling coloring books at some point, so I really wanted to get serious without completely breaking the bank. I read each review on this product several times before finally making the decision to buckle down and buy this Artist 12 (2nd Generation) Pen display monitor .
Since XP-Pen is the only brand of tablet I have used and essentially the only brand that I trust, I had no concerns at least giving this tablet a try. And let me say, I am so very glad that I did!
Design
The XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation) combines the advantages of a high quality IPS LCD monitor with XP-Pen’s patented, professional X3-Smart-chip pen technology to form the perfect interactive companion for your Mac or PC.
Thin and light, the new Artist 12 (2nd Generation) gives you the flexibility to work directly on screen as you would on paper.
Easily rotate your display when working flat on your desktop to find the right position for your hand, or for grater comfort, recline the Artist 12 (2nd Generation) on the desktop.
Ergonomically designed for maximum comfort, it’s even light enough for use on your laptop.
Any way you choose to use it, the Artist 12 (2nd Generation) gives you a natural pen-on-paper feel in a digital environment.
The XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation) tablet is available in 4 beautiful colors: Black, blue, green, and pink.
There are four rubber feet on the tablet back to help it stay still on flat surfaces.
The bezel on the unit also sports 8 customizable keys. and the buttons are a productivity enhancing joy.
As well as being able to connect it to a Windows or Mac OS computer you can also use it with an Android device, like the Samsung Galaxy Smartphones.
Connection
The setup for the XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation) is technically simple. Plug in some cables, install the XP-Pen drivers which you can download from XP-Pen official site: https://www.xp-pen.com/product/1069.html , restart your machine, and you’re good to go.
Admittedly, the set-up is a little daunting with all the cords that come with it.
The XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation) uses an all in one adapter that splits to 3 connectors for power, HDMI and USB.
The HDMI powers the display and the USB acts as an interface for the digitiser pen. The third cable ends in a jack, to which a cable to the power adapter connects.
you can also connect to any Mac or PC with a single USB-C cable (not included) to a USB-C port for both video and data.
I read over the instructions a couple of times before I started to ensure I had a good grasp on what I needed to do, and once I began plugging things in, it was a breeze.
Don’t let the cords worry you too much. It is not pick-up-and-go portable, but not impossible to bring it with you on the go. Just set aside a little extra time for setting up everywhere you do go.
Driver Features and bundled drawing software
Like all XP-Pen tablets, the Artist 12 (2nd Generation) includes driver software that provides a variety of controls over the behavior of the tablet and individual pens.
This includes sensitivity adjustments for tip feel, and pressure sensitivity; button assignments for individual pens; and functions for the buttons on the tablet itself.
These settings can be made globally or assigned as custom settings for individual applications. This is useful, for example, when you want to set the button to scrub in Paint Tool SAI but zoom in Adobe Photoshop.
Like other XP-Pen Artists, the Artist 12 (2nd Generation) include a utility (built into the driver software) for calibrating the cursor with the position of the pen.
On the software side, it’s also worth noting that the Artist 12 (2nd Generation) comes bundled with Artrage 6 , openCanvas, and Cartoon Animator 4 digital art software.
Color Accurate Screen
The Artist 12 (2nd Generation) sports a 11.6-inch IPS LCD display--a bit smaller than a Apple MacBook display. The screen has a resolution of FHD 1,920 x 1080 pixels and looks good at this size. so the images on screen appear sharp, crisp, and vibrant.
IPS display technology boasts bigger, better, and brighter colour contrast, visual and sound quality, and more robust viewing angles among other attributes than its predecessors (TN and VA monitors).
The viewing angle of this tablet is a whopping 178°, meaning that you are able to get the same crisp, colour saturated picture even when looking at the screen almost sideways.
The Artist 12 (2nd Generation) monitor have the capability of displaying a much wider range of colour of 94% Adobe RGB. What this all means in real world terms is the reproduction of much deeper more saturated, accurate and natural colours.
This enables better rendition of colour tones and better gradation in colour. For image processing and printing this is a key advantage and for photographers is critical to achieving the best possible results.
As a display designed specifically for visual artists, its quality is far superior to that of any notebook display I’ve seen. Colors, brightness, and contrast are even across the face of the screen. And the device calibrates up nicely using a colorimeter.
Above that, Artist 12 (2nd Generation) tablet has a laminated display, something that reduces parallax. This means there is no air gap between layers, thus there is no light refraction or light interference, making the screen clear and vibrant.
Many of the non-laminated display drawing tablets suffer from a common issue called parallax. In use there is a slight gap between the tip and the pen and the display when you draw, which allows for parallax error.
The tablet screen does not have a etched glass surface, but is covered with a matte film. As you’d expect from a matte screen protector, it does reduce glare considerably and it cuts down on fingerprints too.
X3 smart chip powered Stylus
As for the pen which comes with the X3 smart chip. The initial activation force is lower than other XP-Pen stylus which is a huge plus.
X3 Elite Stylus requires as little as 3 gram-force and probably less which is about equal to simply resting the pen tip on the digitizer. It can even start writing and drawing without exerting force and only relying on the gravity of the pen itself.
As usual XP-PEN Stylus works without batteries and is lightweight, so there’s no need to charge it at all.
It has 8,192 pressure sensitivity levels, placing it among the best styluses on the market.
Pressure sensitivity determines how much you can vary the width of the lines you paint. This is done by applying different pressure on the tablet surface.
When it comes to that. Pressure sensitivity helps you draw like you do with traditional media. Like pencils & brushes.
The 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity will provide you with ultimate precision and control with every art and illustration that you are doing.
This stylus also supports a tilt function of up to 60 degrees. It means that when you use the appropriate brushes in Photoshop, the line on the drawing file will change from what angle the pencil holds to the screen.
Using the XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation)
Couple this with a laptop or, say, a Mac mini, and you have yourself an excellent, compact, portable setup for visual arts. Or combine it with a higher-end workstation and additional displays, and it makes a great companion tool that can also be taken on the road when needed.
The XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation) is compatible with any drawing software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Paint Tool SAI, Sketchbook, Clip Studio Paint, Gimp, Krita.... and etc. It works transparently and, it’s completely plug-and-play.
The screen is the perfect size for the type of work that I do, so I have absolutely no complaints about that in the least. I was initially concerned that the size would be to small, but it is great!
However, if you are more serious about your art or currently seeking to become a professional, it probably wouldn’t hurt if you got a larger size.
Others have commented that they were scared about the stylus not being able to go all the way to the edge of the screen, but I do not have this problem at all. I am able to easily click, write or draw at the very edges with no concerns.
The pen is great. It is not too large or bulky and when I am drawing, it feels just like I am using a pen on paper. The cursor goes exactly where I intend for it to go with no lag or jumping. I like that I do not feel disconnected from my picture as I did in the past with my previous screenless tablets.
I could not believe how comfortable and natural it felt, the fact you can make strokes directly on the screen and see the result right beneath provided greater control and comfort.
The buttons to the side are an excellent addition. I love being able to zoom in and out freely while I am working on my lineart or coloring. Eliminating the need to stop drawing, look for the magnifying glass to zoom in/out, then returning to drawing saves me a lot of time.
The tablet is only senstivity to the pen input. So I have no issues with where my hand lays on the XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation), as I can always see what I’m drawing without any problems.
The XP-Pen Artist 12 (2nd Generation) a joy to use for photographic and retouching work. Display your image on the main monitor, then use the Artist 12 (2nd Generation) and its HotKeys to touch up the details, while keeping an eye on what effect your changes are having on the overall image.
Conclusion
For the price of $250 USD this is a terrific device that I have used this every day since I got it. and It had really streamlined my work and gave everything a boost in quality because it is just natural to use a pen and draw right on the display.
Taking it on the road is not much of a hassle, and it truly allows me to be able to do the same type of work in the same way, and in the same amount of time, as I can from the comfort of my studio.
If you are looking for a portable pen display experience solution, or can’t afford the larger units but still want a drawing monitor for your work, this is the ticket.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this product on the XP-Pen Artist line, despite a few minor concerns. If you are interested in designing anything, this is the way to go for way cheaper than its big brother the 21.5 inch model - XP-Pen Artist 22 (2nd Generation) .
For the professional designer the pay off period is very short and the question of whether to purchase is a no brainer. For the student it is a good investment for the future and will certainly prove its worth.
That is really everything that I can think of, but if anyone has a question I will be more than happy to do my best to answer it. I am sure I have forgotten something!
XP-Pen US official Store: https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-12-2nd.html
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Note Taking, though it sounds simple, is a task without which many things will go haywire. Whether you are a student, a businessman, or just anyone attending a seminar, you are bound to make notes for future reference.
Note Taking has traditionally been done using paper and pen. But with the advancement of digital technology, there’s a shift of population from pen and paper to laptop or a digital device. It is also a skill for which you can be expected to get paid.
Gone are the days when notes and pens were mandatory; now, laptops or digital tablets with stylus are preferred to take notes.
A perfect device for note-taking does not really require expensive and top-notch specifications. However, a few basic specifications and configurations are essential.
When you think of a device to take notes, it must be something convenient and easy to carry. It must also have a decent battery life not to have to look for a plug point instead of writing.
Stylus pens have gotten increasingly more precise in the last few generations of tablets, and can pick up even the finest lines you put down. For digital artists, designers, students, editors, even anyone putting together a presentation for the office, these are an invaluable tool for boosting productivity and making your work look great.
Benefits of Digital note-taking
Digital note-taking has a lot of advantages over its physical counterpart. Firstly, less paper is used therefore it is better for the environment.
Anyone who is in school has probably experienced having mountains of notebooks piling up. Not only do they require hundreds of trees to be cut down, but also take a lot of space, which can be avoided by simply having a laptop and a drawing tablet.
Digital notes are also easier to search, making studying or projects easier.
Moreover, all your notes for every subject will be in one place for convenient usage. Even if you don’t have your laptop with you, you can still view them by uploading them to the Cloud.
So you don’t lose important information when a traditional paper notebook or sticky note accidentally ends up in the trash or goes missing.
Note Taking apps support Handwriting with stylus
Note Taking apps let you capture your ideas and stick them somewhere useful. That way, no matter what you need to know and no matter where you are, you can pull up the information you need.
There are literally hundreds of note-taking apps on the market. A lot of them are free, or at least provide a free trial.
If you are searching for the app to make note with your stylus for tablet, then OneNote, Evernote, Google Keep, Notability, Goodnotes, Xournal++, and Squid is the most appropriate option for you.
Portable standalone tablet with stylus for note taking
The thought of writing down every word on your tablet with a screen keyboard appeared tedious.
The solution is a tablet with a stylus with installed note-taking apps, high-efficiency technology, and advanced intelligent styluses.
If you’re looking for the perfect tablet for taking notes, ipad air, ipad pro, Microsoft Surface Pro, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Huawei MediaPad Pro, and Xiaomi Mi Pad Pro are the best choice.
Some tablets, like the Samsung Galaxy Tab come packaged with compatible styluses so you can get to work right away, while others like the Apple iPad Pro, surface pro require additional purchases for peripherals.
Tablets make it easy to take notes on the go and provide almost as much computing power as a laptop. But It’s more expensive than the laptops.
Graphic drawing tablet for note taking
If you think an iPad is kinda pricey as of now and you’re looking for a budget-friendly tablet with digital pen to achieve your dream handwritten digital notes on your laptop then you can try the graphic tablet.
Also often called a drawing tablet or a pen tablet, “graphic tablet” is really a blanket term for a touch technology that uses a stylus that, when used to draw on the tablet’s surface, will translate the strokes from your tablet on to your computer.
There are two different types of tablets for drawing, pen tablets and pen display monitors . Pen tablets are simpler drawing pads that need to be connected to a PC with screen monitor to display your work. While pen display monitors allows you drawing directly on the tablet screen.
Both Mac and Windows are able to properly support handwriting recognition and indexing. Being able to index an dynamically search your handwritten notes and diagrams is a unique and spectacular advantage when you’re dealing with months’ worth of scatter-brained thoughts.
The drawing tablets offer support for Windows and Mac platforms, some newly models now compatible with selected Android and Chromebook devices.
A drawing tablet usually comes with a stylus, which is closely related to a pen in shape. They are generally much easier and more comfortable to hold in your hand than a mouse, and they allow for an incredible degree of precision in your work.
The kind of precision that writing utensils bring, compared to fingers, is a chasm of difference. That is the appeal of using a stylus.
Most digital pens of drawing tablet come With EMR technology, the stylus will never die and never need recharging. It’s designed to feel comfortable in the hands, with a natural feel in the way it writes.
Thousands of individuals use Drawing tablet for NON-artistic purposes. Think note-taking, CAD, medical imaging, teaching, presentations, annotating, signatures, people who can’t use mice due to repetitive strain, etc.
Not only is this device perfect for note taking, it is also excellent for many other intensive applications such as graphic design and digital art. Most people will have no problems with the performance, so we highly recommend that you go for it.
graphics tablets such as XP-Pen brand have up to 8192 different levels of pressure sensitivity. With 8192 levels of pressure, you’ll not only be able to take advantage of note-friendly applications such as Notability (Mac) and OneNote (Windows), but programs with dedicated graphic tablet support (Photoshop, Sketchbook, etc).
With a stylus, you can tilt the pen, and move your hand and wrist into a natural drawing position. This allows you to have much more control over the strokes that you make. You can literally sketch with your computer.
4 Best drawing tablets for note taking
You can easily write your thoughts on OneNote and other note taking apps with digital pen tablet, write papers on Word and organize your files, among other productivity tasks.
The drawing tablet enables you to have one powerful laptop that runs everything. Whether it’s for painting, sketching, whiteboard writing, online classes, taking notes, annotating PDF/PPT documents or productive zoom meetings. Having a drawing tablet next to your Laptop can help you a lot.
If you just want a graphics tablet for note-taking, no Ipad, I say buy a xp-pen tablet, you don’t need some expensive wacom tablet if all you’re gonna do is take notes, it would be a total waste of money to buy the expensive tablet just take notes.
XP-Pen provides a cheap and great alternative to Wacom when it comes to drawing tablets for note taking.
1. XP-Pen Star G430S / Star G640
There’s not a whole lot to this XP-Pen Star G430S / Star G640 tablet but it’s a great entry-level device.
With an active surface measuring just 4 x 3 inches / 6 x 4 inches it’s not great for really detailed work but combine the high resolution 5080LPI with a pen that supports 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity and you can still create quite sophisticated work.
The pen is comfortable to hold and its battery-free which delivers a high-quality e-writing experience. The feel of pen on the surface is surprisingly good for such a cheap device, with just the right amount of drag, and the accuracy is spot on.
If you’re serious about your art or design work you’ll want something bigger but this compact, lightweight option is just fine for people starting out. and It can be carried around and used on the go!
2. XP-Pen Deco Fun XS / S / L
XP-Pen offers the following 3 sizes in it’s “Deco Fun” line: 4.8 x 3″, 6.3 x 4″ , 10 x 6.27″. Available in four colors: Classic Black, Apple Green, Space Blue, and Carmine Red.
The battery-free pen has a 8192 pen pressure levels and 60 degrees tilt sensitivity which is comfortable to use and feels like a pen on paper. Deco Fun XS Version doesn’t support the tilt function.
This tablet is simple to set up, you don’t need any external power adapter, just plug it in the USB port of your PC using the USB cable provided and you are good to go.
Valid for Chrome OS, Windows , macOS, Linux and Android operating system. You can use this device with your favourite note taking apps like OneNote, Evernote, Google Keep and Xournal++.
XP-Pen Deco Fun XS / S / L tablet itself doesn’t have any customizable buttons. However, the pen has 2 buttons that you can customize for tasks such as scrolling or erasing.
3. XP-Pen Deco Mini4 / Deco Mini7
XP-Pen Deco Mini4 / Deco Mini7 is a great budget device and has a compact size ( 4 x 3 inches / 7 x 4.37 inches active drawing area ) which is perfect for limited desktop areas.
It also has 6 / 8 customizable Expresskeys for keyboard shortcuts such as undo, copy/paste etc.
As for the pen, it has 8,192 pressure levels and “tilt recognition” to provide a natural drawing experience ( Deco Mini4 Version doesn’t support this tilt function ). The pen also has programmable buttons for easy access to your favourite shortcuts.
XP-Pen Deco Mini4 / Deco Mini7 tablet works with Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Android and Chrome OS devices. ideal for online tutoring, distance education, zoom meetings, editing of documents, photos, videos etc.
If you’d like to minimise the cables trailing across your desktop, the Deco Mini7w Wireless version is a great option. It connects via 2.4Ghz radio-frequency connection rather than a USB cable.
4. XP-Pen Artist 12
Artist 12 tablet is the cheapest pen display model XP-Pen has produced yet. It has a 11.6 inch FHD display with 72% NTSC Color gamut.
Meanwhile, on the display you get six customisable buttons and a touch bar. so you can program a greater number of shortcuts in your display tablet.
The battery-free pen has 8192 pressure levels and a digital eraser at the end. Moreover, this pen uses software to act as multiple pens and brushes in a full range of colours, with superb accuracy.
One can easily sketch or paint directly on screen, draw diagrams, annotate documents, enhance photos and videos with ease using this tablet.
Note that, XP-Pen Artist 12 is not a standalone device. You’ll need a USB port, HDMI port on your PC to connect. it can get power from the laptop or from power socket.
If you need a screen fully laminated, tilt senstivity, more sharper with better colour accuracy. you can have a look at XP-Pen Artist 12 2nd Generation or Artist 12 Pro version tablet.
Final Words
Note-taking tablets allow you to jot down ideas and questions quickly, holding a stylus gives you far more control over what you are doing.
If any of the above-mentioned tablets tick the boxes on your list, you are good to go.
Getting used to using a non-screen graphics tablet can be challenging, so don’t be disheartened if you aren’t getting it perfect first time round. It takes time and practice and once you try out a few of these tips, you might find that you improve a bit quicker.
This article should help you to find the best tablet and stylus to make your note-taking and your life that much better.
Source: https://www.xp-pen.com/forum-5614.html
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Are you an architect that works with AutoCAD you need more control over your free-hand drawings?
Are Graphic Tablets useful for Architects? Does it handle all types of tasks?
Contemplating getting a mobile tablet computer for as on on the go drawing but can’t decide which fits your workflow, budget or specifications?
Architecture is one of the fields of activity where computers have given professionals a lot more precision, the ability to work faster and more efficiently.
Computers are a necessity in today’s world. It encourage creativity through the use of apps that help in creating digital art like drawing and painting.
If you have a smoothly working laptop with architecture softwares such as Revit, 3dsmax, SketchUP, Archicad, Autocad, Rhino, etc. you may want a drawing tablet that comes with a digital pen to work with it.
As architects, we tend to draw a lot, sketch everything we see in our way, even if it is just drawing trees, people, or just doodling down what seems to be buildings.
But, what if we want to do all of this and put it digitally right away?
There are two ways of doing this, scanning all of your sketches and importing these into photoshop or illustrator software, or doing these sketches directly on a graphic tablet.
The AutoCAD ( also support some other architecture programs, You need to check first ) software fully supports drawing tablet, which enables you to quickly sketch an idea or easily modify parts of your drawing.
what is drawing tablet? and the types?
A graphics tablet is an optional electronic input device for computers, generally used by architects, engineers, artists, and others who want to correctly edit pictures.
Graphics tablets come with a stylus or pen with removable tips and have pressure sensitivity, allowing artists to have more brush stroke variation as determined by how hard they push the pen to the screen.
The Drawing tablets for Architects and Designers work best for those who do a lot of sketching, concept design, rendering or, illustration.
Also, for those used to sketching with a pencil and paper, you will be able to easily pick up the basics of using drawing tablets while advanced users are introduced to a world of deep functionality.
These drawing tablets come in three forms:
Pen Tablets
It includes two main components, i.e., a flat, rectangular pad on which to pull and a stylus applied to locate shapes on the pad.
Simple drawing pads that connect to a computer and are typically less expensive than other options. you will need to see the pc’s screen to visualise how your drawing comes out.
They’re perfect for beginners or established artists looking for an inexpensive option. Nowadays they tend to be wireless with an internal battery.
Pen displays
As traditional artists usually love the feel of drawing on paper, so the designers have come up with a way to recreate that feeling.
Feature a screen that you draw on but must be connected to a computer to supplement the necessary amount of power. They cost a bit more, but being able to draw directly on your art instead of staring at a computer monitor with your hand on a separate pen pad is really convenient.
A digital drawing tablet with screen allows you to blend your creativity with technology. With a screen that feels like paper-like-texture, you can have a more natural experience drawing.
if you have a slightly higher budget, you should consider choosing display tablets.
Pen computers / All-in-one tablets
Standalone machines that feature HD displays and don’t need to be connected to other devices to function. This is often what you’ll see high-end professionals working on.
These are the most expensive tablets. One of the biggest advantages of these tablets is that you don’t have to attach them to the computer to see your drawings. Furthermore, they are lightweight, making them one of the most portable devices.
What you’ll want to keep in mind are the following things：Your screen size requirement, battery life, use case, and what operating system you prefer for use.
Since drawing tablets interact with computers, it gives you access to more intensive architecture software than a mobile app can provide.
Drawing tablets can also have massive displays making it easier to work on the finer details of your work.
However, the trade-off here is that drawing tablets aren’t nearly as portable since they either need to be connected to a computer or can be too bulky for easy mobile use.
What Are the Uses of Graphics Tablets in industrial design?
It is almost difficult to describe the use of graphic tablets in a single sentence since they are used instead of a mouse in various ways. They are a necessary tool adopted across a pile of multiple industries and artistic niches.
Graphic tablets use the human hand’s fluid motion and physical positioning to its most magnificent power. Utilizing a graphic tablet is as convenient and straightforward as using a pencil, pen, or airbrush.
In industrial design, architects & engineers spend hours in the head of computer screens to build that ideal design. This may increase the need for persuasive drawing devices with unique features to induce their visions to life. The hardware and congenial software are steadily advancing. With the height of the list of new products, it is possible to discard your traditional screen and mouse and move entirely to a graphic tablet.
The one who does many illustrations, concept design, sketching, or rendering work might find a graphic tablet most useful.
They use graphic tablets because the use of a digital pen feels more natural to hold and work. This empowers them to create and design more smoothly and speedily.
Benefits Of Using Graphic Tablets For drawing architecture
One of the great things about having a drawing tablet is that being a architects, you can increase your productivity a lot.
By getting a drawing tablet, you’re going to be able to do just what you’re doing with pen on paper right on your computer screen.
Architects and designers can rely on it for their ideations and sketches with the help of the pen that comes with it.
The stylus makes the creation more effortless and convenient as everyone is used to keeping a pen or pencil in his or her hand.
Through a stylus, the tablet is used to create complicated shapes and allows a more natural drawing motion than it is possible with a computer mouse.
You’re going to be able to draw nice straight lines exactly as you want and waste less time redoing them to look right.
you can zoom in and pinpoint the stylus just where you like it. Your creations will now look 100% like you want them to and you have complete power over the stylus and drawing tablet.
The drawing tablets use pressure detection technology ( This is a unique feature of a drawing tablet and the app used for the purpose ) to trace current images which can storing in a digital format for uses like archiving or retouching.
Writing or drawing extensively with mouse can lead to repetitive stress injuries and even carpal tunnel syndrome. Many Architects and designers suffer from these injuries. Choosing graphic tablets instead of mouse helps in avoiding all these injuries.
The tablet have Functional keys around the active area can be programmed to create shortcuts. This saves time by offering quicker access to the most-used command functions.
If you’re excited about the value of getting a drawing tablet, you’re going to enjoy working with one!
The 6 best drawing tablet for architects
Plan on getting a new tablet for AutoCAD, SketchUP, Archicad, Revit, 3ds max, photoshop, etc?
Tablets are essential devices when it comes to architecture and construction because without them, making changes to drawings can be a time-consuming task. And so, they make things easier for you.
Wacom drawing tablet models are especially ahead in the industry. But from my experiences, it’s true that XP-Pen’s products have been getting better over the years to the point where their products could directly compete with Wacom’s products, and their price, compared to Wacom’s, is relatively cheaper, which means you could possibly get more value with the same budget.
If you are an artist and looking for a compact and powerful drawing device, you must have come across Apple iPad Pro and the Microsoft Surface Pro.
In this article, we list the 6 best tablets for architects, architecture students and construction drawings.
1. Microsoft Surface Pro 7
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is a tablet and a laptop at the same time. In other words, you get the best of both worlds.
Because the ability to detach the display from the keyboard makes it a tablet, and putting it back transforms it into a laptop.
So unless you will be doing some serious rendering, then the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is a solid option for architecture.
The performance varies because of the different configurations. The most powerful has an Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. Whiles the base model has an Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, and 128GB SSD.
The display is bright and beautiful making it easy to be used outdoors. And the build quality is better than the previous version – Surface Pro 6. But, the weight and thinness are still the same.
The stylus of the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is one of the things that makes it great for drawing and making changes to the plan. However, it is sold separately and that includes the keyboard.
Its Color Gamut is 97 percent of sRGB ( 72% NTSC / 79% Adobe RGB ), very close to the Standard Gamut. Battery life is decent about 8 hours on average. Good enough for a day’s work.
Overall, the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is one of the best tablets for architects and construction drawings. It’s lightweight and has enough performance to handle architecture software. Highly-recommended.
2. iPad Pro
Brilliant 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with ProMotion, True Tone, and P3 wide color. which is bright, sharp and has great viewing angles. 5G for superfast downloads and high-quality streaming.
New features include a near edge-to-edge display, a lot more storage space, a 12 megapixels camera for insanely sharp pictures and a 35% faster processor. Apple M1 chip for next-level performance. That means this iPad outperforms many laptops speed-wise.
The iPad Pro 11-inch is compatible with the new second generation Apple Pencil. If you use a stylus a lot – to draw and do more detailed work – the new Apple Pencil has some updates that might interest you. It’s technically more advanced meaning it’s even more pressure sensitive and will react in absolute unison with your hands movements.
You can also charge it with a magnetic connection, which means it automatically recharges while you’re not using it. No need to plug it into your iPad to charge it, which gives it a clear edge over the first generation of Apple Pencils.
Battery life is superb easily able to last over 10-11 hours. However, the stylus pen, keyboard and trackpad are not included in the package. So, you have to make a separate purchase.
A lightweight device that you can take along to construction sites and architectural projects. which lets you easily bring your technical drawings and view their details with the highest accuracy wherever you need to. The Apple iPad although pricey offers much better value and performance than most drawing tablets.
3. XP-Pen Star G640S
The XP-Pen Star G640S is one of the cheapest option, and with a 6.5×4 inches working area, it’s also one of the smallest and lightest. That means it’s easy to stick in a bag and take on the go.
It has 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, which matches that of much more expensive models, and promises to work with Windows, Android , Chromebook, Linux , Mac Operating system and a wide variety of graphics software.
It comes equipped with 6 customizable physical keys and 20 replacement pen nibs. The stylus does not need charging which ensures no disruptions in the middle of work.
XP-Pen Star G640S is ideal for drawing, editing, sketching, animation, and digital signatures.
Because of its size, it’s definitely a starter tablet, but if you’re just looking for something to begin, then this might be a good product to start.
The Star G640 offers the best drawing pad option for any architects and engineers looking for a portable, decent-priced tablet.
4. XP-Pen Deco 03
Experience a more natural way of working on your computer with a 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
The drawing tablet has a larger active drawing area than Star G640S in this list at 10 X 5.62 inches and 8mm thick.
The tablet comes with six built-in expresskeys and a red scroll wheel to help improve your workflow and speed.
The battery-free stylus included comes with two shortcut buttons and 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, that provides natural looking, accurate and efficient strokes.
The drawing area has a glossier finish than other tablets available, but there is still a slight paper-like surface that imitates the feeling of drawing with a pen and paper.
For those on a tight budget who cant yet afford a Wacom Intuos tablet, the XP-Pen Deco 03’s performance and features are way beyond what you can expect to pay for it. With plenty of shortcut keys, precise levels of pen pressure and a textured drawing surface.
Its sleek design plus its A4 size large working area is the perfect choice for architects, engineers, and students using CAD, 3D sculpting programs, and other software.
5. XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro
The 13.3-inch screen that comes with an anti-glare film. the XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro’s Fully laminated Screen seamlessly combines the glass and LCD which reduces the parallax.
With its rich 16.7-million color display (6-bit) , 1920x1080 FHD resolution and 88% NTSC ( 120% sRGB / 91% Adobe RGB ) gamut, the Artist 13.3 Pro certainly runs the gamut of quality graphics and colors.
The pen is sensitive and can detect pressure on the screen, allowing you to have great control, which is highly important for any professional architect.
It also supports a 60-degree tilt brush effect, letting you apply just the right strokes to your CAD drawings.
Designed for either left-handed or right-handed use, the Artist 13.3 Pro also has 8 customizable buttons and 1 red roller wheel to make drawing easier than ever.
Whether you’re a beginner, a casual artist, or a professional, the XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro is the best drawing tablet option for an easy yet professional user experience.
6. XP-Pen Artist 22 2nd Generation
Its 21.5 inches large display helps you to access any software’s dashboard and artboard more perfectly. A larger screen allows you to more easily draw fine details .
The drawing tablet provides precise accuracy with colors and more vibrancy compared to older models ( Artist 22E Pro and Artist 22 Pro). The display offer realistic color accuracy up to 90% Adobe RGB ( 86% NTSC / 122% sRGB ). which means you can accurately reproduce even the most subtle shades.
Its PA6 battery-free Pen has 8192 pressure levels and 60 degrees of tilt function that creates smooth and natural lines.
The graphics display tablet supports USB-C to USB-C connectivity. This makes it easy to connect it with other devices that support USB-C input.
Artist 22 2nd Generation comes with a stand that can be adjusted as per the working position.
Users particularly love how crisp and vibrant this drawing tablet’s display is. Simplify your workflow by getting this well-built drawing tablet for architects and engineers.
7. XP-Pen Artist 24
The larger model 24” comes with a 2K ( 2560 x 1440 ) QHD resolution and can display 94% of the Adobe RGB ( 90% NTSC / 127% sRGB ) color space.
The PA6 digital pen has been engineered with Battery-Free Electromagnetic Resonance (EMR) technology.
Stylus does not need charging and ensures smooth lines with 8192 pen pressure levels, 60 degrees tilt recognition and a 233PPS report rate.
Its adjustable stand that comes with the XP-Pen Artist 24 device has an ergonomic design to provide comfort while working.
This is the perfect high end tablet for cad drawings and fast SketchUp. you can create plans and technical drawings with the utmost precision and efficiency.
Conclusion
Choosing the right graphics tablet for your projects is the key to get good quality digital artworks.
The drawing experience (pen to screen) is much more natural.But if you are just starting out, a screenless tablet will work fine for what you want to do.
I couldn’t exactly say which model is the best for you as architects’ needs vary heavily from a person to another. For me, I put the most weight on the color accuracy and the responding speed of the display because the nature of my work requires high color accuracy (lots of printing and digital displaying). Others may put weight on the pen’s performance due to their drawing styles, which require highly responsive actions.
Digital drawing tablets are a godsend for all the architects out there as it has eliminated all the hassle of endless large canvases or pages. They have also enhanced the accuracy of their designs, along with boosting their efficiency and productivity; even on the go.
Since these devices are solely designed for the purpose of drawing, you get a true and enhanced convenience to bring all your visions and creativity to life.
If you’re an architect or a student of architecture; or even if it’s to recommend the best tablet for architects to your friend or relative, this write-up is just for you.
Let me know in the comments below what are your thoughts on a Graphic Tablet and contribute to this community with your experience using one.
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The original meaning of animation was ‘the state of being alive’. Animation is all about getting a group of individual images that change subtly but progressively and chaining them together.
Most 2D animation is done in Adobe Animate CC (almost every cartoon on disney, cartoon network, and nickelodeon is animated this way) or Toon Boom Harmony. Usually it is hand animated, but sometimes (very, very rarely now) they use rotoscoping.
Most 3D animation is done in Maya or 3DS Max (usually maya). Sometimes it is hand animated, but usually they use motion capture of some sort.
Tools used are usually drawing tablets, for 2D animation in Adobe Animate it’s similar to hand drawn animation with parts overlapping other parts, animation cells, and frames. For 3D animation you use bones (the character/actor’s limbs and body movement) and a few other things.
In terms of animation, a drawing tablet is an extremely various instrument and you do not have to look too far inside an animator’s instrument field to seek out one.
Whether or not you’re employed inside a 2D or 3D surroundings, when creating animations, a drawing pad can be utilized for all manner of duties from preliminary sketching and storyboarding, although to complicated scene creation and animating full frames.
Interestingly, you get to do these right from a digital screen. Doesn’t that sound pretty fun-filled and convenient?
Many artists and illustrators have started to show their passion using a drawing tablet with a screen. Be it for unleashing their creativity or art jobs, the best drawing tablet can serve them in manifold ways.
Any digital animators who understand and value their trade will admit that animation graphics tablets are incredibly useful and powerful. They are a must-have for anyone looking to simplify the tedious animation and drawing processes.
While the power and usefulness of tablets are undebatable, not all the models are similar in design and capability. Therefore, your pick will depend on your skills and your objectives.
Benefits Of Using Drawing Tablets For Animation
Mostly because it’s faster. Way faster. If you’ve ever worked with a 3D software like Maya or 3D Max you know that you spend a lot of your time looking at the character model and moving its body parts around.
Doing that with a pen feels so much more natural than a mouse, it’s like touching the model with you hands. You get more precise with your tweaking and you move around incredibly faster.
Absolute placement is the principle of drawing tablets, which is where the location of the stylus on the tablet appears at the same spot on the panel.
There are 4 corners of the screen on the tablet so you can travel around faster. Using the stylus, similar to moving the mouse around to get your cursor where you want it, takes less time. In an instant, you will be exactly where you want to be.
Working with a mouse can be tiring while using cartoonist’s software since your wrist is flat and you can only work with harsh dragging gestures that include your whole side. Typically, the mouse is imprecise and clunky in your palm, and after extended use, your palm begins to cramp. A mouse is perfect for browsing the internet, scrolling, or doing basic jobs, but a drawing tablet for animation helps you to complete detail-intensive things more easily.
When you have a drawing pad, you don’t have to get rid of your mouse. They work well together, so it makes sense to have both of them. Certain tasks are more mouse-oriented and others are simpler to complete with the stylus, it all depends on what you do.
Using drawing tablets for cartooning will also help to provide more clarity in the designs and figures. Since it’s just like using a pen or a pencil, you can draw outlines or curves lined up very specifically. No more wondering when things start going to happen when you use a mouse for digital cartooning.
Shortcut keys are also a great feature that comes with most of the drawing tablets. You can customize the shortcut keys as per your requirements!
The drawing tablet may also be used in all applications; it is not exclusive to Photoshop, Illustrator, Clip Studio Paint or any other software that might be used by animators.
A Drawing Tablet Opens Up The New Empire of the Imagination
Once you get up to speed, learning digital cartooning drawing techniques is another enjoyable way to improve your artistic production. Think about cartooning art, interactive painting and animation using a dedicated drawing tablet, pen displays and apps. There is no limit to how you will show yourself. All that’s needed is some creativity and a desire to place a pencil on paper or rather a stylus on tablet.
A drawing tablet normally comes with a stylus that is closely similar to the shape of a marker. They are usually much simpler and more convenient to keep in your hand than a mouse and allow an amazing degree of precision in your work.
Drawing tablets for animation and digital cartooning have up to 8192 different degrees of exposure to pressure. Whereas Mouse only has two degrees of sensitivity to the pressure; clicked or not clicked. This gives tablets a huge advantage over mouse , particularly for thorough digital painting. When using Photoshop, the sensitivity of the pressure spreads to the brushes as well. This makes it much easier to mix colours, incorporate effects, and apply cartoonist’s tools.
With a stylus, you can rotate the pen and shift your hand and wrist to a normal drawing position. This helps you to have a lot of control on the strokes you’re making. You can digitally paint with your stylus within Photoshop, and your work would look more realistic, simply because you have a natural range of hand and finger dexterity. If you want your digital cartooning to come alive and look organic, realistic, competent, then the drawing tablet is the perfect tool for your design work.
What tablet do animators use?
Drawing Tablets are now available in several sizes, ranging from lightweight, more compact ones to bigger options for creative digital cartoonists.
The smaller tablets are lightweight and simple to bear. They can be conveniently thrown into a suitcase or briefcase.
A stable animator’s tablet needs to be responsive and simple to deal with. Some animators desire a transportable pill that may transfer with them on the go. Others need a big tablet for house use.
One of many greatest elements to think about is pricing. This will likely have the most important impact in your choice as a result of good digital tablets aren’t low cost.
Wacom needs very little introduction, but for the sake of formality they are a Japanese company that specializes in making interactive pen displays, pen tablets, and styluses.
They’ve been around since the ‘80s, and over the years have grown to dominate the drawing tablet industry. They have produced legendary product lines, including the Intuos and Cintiq . Be aware, though, that their products are more expensive than other brands.
XP-Pen is one of the main manufacturers of drawing tablets, interactive pen displays and handwritten input digitizer products . They have been around since 2005, though for the first 10 years they only served the Chinese market.
However, in 2015, they took on the global market by launching their graphic tablet on Amazon. Over time, more and more of their products have been marketed internationally, and have received a warm welcome.
their tablets aimed at those who want the premium features of Wacom graphics tablets, but don’t have the budget to afford one.
5 Best Graphics Tablets for Animation
Animators want as a lot precision as attainable to make correct marks, alter frames, and to maneuver by way of rapidly.
For this reason show tablets actually are the only option. In the event you’re extra of a hobbyist then a easy graphics tablet could suffice.
However in the long term artists who work digitally sometimes transfer onto show tablets. They’re higher high quality and simply really feel simpler to make use of.
1. XP-Pen Deco Pro
XP-Pen Deco Pro is available in two different sizes ( Small - 9x5"active area and Medium - 11x6"active area ) and two connection models ( with or without 4.2 Bluetooth connectivity ).
Large A5 or A4 working area allowing you to get creative without worrying about the space constraints.
With the Deco Pro Bluetooth model, you can enjoy the convenience of wireless creating with built-in Bluetooth.
The tablet has 8 shortcut buttons and an innovative dual wheels that lets you easily pan around and zoom in and out of your drawings quickly.
the Stylus is lightweight and battery-free, the device is capable of recognising 60° of tilt and 8192 levels of pressure in pen. You can use this device with any drawing software such as Photoshop, Paint Tool SAI and many more.
2. XP-Pen Artist Pro 16
If you are a professional artist, XP-Pen Artist Pro 16 can be a great choice. It has powerful 8192 levels of pen pressure and 60 degrees of tilt sensitivity.
It comes with a 15.4-inch compact IPS 1920 x 1080 (16:9) resolution screen, which provides a great viewing experience. And, the tablet is equipped with full laminated screen technology which ensure the minimize parallax .
The tablet has an amazing gamut color of up to 99% Adobe RGB which provides various natural colors on the screen display.
The Artist Pro 16 is the first XP-Pen’s display tablet with the X3 Smart Chip stylus which increases 10-fold the sensitivity of the initial activation force ( IAF to under three grams ) that recognizes even the lightest pen strokes.
The Stylus have a digital eraser at the end. And we can physically flipped the tool over to use its eraser end to scrub out mistakes.
In the center of 8 customizable keys, there’s a Dual dials. which you can use as per your choice.
Different amazing features of Artist Pro 16 makes it one of the top graphic tablets . This screen drawing tablet will work very smoothly and it will provide a great user experience.
3. XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro
XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro is a 21.5-inch drawing tablet with 1920 x 1080 display resolution.
120% SRGB will provide good color accuracy and improve your visual experience with the tablet.
Totally outfitted with 20 specific keys and 2 red dial wheels , animators can absolutely customise their workspace, aided by the adjustable monitor stand that effortlessly alters the tablet’s angle.
PA2 battery-free stylus comes with 60 degrees natural tilt recognition and 8192 levels of pen pressure that helps to achieve realistic drawing experience.
With this large size display drawing tablet, you will get a comfortable experience while working.
4. XP-Pen Artist 24 Pro
For animators and creators looking for a graphics tablet, but still want a professional graded product, then the XP-Pen Artist 24 Pro is a worthy option.
with a grand drawing surface of 24-inch , you can Create directly on a large canvas with premium color performance.
The combination of 90 percent Adobe RGB colour accuracy, 2k ( 2560 x 1440 pixels) Resolution, and a 16.7 Million colours produce a true-to-life visual experience.
The Battery-free Stylus has low pen latency, tilt support, and pressure sensitivity provide artists with a more precise control and a natural pen-on-screen experience.
There are 20 shortcut keys and 2 red dial wheels available on the tablet that will allow you to customize keys as per your need.
It has fantastic build quality, accuracy and precision. This XP-Pen tablet is a great option if you are looking for a large screen tablet that is feature-rich.
5. iPad Pro
Ideal for animators as well as regular users, the Apple iPad Pro comes replete with powerful features and a stylish body.
The 2021 refresh of the iPad Pro comes with the M1 processing chip, which was previously only found in Macs. This enables apps to run faster than ever.
with its luminous 12.9-inch liquid retina XDR display, creating incredible works of art is easier.
The Apple Pencil 2 makes for smooth , intuitive and impressive drawing, especially when combined with the Procreate app and some amazing Procreate brushes.
With the addition of a Magic keyboard, it can be converted into a laptop. but you’ll have to fork out more money for the Apple Pencil 2 and Magic keyboard.
If you wanted portability you should’ve took the iPad Pro. Also 12.9-inch is a really good size for carrying arround (I always carry it with me).
Conclusion:
Overall, as you can see, the advantages of using a drawing tablet for animation, cartoons outweigh the benefits of using other devices. They will make your life as a digital cartoonist so much easier, particularly when you’re working in Toon Boom Harmony , Moho or OpenToonz!
Stylus pens will make you feel more natural and you will be able to get more information about your projects. Shortcut keys and pressure sensitivity functionality will carry the job to a different level, and you’ll be able to do more in less time!
Developing drawing skills while being a digital cartoonist takes time and practice, but it can inspire your creativity much as it did in childhood. To achieve that point, it’s worth taking the time to learn the fundamentals of how to catch the human face and how to draw flora and fauna. From there, you can build up character illustration, comics, manga and animation, or whatever style you find suits your aesthetics.
Do let us know if you’ve been using any other tools for your creativity in the comments section and we can write about the same in our upcoming articles.
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Thanks to remakes and remasters of retro video games, pixel art has made a return to the spotlight. Although new video game graphics have reached a hyper-realistic level, it still can’t beat the charm of pixel art. Which is why game developers and artists alike turn to pixel art tools to create throwback video games and artwork.
Pixel art is a discipline like any other, which means it takes time and practice to learn how to do it well. It helps to have a background in other visual arts, but it’s not required, though it will then take longer to learn properly.
If you want to do pixel art professionally (as a freelance artist for example) you’ll most likely need to learn about animation as well since most jobs will have you animate characters for a game.
It takes up the same concept as any other forms of art. For the most part, failures will be made and few successes to it, especially when someone is starting out. The great thing about pixel art is that you can use whatever style and size you desire!
Finally, even if you’re very skilled, pixel art pieces can take a lot of time. Good pixel art is hard to make. It takes years of practice to get good. This is partly because pixel art is a very minutious discipline, but also because you’ll end up redoing a lot of the same sprites over and over as revisions are needed due to the game changing.
It IS however very rewarding. Seeing your animated characters come to life in an interactive environment is very satisfying after you spend so much time and effort creating them!
Do you want to try your hand at creating pixel perfect artwork? Then these pixel art tools will help you get started.
Best pixel art software
art software that allows you to draw on a computer will be your best ally for making pixel art.
While there’s great dedicated tools for making pixel art, you can use any drawing program to follow along.
Here’s a list of software commonly used for pixel art:
Aseprite: Great professional editor with many time-saving features (paid).
GraphicsGale: A classic, used in many games. It’s a little complex, but full of great features (free).
Piskel: Free online pixel art editor (free).
Photoshop: Powerful image editor not intended to make pixel art but you can set it up to use it (paid).
GIMP: comes with all the tools you’ll need to make professional pixel art. best known as the “free alternative” to Photoshop (free).
my favorite software is Aseprite, but you should use whatever your’re most comfortable with.
Aseprite is incredibly powerful, packed with features and yet simple to use. The main advantage of Aseprite is that you can export gifs (you can’t in the free version of GG).
You can also get the free trial for Aseprite, but keep in mind it won’t save your files, which I guess it’s OK if you are just practicing.
You can use Photoshop or GIMP for pixel art, but in my opinion these are best relegated to very particular kinds of operations. Using a dedicated pixelart app for most of your pixelart stuff saves time setting up and avoids showing options that are ultimately pretty irrelevant to pixel art -- of which there are many. Some features -- like tile autocompletion -- are only found in pixel-art specific apps.
Best device for pixel art
Thanks to the computer, it is now possible to draw without limits and without having to spend hundreds of dollars in drawing materials consumed at a high pace.
There are many different ways to draw on a computer. While starting out with no specific hardware other than your laptop, investing in computer drawing pad tablet seems to be a must for those who want to improve their design process and draw more accurately and quickly than with a mouse.
A pen tablet is more ergonomic and better for your hand and wrist over long periods (trust me on this one). they have helped me in the past when I have RSI niggles.
It is much quicker navigating the screen when mapped “correctly” ( I think it is called corner to corner mapping) your hand starts to remover where certain button are on the screen and you can just move to them almost instantly. Selecting multiple things is also made much easier.
Big advantages to the tablet are, pressure sensitivity, it feels as if it were a pencil on paper, which is so lovely to work with.
A graphics tablet is worth it for pixel art, but I recommend also experimenting with non-pixel-art (eg CG or ink, with MyPaint, Krita, or Photoshop) -- tablets are very versatile, building up your skills in other areas will help your pixelart skills, and experimenting is VASTLY quicker with a tablet than basically anything else I’ve ever tried.
Shopping for a drawing tablet can be a bit overwhelming. The pricing is confusing, and important features like pressure sensitivity and latency aren’t always easy to understand.
It can be intimidating to see all these expensive big screen displays by Wacom, or products by Apple. But You can get away with using a cheaper tablet when it comes to pixel art since you don’t really need a super accurate pressure sensor!
The cheap drawing tablet will allow you to get a feel for digital art and begin building up your skill before you spend too much.
If you bought an iPad and decided you didn’t like on-screen drawing, you’d be out a bit of money; likewise buying an expensive non-screen tablet and deciding you prefer on-screen.
A drawing tablet helps if you are already skilled/more comfortable with using a traditional pencil/paper and can be useful for drawing large scenes where you can do broad strokes.
personally I think it Depends on the size of art you’re drawing. I prefer using a drawing pad for sizes 64x64px and above, otherwise a mouse works just fine for anything smaller than 64x64px. The mouse is definitely better for detail work, so use that to your advantage to clean up the sketchiness.
Advice on Graphics Tablet
Recommendations for drawing tablet? There are cheaper alternatives to wacom . Doesn’t matter the brand, just check the reviews. I always recommend XP-Pen since I use their tablets daily and they never failed me. If you’re looking for a premium drawing tablet at an affordable price, then the XP-PEN may be your best bet.
For starters get XP-Pen Deco or Star (see which size is best for you) - those are drawing tablets without screen, meaning you draw on them but look at your PC monitor, similar to a mouse but you have more control with drawing.
You can get a pretty cheap tablet, like a XP-Pen Star G640 for around $40 on Internet. It is pretty thing, but it works really well, and if you don’t have a lot of money, it is a good start.
If you want drawing tablet with screen, meaning you draw direcly onto the screen, get XP-Pen Artist.
I have XP-Pen Artist 24 Pro which is a huge drawing tablet so when i draw high resolution pixel art or 2D animation or drawing in general I use my tablet. I find it works really well, especially for pulling lines.
The tablet has a screen with 2K resolution , battery-free stylus, 2 roller wheels and 20 hot keys, which I really like. The colors are good, and the pressure sensitivity is amazing. It is on the large side, but XP-Pen makes five different sizes of screen tablet, so if you’re interested, you can think about which one works best for you, I have the 24 inch one, the others are 11 and 22 inches I believe.
Best of all, it is way less expensive than most screen tablets (Their older versions are a little cheaper, and of course the smaller one is quite a bit less and the larger quite a bit more).
I prefer to draw directly on the screen . I begin my sprites by drawing the lineart on a canvas about four times larger than the final sprite size. Then, after I shrink the lineart to the desired size and clean it up, I fill in the colors and shading.
I am used to digital drawing and painting, so when working with pixel art, it seems very "natural" for me. Of course, with this, it can get a bit messy, and you’ll have to clean up your work. If you’re working with Aseprite, there is an option to clean up your work a bit called "Pixel-perfect". I prefer just erasing pixels I’m not using.
Conclusion
You don’t need anything fancy to make good pixel art, and you can do fine even with just a good mouse and free software.
If you’re already used to a mouse then continue with it, a lot of artists use mice and there’s no real draw back (I use a mouse myself).
Ultimately just use whatever you are most comfortable with and you should be fine.
The artist makes the art, not the tool. But your tool, as an artist is actually your body.
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With a graphic tablet you can draw on your computer! Your screen will turn into your canvas.
If you do any type a graphic design, digital design, digital art and marketing graphics there will come a time that you will need some new equipment to take your skills and abilities up a notch. I highly recommend XP-Pen products.
Graphics Drawing Tablets for PC have come a long way in recent years. Gone are the days where the only game in town was a Wacom Intuos. Now, there are options to suit all budgets – from powerful, feature-packed pen displays with high-resolution touchscreens, to mid-range and cheap drawing tablets that balance price with power.
XP-Pen was founded in 2005 and in my opinion, whether you’re interested in painting, drawing or photograph retouching, it is the company you should consider when looking for a graphics tablet.
Recently, XP-Pen introduced a new addition to its Deco family: the XP-Pen Deco Fun with XS, S, L three sizes and four different colors. Since I’ve been a XP-Pen tablet user for many years, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it.
The first thing I noticed was that XP-Pen now offers a bewildering selection of entry level and mid range tablets.
These “entry level” tablets are the XP-Pen Deco Fun Series. Prices vary because their sizes vary by tablet. They feature a smooth drawing surface and Android compatible with Android, Chrome OS.
For my tests, I bought the whole models of the Deco Fun range.
Unboxing the XP-Pen Deco Fun
When I first got it I was really excited because I’d seen on Youtube all the unboxings and the interior of the box is really nice!
It’s a beautiful box for storing your tablet in! Underneath the tablet is a compartment for the cable, that connects it to your laptop, and the manual.
Once you buy it, you’ll get:
– The actual Tablet .
– The pen with buttons .
– 1 Pen Clipper and 10 extra nibs
– A booklet containing information on the tablet
– a USB connecting cable
Models
There are three versions of the Deco Fun. The price depends on the size you get too, obviously the bigger, the more expensive.
Extra Small ($29.99) — This tablet works well for those looking for an ultra-portable design as it measures 182.4 x 134.7 x 10.5mm.
Small ($39.99 ) — This size is my personal preference at 210.5 x 159.8 x 12.9mm. This matches my laptop well and easily fits in the bag for on-location work. Its large enough to use comfortably at a desk.
Large ($49.99) —This size works best for illustrators or those with a large work area. It measures 315 x 222.9 x 12.5mm.
Info & Features:
Here is some information and features about the tablet:
– The tablet has no buttons on the side to customize .
– There are additional 2 buttons on the pen.
– you can connect the tablet with its USB-C to USB-A type cable.
– The XP-Pen Deco Fun has also great pen pressure sensitivity.
– It has about 3 sizes and four colors ( Classic Black, Space Blue, Apple Green, Carmine Red ) to choose from.
– The small and Large Size tablets do have tilt feature.
– tablets supports Window , Mac , linux , Android connection and is widely compatible with Chromebook devices.
The Deco Fun is a simple entry into pen and tablet-based photo editing and illustration on a budget. While not as large as pricier options, and serving only as a map of the screen and not an actual screen, the Deco Fun’ pressure sensitivity simplifies and speeds up many types of brush-based work.
Here’s the official website for the XP-PEN Deco Fun: https://www.xp-pen.com/product/905.html
Install the Driver
Getting used to the tablet also involved getting the hang of how the pen worked on the tablet’s surface. Much of this was made flexible via the tablet driver.
Once you have your tablet, you need to install all the drivers so it all works properly, which is a very simple task to do and shouldn’t take up a lot of time.
Just Go to the XP-Pen official site drivers page. Click Download next to the latest driver that corresponds to your computer’s operating system. Follow the prompts to finish the driver installation.
The Driver will help you to make relevant modifications on pen pressure to helping it feel akin to an actual pencil.
Tech Review
The tablet surface corresponds to your computer monitor; moving the pen over the tablet is analogous to moving your finger on a track pad — the movement is in your hands, but your eyes remain forward, looking at the monitor. While it sounds less intuitive than drawing directly on the screen, in practice it feels natural.
Made from smooth black plastic similar in feel to the Touchpad on a Laptop, the XP-Pen Deco Fun should look right at home on most desks. The majority of the tablet is taken up by that work surface, which measures 6.3 by 4 inches on the small model .
Four rubber pads underneath provide grip to carry the tablet steady while you’re working. While constructed from plastic, the Deco Fun feels well-built for the price. I did find that with enough use, the pen will leave tiny scratch marks in the surface of the tablet .
Use the Deco Fun feels like the you tried to type without looking at your hands. Watching the screen instead of your hand while drawing feels strange, at first, but that odd feeling slowly fades the more you use the tablet system until it feels just as easy as typing.
In fact, employing a separate tablet and monitor — versus drawing directly on a screen — may even be a plus, as your hand doesn’t physically block your view of your digital canvas.
My experience with it
Digital Painting experience
After installing the XP-Pen Deco Fun, I began exploring the digital medium landscape by trying out the paid software offer of Photoshop CC , alongside various other different free software including Medibang Paint, Gimp ,Krita, etc.
The bundled software ( ArtRage Lite ) doesn’t do much for me . I think it’s better to buy a Deco Fun and then buy whatever software you want to use with it.
The drawing surface is awesome: slick and smooth with no skips or lag. XP-Pen has always made quality tablets so there’s no surprise that the pen responsiveness is spot-on.
The product does have its downfalls, The real difference between this tablet and its predecessors (and other tablets in XP-Pen’s lineup) are the customizable hot buttons down the side of the tablet.
you can using it replaces drawing paper, pencils, watercolors, and just any other art tool you could think of!
A lot drawing programs are free, so once you get a tablet, you are essentially ready to go.
Since tablet stylus acts just like a pen, paintbrush, or whatever you want it to be, the table itself senses pressure. The biggest edge the Deco Fun has over a mouse is the pressure sensitivity.
More pressure creates smaller, darker strokes, while less pressure creates a line as large as the selected brush with more edge gradient. The pen doesn’t mean you never need to choose a brush size, shape, or edge again, but the pressure sensitivity allows you to urge that maximum brush size or just a fraction of that selected brush with light pressure.
This makes it so that when you press hard, the lines made are thicker and darker, just like in real life. You can easily draw and color like you would on regular paper, except with more tools that you couldn’t use in real life.
Use Deco Fun Graphic Tablet to Edit Photos
The main benefit to a tablet when photograph retouching is not as obvious as you might think. The precise movements compared to a mouse are nice but actually being able to change pressure on the pen is equally as useful, especially if you are dodging and burning.
While the Deco Fun is the most time-efficient when using the pressure sensitivity, the tablet-based editing feels more natural for a number of other uses. Using the pen to tap out blemishes with the healing tool was slightly faster than using the mouse, but it also felt more natural and, frankly, helped me in making a tedious task a bit more enjoyable.
If you think you’d be better/faster with a tablet, you should seriously consider getting one. Illustrators, cartoonists, animators, photographers doing retouching/editing by mouse would all benefit from a tablet.
I use the pen stylus even for video editing. Period point blank, holding a pen is going to be more accurate and efficient rhan holding a mouse for any computer task you can think of, at least for me.
Works with Chromebooks
This entry level tablet connects to any Chromebook with a USB cable and then you use the included stylus to draw like you’d normally draw! I’ve used a similar product from XP-Pen before to draw out math equations and it worked really well.
Supported on Chrome OS 88 and later, and Kernel version 4 and later(including 4.4, 4.14 and 4.19).
If your Chromebook has a touchscreen, the lag on some of those can make drawing accurately nearly impossible.
There are plenty of drawing apps for Chromebooks . You could use this for art (obviously) but also for students who want to show their math work.
This most likely has very little lag and the price makes it very affordable to boot.
Also when you buy the deco fun tablet you will get the three-month trail of Explain Everything whiteboard app （ just like Google Jamboard , Openboard and MS Whiteboard ） license .
Just download the app on your device to use to draw and open the board in a browser to screen share (or just send them the share link to view) and they can see what you draw.
I’ve been using the xp-pen with OneNote and PowwrPoint and it’s worked great. You get used to coordinating the pen with the screen pretty quickly. it’s great for online courses .
Support connect to your Android phone or tablet!
you need to download a driver to your pc and connect the tablet to update the tablet’s firmware . after that its suppoused to work as intended.
It doesnt work with bluetooth it has to be connected using usb otg ( not come with , you have to buy one by yourself ) .
I connected my XP-Pen Deco Fun to my Samsung Galaxy (my phone came with a special adapter) and it technically works. However, you can’t see where the pen is but you can still click and draw.
inixPint X this one support pen pressure and Sketchbook are my favorite apps . also with also medibang paint and adobe sketch ( idk why those 2 dont support pen pressure , But you can still draw. ).
Conclusion
The XP-Pen Deco Fun is the perfect tablet for anyone to start their journey in the digital medium. The added bonus of the free software, and relatively cheap prize makes it a perfect comic for the budget artist.
If you’re looking at buying a Drawing Tablet, I definitely recommend getting a XP-Pen Deco Fun. For a beginner, it’s perfect, not difficult to use and great results.
I’m thrilled with it and happily using it to sketch and paint in Photoshop.
If you do a lot of retouching, photography editing or even drawing, you should buy one, in my opinion. It’s a solid product with minimal problems.
If you draw a lot, I would consider a XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Drawing Tablet With Screen . I do not think you’d benefit from a screen with photograph retouching, so I do not recommend getting the more expensive model if you’re only interested in photography.
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What is a graphics tablet?
The graphics tablet is probably one of the most interesting devices to connect to a computer, especially if you want to develop your creativity in the field of graphics or design. Despite its appearance very close to the tablets we use to surf the Internet, its use is completely different.
graphics tablet is also called drawing tablet, computer drawing tablet, hand-painted tablet, etc. It is a kind of computer input equipment, usually consisting of an electronic painting tablet and an electronic pressure sensitive pen. Its working mode is an electronic drawing tablet. When using it, you should connect the drawing tablet to your computer via a USB cable so that it can be powered and transfer data to your computer. The users can draw on the tablet with the attached stylus, and the image will be displayed on the computer screen. With the advantage of computer, the pen tablet can achieve more painting functions than traditional tools.
Graphics Tablets without screens require you to draw while looking at a computer screen. Animation, note-taking, practicing calligraphy, painting, and drawing are all possible on drawing tablets with screens. And the results are crystal clear and vibrant.
There is a disconnect between the conventional graphics tablet, which is essentially a slate based input device and the screen. Marry these together and you get the best of both worlds, being able to use the stylus and actually see what you draw on the built-in display.
Traditionally, graphic tablets with built-in display are expensive and only reserved for professionals. More and more graphics tablets with display have since come into the market, making them more competitively price and affordable.
use and utility
The purpose of the graphic tablet is to replace a drawing table, a pencil, a chalk or brushes and especially to simplify the life of creative people who can save or modify their work without any problem. Indeed, the graphic tablet makes it possible to transfer all the works from an "analog" workshop to a digital space.
The drawings are made directly on the graphics tablet using a stylus and displayed in real time on the computer screen. Brands are constantly developing their products so that the feel of the pen and graphic tablet is the same as that of the pencil and paper sheet. The drawings are then imported into dedicated software such as Photoshop depending on compatibility, in order to make various alterations or modifications very simply and quickly.
The graphics tablet can be used for many purposes, not just drawing: creating CAD drawings, maps, spatial and flat diagrams, processing, editing and retouching photos...
The graphics tablet, thanks to its construction and the continuous development of the software under whose control it operates, offers much greater creative freedom and precision than traditional tools. Although it is a pointing device similar to a computer mouse, the stylus and tablet offer much greater precision and freedom of work.
The graphics tablet detects pressure sensitivity and some models recognize up to 8192 pressure levels. The more levels there are, the more precise and qualitative the work will be. This detection allows to find the sensation of the pencil or brush. Devices that work with computers (there are also devices that work independently) generally use a USB, HDMI or wireless connection.
Who is the graphic tablet for?
The graphic tablet is an extremely popular device for digital graphic designers, painters, draftsmen and designers. The graphic tablet was initially reserved for professionals due to its price or the complexity of the associated software, but this is no longer the case today.
The associated software is much more numerous, intuitive or simple to use (just like graphic tablets) and the internet is full of tutorials explaining how to use the tablet and the various ways to progress. Changes that open the way for all creators and make the tablets suitable for both professionals and simple amateurs passionate about drawing for whom the graphic tablet becomes an essential medium for progress.
How to choose graphics tablet?
Here are some summaries of how graphic tablets function. These quick breakdowns should help you know what to generally look for in a tablet tailored for your needs.
1. Active work area
the graphics tablet uses absolute positioning. this means when Using the pen tablet , the movement starts from the point where you touch the pen that corresponds to the spot on the monitor, so if you place the pen in the upper right corner of the tablet’s work area, the pointer immediately moves to the upper right corner of the screen, no matter what that’s where the cursor was before.
Here, you should pay attention to the size of the device as well as that of the active screen area. It’s easy to assume that bigger screens are always the best option.
However, this might not be true if you consider all the factors that come with purchasing a graphics tablet. Smaller tablets may just provide the right resolution for your drawing needs and they will also cost you a lesser amount compared to other bigger options.
2. Resolution
It will be much easier to choose the resolution of the graphics tablet than its size. In this case, the problem is simple: the higher the resolution, the better.
Working with a high-resolution tablet will be more pleasant, more fluid and will reproduce all curves and details with great precision. The resolution of the graphics tablet is usually given in LPI.
The resolution of the graphics tablet is given in lines per inch (lpi) and tells us how many independent lines are in every inch of the width or height of the work area. In theory, the higher the resolution, the more precisely we can work, and the more detailed our picture can be. In practice, however, we may not need the highest possible resolution at all.
Let’s take a tablet with a resolution of 5080 lpi. 1 inch equals 2.54 cm. It means that on 25.4mm on the tablet there are 5080 lines which gives us 200 lines per mm. Let’s assume that the thickness of our pen’s stylus is 0.5mm. Then our stylus covers 100 lines and this is the precision we can work with. For comfortable work, this value must be at least 2,000 LPI.
3.Reports per Second/Points per Second
Some brands ( like XP-PEN ) document this as RPS (Reports per second) while others like Wacom document it as PPS (Points per second), but both are the same. This is simply how many times the tablet or touch device notifies the computer per second where your hand or pen is on the surface of the device. Higher/Faster the better and more responsive whereas the lower/slower the worse and less responsive. Low response tablets can create jaggy lines while high response tablets create smoother lines.
4. Pressure Sensitivity
You most likely got a tablet for something other than a mouse-alternative. And that something was probably “pressure-sensitivity”. Pressure enable’s you to vary a tool’s function based on how hard you press the pen to the tablet. This is the primary reason why people use tablets vs. a mouse. Pressure sensitivity simply gives you more control when using brushes, pencils and other drawing and retouching tools. A pen is also ideal for marking up and annotating documents. Basically, any function that requires a drawing or writing type movement.
Enabling control by pen pressure is accomplished differently in every application. In most cases via checkbox, button or drop down menu. The typical function is to use pressure to control the size or width of a brush, and/or it’s opacity. For example, a light touch of the pen to the tablet with an increasingly heavier touch will widen a brush stroke, or make it darker. Pressure sensitivity is amazingly helpful for anyone wishing to draw and paint digitally or enhance photos.
A more accurate stylus will allow for better detail reproduction and detection of more pressure levels. Today’s pens can read up to 8192 levels of pen pressure. the more pressure levels there are, the better. Some styli such as the XP-Pen Deco / Artist Line graphics tablet offer up to 8,192 pressure levels while 1024 levels are sufficient for amateur applications. The objective of the stylus is to accurately reflect your project and the final result will depend on your skills and experience but also on the capabilities of the tablet and its stylus.
5.Tilt Sensitivity
Some high end tablets come with tilt sensitivity which may also be called tilt recognition. This can be interpreted as similar to using an air brush. If you tilt the stylus you will get a thicker or thinner line due to the angle of paint spray. The standard values in which this function operates are ± 60 levels.
This is used to create natural-looking pen, brush, and eraser strokes in applications that support tilt-sensitivity. Tilt sensitivity comes into play mostly in Corel Painter or with airbrush tools used for digital painting.
6. Miscellaneous functions
Programmable Hot keys/Buttons
Basically these are extra functions on the tablet that can be convenient time savers. They allow you to program shortcuts, commands and tools into your tablet. For instance, you are painting a character, you make a mistake and want to erase. Instead of interrupting your work flow and selecting the eraser tool, you can hit a hot key with the eraser programmed into it, erase the mistake, then hit the hot key for your paint brush and continue your work.
Function Buttons may or may not come with programmable functions already set, but customizable. It depends on the tablet.
Scrollers/Wheels
These are self-explanatory. On many tablets there will be a large or two large circular devices where you can slide your finger to zoom, rotate, pan, etc., mimicking various functions of the mouse wheel in certain programs or zoom in/out and pan tools of certain programs without interrupting your work flow.
7. Induction height
It refers to the maximum distance from the board when the pressure pen can sense the model number above the tablet. The height of the induction is about 9~15mm, which is the most suitable. It is not easy to appear the focus of losting the pen as soon as picking up it during painting process.
8. Interface
By the interface we mean the way the graphics tablet connects to the computer. We distinguish wired interface: USB, and wireless: Bluetooth.
Tablets with a built-in lcd screen usually have an HDMI , USB-C or Display Port and if the tablet works as an independent workstation, it should also be equipped with WiFi and headphone output.
9. Embedded lcd screen
Graphics tablets with display can be divided into two groups: those that require connection to a computer for work, and independent workstations.
The tablet from the first group when connected to a computer will be detected by the operating system as an additional monitor. Then our tablet works as a very sensitive and precise touch screen. Thanks to the fact that you have a direct transfer of the stylus’s position to what is happening on the screen, while working in the graphic program you can get the impression that you create on a piece of paper.
The second group of tablets are in fact portable computers with a touch screen. When connected to a computer, they can work just like ordinary tablets with an LCD screen. The biggest advantage of these graphics tablets is that you do not need a second computer to work with. Especially it is useful when you travel a lot and you like to create while traveling. For this reason, when choosing a tablet, it is worth paying attention to the battery life.
When choosing a graphics tablet with a built-in LCD screen, first of all, take into account the parameters of the display, such as: resolution, color reproduction, viewing angles, contrast.
Information overload, so…how do I choose one?
My advice would be to take all this into account in order to choose the best graphics tablet for you. Read reviews, compare tablets and try to tune out the brand name pushing opinions and think objectively based on your budget and needs.
If you are just starting out, you may not want to jump in with a $2,000 purchase on a Wacom Cintiq. Yet, you may very well want to start at the tip of graphics tablet pyramid. Getting familiar with what’s at the top of the hierarchy in tablet technology may best suit your needs. However, you may not be able to afford anything above $100-$200 and can get the job done long as the tablet can produce certain tasks you have.
Wacom is still the best brand of drawing tablets, but keep an eye on the less expensive alternatives.Wacom still offers the best pen tablets on the market but the competition has been heating up on the past few years and now we can find good quality cheap drawing tablets from a variety of brands such as XP-PEN ( https://www.xp-pen.com ).
On the traditional pen tablets front, If you’re on tight budget and cannot stretch it to the $200 range for an Intuos Pro M , take a good look at the XP-Pen Deco 03 and the Deco 01 . Both models are highly rated, offer better specs and really good hardware build quality for less than a comparable Wacom product. If your budget allows, I still think the Intuos Pro M is a better long-term investment.
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My XP-Pen Star 03, obviously old, has never given me problems, even till today. Having seen a few display tablets recently, I thought of upgrading my old tablet, because why not? Drawing on-screen is better than on tablet right?
I have watched and read almost all reviews about XP-Pen Innovator 16. it seem good, and much more affordable, with all that laminate screen and other nice features. And so I bought XP-Pen Innovator 16 .
Yes, it was expensive . These things cost some serious money. So prepare yourself to spend some hefty amount of money. I bought the tablet and damn that gave me the exact results I wanted. I could see the lines while I was drawing. It felt natural and a joy to draw. Finally, I could draw like I had drawn in a paper before. Seeing all the lines appear beneath my hand.
This was just awesome and totally what I needed. I was impressed, to say the least. Finally, I got the results I was missing before. Finding that joy in the drawing. It surely wasn’t too much of joy with the Star 03 .
I bought it myself, this is not sponsored or whatever. I got it from XP-Pen official store , in 3 days. package is solid, you get one glove, one (no battery, autonomous) pen and the usual cables and manual. The tablet comes with a handful of different adapter options - even the weird three-prong UK one - and it’s really easy to switch them out if you’re on the go.
XP-Pen Innovator 16 Specifications:
Dimensions: 17.5” x 10” x 0.35” (WxHxD)
Screen/Draw Area: 15.6” (13.5 x 7.6 inches)
Panel Type: IPS
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Response Time: 16.4ms
Display Input: 3-in-1 Cable
Color Gamut: 125% sRGB, 92% Adobe RGB, 88% NTSC
Brightness: 250cd/m2
Contrast: 1200:1
Resolution: 5080 lpi
Viewing Angle: 178°
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Number of Colors: 16.7 million
Pressure Sensitivity: 8192 levels
Tilt Support: 60 degrees
Data Rate: Max ≥ 220RPS
Function Keys: 8, user assignable
Two Wheels: 2, user assignable
Compatibility: Windows 10/8/7, macOS 10.10 and higher
More details from Official Site : https://www.xp-pen.com/product/638.html
Design and Build
The XP-Pen Innovator 16 is in the middle ground of the company’s five size ( 11.6" , 13.3" . 15.6", 21.5" , 23.8" ) pen displays. At 3.6 pounds and significantly less than an inch thick, the 15.6 inch display and integrated pen tablet is also the one of the three size (11.6" , 13.3" . 15.6" ) that’s small and light enough to pick up off the desk and work with right on your lap. With a thickness of just 9mm thick, it’s thinner than all but the most svelte notebook computers.
Unlike the larger 22 and 24 inch versions, which come by default with conventional LCD monitor stands, the Innovator 16 uses an all plastic stand to support the display at the angle of 20 degrees.
It needs to be hooked up to a laptop or desktop, and needs to be plugged-in. The XP-Pen Innovator 16 uses a clever tri-cable to make this as simple as possible. There’s a proprietary socket on the side of the tablet, in which a cable plugs that splits off into three wires – one to hook up to an HDMI port on your computer of choice , another to a USB and a third to the power.
The display side of things is driven via HDMI output, with a single USB connection controlling the input side ( acts as an interface for the digitiser pen ) . Power also can routed through the Innovator 16’s video controller as well, so you can work with it without Plug in power .
I think the notable advantage of Innovator 16 is that you don’t need any electric outlet to activate it if your computer/laptop is powerful enough to run the tablet through plugging to your PC/laptop alone.
The 1.8 meters cord tethering the display panel to the video controller gives you the ability to work with the Innovator 16 at a pretty decent distance from your desk – great for sketching with the display on your lap.
you will get 8 Shortcut Keys and a two function wheel ( roller and touch ), all of which can be configured with the driver software.
Nice and lightweight display
The main attraction on the Innovator 16 is easily the display panel. The screen measures 15.6 inches with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 for full HD viewing at a smidge over 196 pixels per inch. Wrangling 92 percent of Adobe’s RGB gamut, the panel sorts 16.7 million colors and offers 250 cd/m2 of brightness.
In practice, 15.6inch size means more zooming in and out when dealing with minute details. Then, there is the small screen size that many consumers state that it interferes with cursor movements along the edges. A larger screen would work well especially for drawings.
The active matrix panel has a brightness of 250cd/m2, "Semi-gloss" probably describes the surface best as it provides just the right amount of sheen without tossing back too many reflections from outside lighting.
It possesses over 16.7 color variations. This means that the user has 256 color tones to work with. and its response time is a generally smear-free 16.4ms. Coupled with the 16:9 aspect ratio, the colors bring to life any drawing done on the graphics tablet.
The color accuracy is pretty spot on for those who really need it to be accurate, the 92% Adobe RGB can satisfy for your needs.
A 178-degree angle of view and its flip-out stand means it can be used on your lap or tilted at 25-degrees on a desk for a more impact-full display but without to many glitches as it is still usable at that angle.
It uses an IPS panel, fitted with a matt screen protector , a natural choice for a product like this.
new Innovator 16 has a laminated display, The point of laminate is that there is no gap, and you feel like you draw where you put your pen at. From an angle I do see a ever so slightly gap between the glass and digitizer. So it’s largely an aesthetic thing, but I also think it makes using the pencil feel more authentic. Like you’re actually drawing on glass instead of making inputs to a computer under the glass.
As a display designed specifically for visual artists, its quality is far superior to that of any notebook display I’ve seen. It has true 24-bit color depth (as opposed to the fudged "millions of colors" on standard notebook displays). Colors, brightness, and contrast are even across the face of the screen. And the device calibrates up nicely using a colorimeter.
Digitiser and Stylus
the stylus is batteryless, the tablet provides 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and a tilt of up to 60 degrees . As with all of XP-PEN’s higher-end tablets, you can expect an excellent and highly naturalistic pen-like response from the Innovator 16 .
Hand movements translate into pen movements, which transmit onto the screen via electromagnetic resonance technology. The 8192 pressure sensitivity levels enable the digital pen to work seamlessly and without friction on the surface. The pen simply glides over the surface allowing the creation of flawless fine lines.
The digital pen achieves a co-ordination accuracy of up to plus or minus 0.01 inch . This means that the possibility of errors during input is minimal and by just 0.01 inch. This factor is important in enabling near perfect input in order to achieve flawless digital images on the screen.
The Innovator 16 graphics tablet tilt sensitivity of plus or minus 60 degrees allows the user to achieve tilt angles quickly and accurately. A reading height of 10mm or more is possible from the cover plate at any screen angle.
Pen tips are removable/replaceable, and XP-PEN supplies several of the default tips. The pen has excellent button quality and the buttons are nicely placed. Making them easy to use.
While the all-plastic pen would actually be slightly more comfortable, in my opinion, it was a bit on the heavy side. The contoured grip area is thick enough to promote good pen holding habits (and reduce long-term fatigue). The rubberized finish on the grip area has about the right amount of give and a nice, easy to hold texture.
Setting Up the Innovator 16
Installation is easy, remember to NOT plug it in before wipping clean any other tablet drivers. Don’t even plug it while the AC is off, as your OS will detect it anyway and try to install stuff.
Clean any other brand’s file, install the latest XP-Pen drivers, and then turn on the tablet. remember that you need navigate to XP-PEN’s website to snag the driver software .
The calibration tool is pretty easy to use, and there’s a menu accessible via a button above the tablet for the colors, brightness and contrast. Everything looked fine to me when I first booted it up, but you can fine tune it easily.
In terms of driver software, like all XP-PEN tablets you get a broad range of controls over the tablet and pen behaviours. Including sensitivity, adjustments, for pen tip "feel", tilt sensitivity and assigning controls to any of the buttons or modifier HotKeys.
Top product features
One of the best features of this product is the 8 express keys and two wheels design . These features enable the convenience in switching keyboard shortcuts and mouse clicks. They aid in zooming and scrolling.
Individual configuration preferences enable a user to change and alter the controls according to his or her liking. This versatility ensures full control on connection options and device function keys and touch wheel .
XP-PEN supplies software combination bundle to select like ArtRage 5 or openCanvas which is great for drawing and sketching .
In Use
Simply pick up the display or set it in your lap and you’re ready to draw. If you’re used to working on an angled drawing or drafting table, the Innovator 16 easily goes there too, and its this kind of choose-your-own-adventure flexibility in setting up and using the Innovator 16 that makes it so appealing.
It supports Mac OS X, Windows PCs and Linux devices .It’s compatible with all applications, and all major graphics applications have built-in support for the tablet’s advanced functionality. including professional software such as Photoshop and Illustrator . It works transparently and is completely plug-n-play.
Graphics work on the 15.6inch Innovator 16 may require more zooming than you’re used to on a 20+ inch monitor to make out and manipulate the fine detail rendered by larger, higher-res displays.
With on-tablet programmable buttons and touch & roller wheel that are easy enough to set up for dedicated zooming and scrolling , this isn’t as much of an inconvenience as it first seems, and the process quickly becomes second nature.
It takes some getting used to but is worth the effort since it really speeds up workflow. You can zoom in or out of an image in Photoshop / GIMP or, for those more into video production.
This makes the Innovator 16 a joy to use for photographic and retouching work. Display your image on the main monitor, then use the Innovator 16 and its 8 programmable buttons and Touch wheel to touch up the details, while keeping an eye on what effect your changes are having on the overall image. I find that I very seldom need to go back to the keyboard when doing normal editing.
Likewise for jumping back and forth between the XP-PEN and another display: once you figure out how the Innovator 16 behaves in “mouse” versus “pen” mode, reaching across to the primary display to grab work items or select files makes perfect sense.
Because the pen is pressure sensitive, it’s very easy and intuitive to use for making selections or painting. With 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, it’s possible to make anything from the most finessed of pen strokes to the broadest brush sweeps, and the resolution of 5,080dpi makes the Innovator 16 highly accurate.
The colours on the tablet are very vivid and satisfying to look at, The grip on the pen is really good, and the pen itself is very smooth on the screen (smooth and satisfying tbh). Drawing on the screen is a dream – it’s responsive, precise, and with practice it’s possible to generate some spectacular results. It’s sensitive to the tilt of the pen as well, making drawing as realistic as it can be.
The difference is clear from the very first time you fire up Corel Painter or Photoshop. The pen smoothly reacts to your actions like it would in the real world. The only thing you will miss is the drag of the actual pencil or pastel on paper.
Conclusion
If you work with graphics or images, the concept behind the XP-Pen Innovator or Artist series seems like a no-brainer: Combine a display with a pressure-sensitive tablet so that you can directly edit vector art, retouch images, paint, produce video special effects, and so on. True, tablets aren’t for everyone. If you work with a tablet now, you’ll probably find a XP-Pen Innovator even more fluid and powerful. Drawing directly onscreen helps to improve your accuracy, especially for tricky selections and masking operations.
XP-PEN’s Innovator 16 combines the best of its screenless range of graphics tablets with interactive display technology in a portable format that is both flexible and great to use. As anyone who has used a graphics pad will tell you, once you’ve got one there’s no going back, well now after trying one of these, your old non-screen will be left gathering dust.
In short the XP-Pen Innovator 16 is a serious tool with some serious benefits. For the professional designer the pay off period is very short and the question of whether to purchase is a no brainer. For the student it is a good investment for the future and will certainly prove its worth ($499 USD).
You can Get it from United States & Canada official Store: https://www.storexppen.com/buy/innovator-display-16.html , If you live in other regions you can select from official site “Store” List.
What we liked:
Unparalleled digital drawing experience
Excellent build quality
Top quality display
Excellent Portability
Low Price Point
Lots of supported software
Many buttons and wheels
Super flexible software for configuration
What could be improved:
Cord can become annoying while rotating the tablet
Update to a USB-C cable
Whether you are looking for a graphic tablet to take your first step in digital art or a powerful pen display for your job, you can always look to XP-PEN to offer you elegant and reliable products no matter the use case.
Ever since XP-PEN was founded in Japan in 2005, XP-PEN has always striven to provide users all around the world with digital tablets that are reliable and user-friendly, and they have continued to be a leader in releasing quality tablets at affordable prices.
It’s that special time of year again for XP-PEN fans: The 2020 XP-PEN 15th Anniversary Sale is here. The brand’s annual shopping event -- XP-PEN’s biggest sale aside from the Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Christmas Holiday.
so there will be a big promotion on XP-PEN’s official stores. Almost every model of XP-PEN tablet is now having up to 30% discount. There have no doubt that this year’s sale will be just as exciting as in years past.
If you’re ready to upgrade your old pair of art tablets for some fresh kicks, then August 15–September 14 is your lucky time. The Anniversary special Sale giving you the chance to do just that. Thanks to this event, there’s a slew of incredible discounts on a wide selection of popular xp-pen drawing tablets , making for the perfect opportunity to snag a new pair of tablets on the cheap (and perhaps shop the best active deals while you’re at it).
Don’t miss the chance to buy brand new merchandise at a discounted rate from xp-pen brands like Deco 01 , Artist 12 Pro , Artist 15.6 Pro, The Artist 24 Pro, and more. Keep reading this guide for everything you need to know about this epic sale event.
What is the XP-PEN Anniversary Sale?
XP-PEN sure knows how to throw itself one hell of a birthday party. Every Mid-August to Mid-September , XP-PEN celebrates with a can’t-miss super sale on graphics art pads , accessories, pen display monitors and more.
As per usual, you can expect the Anniversary Sale to feature new product’s Anniversary Edition ( Deco mini4 , Deco MINI7 , Innovator 16 for this year ) at great prices.
When is the XP-PEN Anniversary Sale 2020 ?
this big shopping event of the year dates are from August 15 through September 14 . the sale opens to the general public on August 15 .
Do I need a promo code for the sale?
No. There is no promo code required. The sale is available to all customers .
Should I shop in-store or online?
only support shopping online . In addition to free shipping and free returns, XP-PEN also offers expedited shipping and even international shipping.
Does other regions and countries have Anniversary sales?
official store of other regions and countries also offer the widest range of discounted products for their Anniversary sales events . you can visit different online store by click the link at the end of this guide or click the " store " button in the XP-PEN Official Site : https://www.xp-pen.com to chose your regions and countries .
What is the Anniversary Edition Tablets?
To celebrate their anniversary, XP-PEN is launching with 3 anniversary edition tablets with custom anniversary packaging and extra goodies included.
The anniversary edition tablets are: the new Deco Mini 4, Deco Mini 7, and Innovator 16 tablets.
The extra goodies included are: An exclusive XP-PEN branded ink pen, a keychain and stickers of XP-PEN’s mascot Fenix, and postcards with illustrations of Fenix visiting iconic places around the world.
Every year, shoppers plan ahead for this sale, and rightfully so. They have to, considering how fast everything tends to sell out. Once you find a piece that sparks joy within your soul, you have to claim it before someone else does. You won’t regret it either, since you won’t find a better deal!
Any frequent XP-PEN shopper knows the Anniversary Sale is one of its biggest and most popular events of the year — it’s the best time to score some of the most amazing savings at the online store. But in case you’re unfamiliar, we’re here to give you all the details. The one-month-long event typically offers majorly discounted prices on all of fashion and useful items.
Take a look at some of XP-PEN USA & Canada Store deals below:
Drawing directly onto the XP-PEN Artist series screen removes any mental disconnect you may encounter when drawing on a tablet while looking at a separate screen.
These are great quality machines, newest model’s fully laminated screens reduce Parallax and reflections , Support pen tilt & pressure function while providing a natural, pen on paper feel as you draw.
Innovator 16 Anniversary Edition (was $549.99, 27% off)
Innovator 16 (was $499.99, 20% off)
Artist 12 Pro (was $299.99, 20% off)
Artist 15.6 Pro (was $449.99, 20% off)
Artist 13.3 Pro (was $349.99, 20% off)
Artist 24 Pro (was $899.99, 20% off)
Artist 22R Pro (was $699.99, 20% off)
Artist 12 (was $249.99, 20% off)
Artist 22E Pro (was $529.99, 20% off)
Artist 22 Pro (was $499.99, 20% off)
Artist 15.6 (was $349.99, 20% off)
If you’re after a quality drawing tablet but are on a budget, or aren’t bothered about drawing directly onto a screen, the XP-PEN Deco Series and Deco Pro are great options. Simply connect this nifty but affordable device to your Mac or Windows PC with USB or built-in wireless Kit ( Deco 03 ) , install drivers, and you’re ready to start work directly in the software of your choice.
Deco Mini 7 Anniversary Edition(was $59.99, 30% off)
Deco Mini 4 Anniversary Edition(was $49.99, 30% off)
Deco Mini 7(was $39.99, 20% off)
Deco Mini 4(was $31.99, 20% off)
Deco 01 V2(was $79.99, 20% off)
Deco Pro M(was $139.99, 20% off)
Deco Pro S(was $109.99, 20% off)
Deco 02(was $89.99, 20% off)
Deco 03(was $109.99, 20% off)
Deco 01(was $69.99, 20% off)
The XP-PEN Star Series products is the perfect entry-level pen tablet for anyone getting started with digital art or image editing. But the pressure sensitivity levels Still reach 8192 levels , the stylus is battery-free , no recharge needed. Perfect for photographers, re-touchers or any designer looking for the creative control and comfort of the digital pen .
Star Star G960S (was $69.99, 20% off)
Star G960S Plus(was $79.99, 20% off)
Star 06(was $89.99, 20% off)
Star 05 (was $79.99, 20% off)
Star 03(was $69.99, 20% off)
Star G640S (was $49.99, 10% off)
Star G640 (was $39.99, 10% off)
Star G430S(was $29.99, 20% off)
Different English official Store List:
XP-PEN USA & Canada Store: https://www.storexppen.com
XP-PEN Australia Store: https://www.storexp-pen.com.au
XP-PEN United Kingdom Store: https://www.storexppen.co.uk
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There is a disconnect between the conventional graphics tablet, which is essentially a slate based input device and the screen. Marry these together and you get the best of both worlds, being able to use the stylus and actually see what you draw on the built-in display.
Traditionally, graphic tablets with built-in display are expensive and only reserved for professionals. More and more graphics tablets with display have since come into the market, making them more competitively price and affordable. This is good news for the creatives, both professional, teachers and students allowing them to access the tools required to draw, sketch, paint and design on CAD and 3D sculpting, Illustrator and Photoshop.
Sometimes known as Graphics Tablet Monitor, these displays doubles as a standard monitor and input device. It can be a second monitor if you already have a Full HD or 4K monitor or as a dedicated graphics tablet. My recommendation would be to get the biggest display you can afford. The bigger the graphics tablet, the more room it offers to let your creative juices flow uninterrupted.
It’s wonderful to have a decent drawing tablet for art and creative work. It’s even better to have a large enough surface on which to work and get in finer details, drawing directly on the screen. XP-Pen’s Artist line offers that ability to draw directly on the screen, getting you right up close to your work, just as you would on paper. Having reviewed several XP-Pen products over the years, I thought it would be nice to have a look at the Artist 24 Pro .
The Artist 24 Pro is the latest big-screen monitor from XP-Pen which is the very first tablet to offer a 23.8-inch 2K QHD graphics display. Featuring an excellent screen, industry-leading stylus – the 24 Pro is an artist’s dream. It is essetnailly a monitor that you draw on, and it is not a standalone computer with an operating system .
Technology Specifications :
Dimensions: 632 x 370 x 44.8mm
Display Area: 526.85 x 296.35mm
Color Gamut: 90% Adobe® RGBDisplay
Resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels ,QHD
Stylus: Battery-free
Tilt: 60°
Pressure Sensitivity: 8192 levels
Color Depth: 16.7M
Contrast:1000:1
Resolution: 5080LPI
Report Rate: Max ≥ 220RPS
Reading Height: 10 mm
Response Time: 14 ms
Viewing Angle: 178°
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Adjustable Stand: 16-90°
VESA Mount: 100 x 100mm
Brightness: 250 cd/m2
Compatibility: Windows® 10/8/7 and Mac OS X® 10.10 (and higher)
Official Site: https://www.xp-pen.com/product/602.html
First Look and Set-up
The Artist 24 pro isn’t a subtle bit of kit. The giant screen measures a whopping 632 x 370 x 44.8mm and, unlike most all-in-ones or displays, is designed to be sat flat on a desk – like an artist’s easel. As large as it is, it’s far lighter than I would have imagined (about 15 lbs.), and it is quick to adapt to. As such, it’s likely to take up a whole desk all on its own, leaving little space for a mouse or keyboard, let alone a desktop computer, to sit next to it.
It’s also fairly clunky-looking compared to competing all-in-ones, such as the Surface Studio and 4K iMac. The latter two both sport beautiful mixed-metal designs and dinky bezels that make the all-black XP-Pen look a little dull.
However, from a productivity perspective the Artist 24 Pro ticks all the right boxes. The feet on the rear stand feel robust, and are more than solid enough to take heavy pressure.
A simple press on the lever on the back moves the display from almost straight up to nearly all the way down, in about 15 degrees increments. It doesn’t rotate, but it is also VESA-compatible and can be used with any mounting arm.
you can change your working angle to suit your various needs of creating more easily and quickly. Working on a large comic page the device suffered no flex, even when I was leaning heavily into it.
You’ll find twin USB 3.0 ports on its back right sides, plus a standard 3.5mm , another USB-C port plus HDMI 2.0 , There is even a headphone jack .
You’re probably noticed along the top there are some light up icons. These are 4 touch buttons that only light up when the display is on. You can do things like bring up the screen properties or an onscreen keyboard, the XP-Pen settings.
The unit ships with the two PA2 digital Pen , a pen stand/holder that also holds the 8 nibs, and some Adapters ( Power and USB ) .
Connectivity is excellent
You also get a variety of cables to ensure you can connect to your computer, including: HDMI, USB-C to USB-C . There is a quick-start guide that helps in the easy set up of the unit.
You can go the HDMI and usb rout. I decided to try the USB-C cable since it will drive the display and functionality all with one cord.
Install the driver
I downloaded the latest drivers from the XP-Pen website, and I was up and running in minutes. Setup was a breeze. Turn the tablet on, install the driver, restart your computer, calibrate the pen, and start drawing.
The software allowed us to set up software-specific function keys for both pen and tablet, adjust click sensitivity, pen pressure etc., as it was expected from a modern pen display. One can also alter color temperature, RGB, brightness and contrast, and rotate the interface 180 degrees for left-handed use.
On the same driver utility you can configure the mapping of the work area of the drawing tablet to the computer screen, as well as calibrating it to ensure it works with precision.
The biggest gripe I hear about XP-Pen in the Internet comments are the drivers. My experience setting this up and XP-Pen in general has been pretty smooth. Did that on both Windows and on Mac and I’ve had zero problems it worked exactly the way I expected to.
Huge display is beautiful
The colours of the sharp 2K display are bright and beautiful, the extra resolution you’ll be getting now makes it worth the wait. For starters, the screen is so vibrant it seems to enhance whatever project you’re working on. The combination of size and near-perfect color accuracy made even the smallest details visible.
The specs are impressive, the screen use a 16:9 aspect ratio, IPS, 5080LPI . XP-Pen claims the screen will offer a solid 1000:1 contrast ratio, 250-nit max brightness, and cover an impressive 90% of the Adobe RGB colour gamut favoured by artists. By default the screen comes with a variety of modes targeting different colour gamuts – including Adobe, sRGB and NTSC – out of the box. 90% Adobe RGB color performance, making color matching and calibration a joy.
Out of the box, the XP-Pen’s HD screen is brighter than the Wacom Cintiq , because it doesn’t have that matte coating Wacom uses to give its screens a paper-like feel. For the adventurous type, there is a screen protector included in the box that can be applied on the screen if desired.
Another thing XP-Pen has done with this screen is reduce the amount of space between the glass and the screen below it. And when you get the screen and the pen calibrated right it really does take away the parallax you see on some pen displays.
It no longer feels like I’m drawing on top of a monitor on top of my artwork. For the first time ever, there’s no separation between my pen and my artwork, and it’s an amazing feeling.
I would say that it matches the iPad Pro’s accuracy in terms of pen-to-screen distance.
In short, but crucially, I would say this is the most intuitive and natural way to paint and draw digitally that I’ve ever experienced.
PA2 digital pen input
The Artist 24 Pro comes with the same PA2 stylus that debuted on the Artist 12 / 15.6 / 13.3 / 22R Pro. The pen remains a key selling point and offers a staggering 8192 pressure sensitivity levels and full tilt support .
Tilt sensitivity is a pretty useful feature on drawing tablets, as it allows you to create more realistic and natural brushstrokes, getting closer to the behaviour of a real pencil.
It’s incredibly light but beautifully balanced, and the rubber feels very comfortable to hold for long periods. It doesn’t require batteries or charging And in a nutshell feels really great to draw with.
I also work on an iPad Pro, While I enjoy the flexibility and freedom of it, the glossy Apple Pencil simply doesn’t feel as good to hold. Also the nib of the Apple Pencil is quite chunky, whilst the PA2 pen nibs are satisfyingly petite and precise.
20 Hotkeys and 2 Red Dial wheels
If you’ve used a XP-Pen Artist Pro series tablet, then you know about the HotKeys and Red Dial wheel that allow for quick and easy function access, and are always a huge time-saver. The real beauty of the 20 HotKeys is that you can completely customize key settings for each program you use.
One of the features that significantly accelerated my workflow was the inclusion of the two Red Dial wheels , two programmable rotating buttons placed with the shortcut keys, comfortably sitting in the center. It’s in the perfect spot, easily maneuverable by your left or right hand, providing a plethora of options, such as zoom in and out, scroll up and down, increase brush size etc. depending on your settings.
In my experience, the knob spun exceptionally smoothly, wasn’t overly sensitive and was just a pleasure to use. However, assuming you set up more than one function for the dial as I did, it can be a little fiddly at times.
Drawing Experience
First of all, the 2K resolution of this unit is incredible. Video looks fantastic, and the creative programs I use appear wonderfully.
As before, the pen offers the best drawing experience available. It’s super-accurate and works with a multitude of software packages that range from popular professional suites such as Photoshop and ZBrush, to freeware such as Krita and Blender.
Doodling in Krita, I didn’t notice any latency and the Artist 24 Pro read changes in angle and pressure sensitivity without issue. I get really smooth lines pressure feels good.
drawing in Photoshop worked surprisingly well, delivering just the right amount of pressure and tilt sensitivity.
Drawing/painting on the Artist 24 Pro feels great, with just the right amount of friction on the glass surface. There is little to no parallax, lots o’ pixels. tablet monitor were fast to respond and very helpful .
The large bezel on this display is excellent, as there is support for your hand as you work at the edges of whatever it is you’re working on. This is the absolute best drawing experience I’ve had so far of anything that I’ve used.
Final Thoughts
There are so many artists , designers or 3D modellers that would love to be able to create digital art with a nice tablet, and Wacom Cintiq 24 Pro makes it impossible for them by charging way more than is reasonable for their products.
Perfection is always going to be an abstract. Nothing is ever going to be 100-percent without flaw or criticism. But with the Artist 24 Pro , XP-Pen has gotten darn close .
I really have been quite impressed with the Artist 24 Pro ...as I expected to be, quite honestly. It isn’t cheap ( now for $764.99 in USA ) , But its wealth of power and features designates it as a pro-level tool .
if you have a need for a large drawing surface area, and something you can depend on in your daily work, then this is definitely a solid investment.
now the product can ship to the worldwide , Access the different store by clicking the "store" menu of XP-Pen official site . Next, select your country / region . Once it’s open, you can navigate to there .
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Online Tutoring Tools
An unprecedented number of children, youth and adults are not attending schools or universities because of Coronavirus disease ( COVID-19 ). Governments in 73 countries have announced or implemented the closure of educational institutions in an attempt to slow the spread of the disease . online tutoring will minimize the educational disruption and facilitate the continuity of learning .
When it comes to tutoring online, there are a couple of tools that every online tutor needs. A decent computer and fast internet are top of the list but if you want to take advantage of online whiteboarding apps like BitPaper and tutor like a pro, having a drawing tablet is a must. Graphic Tablets are great for use with online whiteboards – allowing tutor and tutee to communicate with hand drawn and written diagrams on a shared whiteboard.
Tutors will assist you with your questions or topics with step-by-step explanation on an interactive whiteboard apps .The session will not just be the question and answer tutor will cover each topic and explain you the concept in detail.The tutor and student work on whiteboard and communicate using chat and audio. you can use Zoom/Skype/Facetime to run the call .
Both Skype and Google Hangouts (free for unlimited use, though Skype offers a premium plan for group calling) are mature products that work well and provide most of the same features: free 1–1 video or voice calls, screen sharing, file sharing and chat.
With the launch of Google Hangouts On-Air, it’s now possible to schedule a free group session in advance, which will be recorded and available after the session for students to re-watch.
This is a fantastic tool for online group tutoring — in a 6-week course, it’s unlikely that every student will be able to make every session, but with Hangouts On-Air they won’t fall behind.
The Ultimate Online Tutoring Tool-Graphics Tablets
A graphics tablet is a computer input device that enables a user to hand-draw images, animations and graphics, with a special pen-like stylus, similar to the way a person draws images with a pencil and paper. These tablets may also be used to capture data or handwritten signatures. It can also be used to trace an image from a piece of paper which is taped or otherwise secured to the tablet surface. Capturing data in this way, by tracing or entering the corners of linear poly-lines or shapes, is called digitizing.
The device consists of a flat surface upon which the user may "draw" or trace an image using the attached stylus, a pen-like drawing apparatus. The image is displayed on the computer monitor, though some graphic tablets now also incorporate an LCD screen for a more realistic or natural experience and usability.
The Drawing Tablet can be integrated with computer or laptop. With the help of this interactive teaching tablet; a teacher can write remotely on interactive whiteboards, LED displays, projector screens etc. Typically, a teacher can write down a problem using this slate and just pass it on to student to solve the problem without having student to stand up in front of the class.
Drawing/graphics tablets are relatively cheap but make drawing on an online whiteboard apps a lot easier. you can using a graphics tablet to draw geometric shapes or write equations that are visible on your computer screen,and the free whiteboard software allows you to share your screen in real-time with the student.
Writing tablets allow both tutors and students to use handwriting on the lesson space, and mimics sharing a piece of work between student and tutor.
Which has become very much popular equipment in teacher community for its much useful usage in digital classrooms, distance learning sessions, e-learning lectures.
Digital pen come with graphic tablet is considered as one of the key tech tools for online learning. This stylus allows you to draw very precise and accurate diagrams and have buttons on the side .
Some optional features include mouse functionality and pressure sensitivity for those who want to draw with their digital pens.
Online teaching using your own handwriting . Write on interactive softwares, MS Word, MS Powepoint .
Which Drawing tablet should I buy for teaching online?
Online tutoring provides many challenges, but also opportunities for access to new markets. Using the best tools available sets you up to be as successful as possible. We highly recommend the use of a graphics tablet input device for professional-looking writing in online sessions.
Using a graphics tablet allows you to get natural looking writing as a you write on the whiteboard apps . the freehand drawing function looks very ugly if used with a mouse: it resembles a child’s chicken scratch. Not exactly the professional look you want as a tutor.
While there are many ways to get good-looking whiteboard content, like typing your equations in the editor provided, it’s much faster if you can just write naturally. If you plan to do a lot of online tutoring, it is an investment worth considering.
You can also use the freehand function on top of existing tools. For instance, you use the circle function to make the basic outlines of Venn Diagrams, and then fill in the details using your pen tool. Or if you are tutoring Calculus, you might graph an example function, and then draw the tangent function, or sketch the derivative by hand.
If you are looking for a budget graphics tablet, you must have come across XP-Pen brand tablets . XP-Pen is a supplier of graphics tablets, pen display monitors, stylus pens, and related accessories with a mission to bring artists into the digital age with tools and technology to suit their individual needs.
Over the last 14 years, XP-Pen has been dedicated to the research, design, production, and marketing of digital tablets.
With sales to more than 100 countries and regions around the world, XP-Pen has become a well-known brand of digital graphics tablets.
1. XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 Graphic Tablet
Although we do not recommend a specific tablet, but If you’re after the best drawing experience, the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 comes out top. It’s got good sensitivity, it tracks the pen when it’s held above the tablet (vital for easy drawing) and it’s big . Size is the primary strength over the other contenders. The drawing area is almost twice that of the Wacom, which makes neat handwriting so much easier.
At just over $45 , the XP-Pen Deco 01 offers the best improvement to your drawing abilities. If you’re serious about tutoring online, it probably pays for itself in a handful of sessions.
Above everything else, what the Deco 01 V2 Drawing Tablet prioritizes is the size. It makes sure to give artists plenty of room with its ultra-large 10×6.25 inches area.
There are 8 customizable shortcuts that gift you a wide range of control and makes operating the tablet easy-peasy, while the battery-free stylus pen is both environmentally friendly and convenient and comes with the widest range of sensitivity levels that allow you to get the most from your pen.
the pen supports over 8000 levels of sensitivity . This pen has been created to feel as close to a real fountain pen or pencil as possible and achieves it by providing incredible tilt response all without that irritating lag.
It’s a great option for editing, sketching, designing, or just playing around, all while being compatible with Windows, Mac, as well as the very best photography studio software to make any transitions easier than you thought possible. This makes it a great professional tablet, and also comes with enough cool stuff that the experienced artist will find a lot to love with it .
2. XP-Pen Star G430s Drawing Tablet
The XP-Pen Star G430S offers superb value, Once installed, it’s reliable and flexible. It Still has the best drawing sensitivity of 8192 Levels .
At just under $25 I still think it represents good value, given how much of a difference it can make. Size is the only issue. The active area is roughly that of 4 × 3 inches . That’s reasonably small so sets a limit on your writing size and fidelity. As such, writing much more than a couple of lines/equations per page becomes difficult. Aside from that, the XP-Pen G430S isn’t a bad choice.
3. XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Pen Display
With XP-Pen interactive pen displays such as Artist 12 Pro , you can write directly on your screen and project it for all your students to engage with. No need to turn your back to class to write on a whiteboard or chalkboard.
One of the finest features of the XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro is its red dial interface that will elevate your digital creativity tenfold. Designed for smooth and efficient functioning, it will enable zooming in and out of the canvas and scrolling up and down, at accelerated speeds.
With an 11.6-inch display, artists are given more than enough room to create anything they want. allowing artists to draw on screen like they do on paper. In addition to that, it offers more than needed pixel display with a 1920×1080 resolution.
Artist 12 Pro monitor will display around 72 percent of the NTSC color gamut which roughly equivalent to 100 percent of the sRGB color gamut. 72% NTSC is pretty much the standard for consumer monitors, so it’s perfectly adequate for most work.
The addition of a laminated screen is a nice addition and really reduces parallax. the pen has tilt support , using is also really good and jitter free.
The affordable XP-Pen tablet can be purchased online from official store - https://www.storexppen.com .
More expensive alternatives are iPad+Apple Pen/Microsoft Surface Pro etc. If you have an iPad or iPhone and a Mac, you can turn your iPhone or iPad into a writing tablet using an app like Astropad, which is pretty handy!
If you want a tablet for making high-quality work that’ll stand the test of time then you can’t go wrong with a Artist 22R Pro . It can be a pricey investment for newbies with little art experience. But even as a newbie you can build your skills and grind on this thing for years to come.
Review
I have received the tablet last week via DHL, it arrived quickly and was boxed very well, same as the Deco Pro that I’ve gotten from XP-Pen a while ago. When I recieved it, It was packed in a HUGE box , very neatly packed .
I was very eager to test the XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro tablet monitor . It’s a massive step up from its predecessor, the Artist 22E Pro . Key improvements include 88% NTSC Color Gamput, lower parallax, Being a battery free pen , and better connections.
Thus far I am satisfied with it. Any issues I had were manageable. Below I’ll outline the main points of owning the tablet.
Specifications:
Product dimensions: 570 x 334.8 x 44.8 mm
Active area: 476.064 x 267.786 mm
Screen: 21.5 inches with 1920 x 1080 resolution
Panel type: IPS
Colors: 16.7 million
Input: USB-C ,HDMI ,VGA
Stand : Included
Visual Angle:178°
Display Color Gamut: 88% NTSC , Adobe® RGB≧91%，sRGB≧120%
Pressure sensitivity: 8,192 levels + 60° tilt
Contrast: 1000:1
Resolution: 5080LPI
Report RateMax≥ 200RPS
Response Time : 14ms
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Adjustable Angle of the stand : 16°～90°
see more details from xp-pen artist 22R Pro official site : https://www.xp-pen.com/product/541.html
USB-C Connect and install a driver
Connecting the Artist 22R Pro to your computer is very straightforward. It’s worth remembering that this tablet might just need USB-C to connect to PC (and of course power to the wall) . if you use a laptop so less stuff to plug-in is a pretty big selling point. Another details its that the USB C cable included it’s just too short .
Also it has a VGA / HDMI input, and includes a VGA cable and a HDMI cable. this depending on what inputs your computer has available. The Artist 22R Pro also uses an AC Adaptor and once the three cables are plugged in, you can start setting the tablet up.
Set up was pretty easy. I just had to attached the stand with the screws and L-shaped screwdriver that was provided. It came with all of the cables that I needed. The tablet feels pretty solid in the hand. The stand is really easy to adjust, no wobbling on my desk.
Obtaining the necessary drivers is extremely simple too. I downloaded the latest software from XP-Pen’s website. Drivers installed with no problems (on my win 10 PC ). They offer all the functionality you would expect, customization of pen buttons, express keys, pressure sensitivity curve and work area customization.
I had no problems setting up Artist 22R Pro to work properly with my second monitor. By default cursor was not matching up with the pen as the work area was set up to use both of my monitors but few clicks in the driver menus corrected that easily.
Accessories
Nowadays, it seems as if very few products come with everything you could possibly need out of the box. However, as you may have already gathered, the 22R Pro certainly bucks this trend. The pen display is shipped with all manner of items: two styluses, spare nibs, a stylus case/stand, a drawing glove, a tablet stand, a cleaning cloth and all the necessary cables.
All the extra goodies are a big plus and they really make a difference. The glove and screen protector are both really cool.
One accessory that first-time users might find rather curious is the addition of a two-fingered drawing glove. This simple item is made from a lint-free material. It covers the wrist and area of the palm that naturally rest on the screen, as well as the ring and little finger. This leaves the index finger, middle finger and thumb, free to hold the stylus.
The benefits of wearing the glove are twofold: Your palm doesn’t stick to the shiny surface of the screen and instead glides as you draw long sweeping lines. It also does a good job of keeping the screen clean and free from oily hand deposits.
Part of what makes drawing on the Artist 22R Pro feel so close to real paper is the textured screen protector that’s included when you buy it. The protector gives the screen some tooth which prevents you from slipping with the pen and also makes it easier to look at the screen for a longer period of time before your eyes start to burn.
The textured screen protector really gives you a traditional feel. It’s just a free extra and you don’t need to use the screen protector if you don’t like it.
Design and form factor
The overall look and feel is very slick and modern out of the box. The same nods to the Intuos range are here too, with 20 ExpressKeys and 2 red dial wheels to the left and right of the active area, or in this case the display area.
It’s so huge, more like a drawing table then a tablet. The tablet itself is about 44.8mm thick, not much deeper than most flat-screen TVs.
Next up is the Stand. it has a satisfying weight and sturdiness. It is reassuring to note there are no flimsy components, as the display is a very precious item indeed and not something you’d want to become unhooked from the stand too easily.
Attaching the stand is no effort at all. The monitor simply slips onto the stand and You can then adjust the tablet’s tilt at your leisure.
Display Color is Great
The pen display’s colour gamut is 88% of NTSC , Color is great . The resolution is full HD (1920 x 1080), with a 1000:1 contrast ratio, so I’m not concerned about eye strain when working with the tablet. I would of course recommend taking regular eye breaks though, to give your peepers time to readjust.
It’s not a laminated screen so there’s a little space but it’s so little that you won’t even see it (Like me, I had to ask to the brand directly if it was laminated or not!) " .
The screen is of wonderful quality. I’ve seen others complain why it’s not 4k but it doesnt need to be! The parallax is barely there and there is no lag. The screen has a slight grip but not too much which is perfect.
Im pretty anxious to hear about any product development from them because I feel like they’re this close to trouncing rivaling Wacom in quality and drawing experience.
And since the 22E Pro boasts an IPS panel, you can alter the viewing angle without distorting the image. viewing angles are great .
Tilt sensitivity and Pressure in PA2 Stylus
you may don’t need to be worry about put off by the rechargeable stylus now . the new PA2 pen is battery free which is a huge improvement . I’ve used a few battery-free pens before and this is one of the best.
It boasts 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity and feels very good, transitions when shading or controlling line thickens feel very smooth and natural. Pen provides a truly great feel.
The tilt range is 40 degrees, with approximately 60 levels of tilt recognition by the Artist 22R Pro . It does support pen tilt but as I very rarely use that function, I don’t have much to say about it other than it worked fine on the few brushes I have set up for it.
The Grip Pen has a rubberized grip for comfort, a tip switch that can be replaced with included nibs . The pen has a good weight and width and feels great when drawing on the screen.
It has two buttons on the side. Functions of this buttons can be changed in the drivers settings. which allows you to toggle between brush and eraser. While this is a nice idea, I did find myself tapping it by accident. That said, my overall experience with the stylus was one of comfort and adequate precision.
Artist 22R Pro has provided a pen stand to keep your digital Pen upright and ready to use. 8 pen nibs - I haven’t even switched any nibs yet .
drawing experience
The tablet is quite large, so much so that it’s actually larger than the screen Of the laptop I’m using, which makes it that little bit easier to see small details while working, and much like other good drawing tablets you can use the pressure of your drawing to adjust how thick or thin your line is.
I gave it a few test runs in my favorite and most used programs such as Photoshop, Corel Painter, Sketchbook Pro, Clip Studio and Paint Tool Sai. To my surprise, the pressure sensitivity and the rest of the device’s features were all workin and I also haven’t noticed any other issues.
Inking with the Artist 22R Pro inside of Clip Studio Paint actually felt extremely natural to me (much better than with the non-display graphics tablets that I’ve used in the past). Again, I haven’t noticed any issues such as jitter, lag or jumps.
The increase in responsiveness is just on par with the (to be left unnamed) much more expensive units. Battery free pen is definitely a plus compared to the older pens.
Positioning is most precise in the center of the screen with very small offset at the very edges (not enough to bother me or interfere with clicking on tiny icons).When drawing at normal speed I did not notice any jittering in the lines, but there was some waviness when doing very slow strokes. The waviness is minimal and I only noticed it when doing deliberate slow tests. I did not notice any fishhooks or any other artifacts when lifting the pen of the screen very quickly.
I find the 20 expresskeys and 2 red dial wheels are very useful and they are easy to customize. I like using the red dial wheel to change the size of the brush when drawing. I love these buttons on the sides of the tablet for easier and quicker access.
This is a little fun and quick piece that I did a few months ago… Done in Photoshop CC with Artist 22R Pro like usually.
Conclusion
All in all I am extremely pleased with XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro . I think it is a great value for the money. It’s more accurate than the previous one and the feeling of drawing on it feels like drawing directly on a canvas even tho it’s not a laminated screen. The 21.5 inch screen does provide a much more comfortable work area than 12~16 inch tablet displays. This was a good buy.
This is one of the most professional-feeling tablets I’ve seen outside of a Wacom Cintiq. I’m blown away by the screen’s depth and clarity. I also like the back stand both in quality and flexibility.
The tablet itself feels very smooth while drawing and the setup should be a breeze for any operating system. Also you can’t hate the extra Artist 22R Pro goodies like the pen holder , screen protector, and the anti-fouling glove.
If you’re looking for smaller version of this tablet check out the Artist Pro Series . But I would highly recommend the Artist 22R Pro tablet for any artist with enough scratch to grab one.
It’ll last a long time and prove to be a treasure for inexperienced artists as they improve and slowly learn the value of a 22" screen.
Buy Here
XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro Official Store $699.99 : https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-22r-pro.html
Drawing Tablet Christmas Gift 2019 for Digital Artists & Painters
Christmas Day 2019 (also known as Christmas) is a religious and cultural holiday, celebrating the anniversary of the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas Day 2019 is celebrated annually by Christians on December 25 in the United States and throughout the world.
The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better time to start searching for the perfect gifts for all the important people in your life.
If you’re looking for the best Christmas gift for artists and designers, this article is just what you need. Treat the artist in your life with something special! graphic tablets are some of the best Christmas gift for digital artists and painters that they will surely love. Perfect for your special someone, your friend, and even yourself...surely you deserve it!
Remember, your gift doesn’t need to be practical. It sure can be, but there is one thing artists carve for – inspiration.
And when they have something beautiful in their hands, be it a sketchbook or just a coffee mug, they just can not help feeling more positive, which is a doorway to creativity.
The drawing pad may seem a humble little tool, but finding the perfect one for your specific discipline is crucial and with such a plethora of options, it can be tricky to choose the best one for you. Whether you’re just starting out in your drawing adventure, or you’re a professional artist, the tool you choose can make a huge difference to your final project.
Creating art on the computer as opposed to the canvas opens up a new range of creative possibilities. This digital canvas and stylus gives artists the feel of traditional drawing and painting combined with the power of modern technology. The cost of this thingamajig is minimal compared to buying paints, brushes and canvases for each new work of art.
The Black Friday weekend is now over, but many of its deals continue through what’s known as Cyber Week and beyond. You will find numerous graphics tablet discounts in the run-up to Christmas 2019. December is an excellent month for digital tablet deals.
Looking to save money on a new drawing tablet, or hunting for a great gift? Here are the best deals, offers and discounts on an graphic tablet brand XP-Pen for Christmas 2019 . These Christmas drawing pad deals are the lowest prices we’ve seen.
Founded in 2005, XP-Pen has quickly established themselves to be one of the top suppliers of drawing tablets. XP-Pen is a good brand that is known for producing affordable drawing tablet with displays. They have call centers in China, Taiwan and the US and their customer support is quick to respond via email. Learn more you can visit their Global official site: https://www.xp-pen.com
XP-Pen Christmas deals 2019
XP-Pen always features fantastic deals on graphics tablets and pen displays of all types. The products feature the latest technology and the best quality, while the prices won’t put you in debt. Regardless of whether you’re shopping for a gift for a loved one or you’re looking to treat yourself to new technology, you can find what you’re looking for at XP-Pen.
XP-Pen Christmas discounts will continue throughout the month, from Dec.06 to Dec.26 . There’s plenty of time to get your holiday shopping wrapped up, thanks to the fantastic sales throughout December.
There’s one thing that you can count on during the holiday shopping season: A series of incredible sales from XP-Pen. You can find amazing prices during the pre-Christmas , and Christmas sales from the official store each year. We look forward to these saving events every year! For even more XP-Pen discounts, be sure to visit XP-Pen official store full tablet Price Guide.-- https://www.storexppen.com/topic/20.html .
XP-Pen’s Christmas sale is live with incredible discounts throughout its site. You can save up to 30% on selected products . You can buy quality XP-Pen products direct from the XP-Pen USA&Canada online store with coupon Prices .
These XP-Pen deals offer shoppers the lowest prices available with the Artist 15.6 Pro holiday model qualifying for free delivery in time for Christmas. Supplies may be limited at the special models, and these deals have a high likelihood to sell out quickly.
people from other regions can also get amazing deals :
Australia Store : https://www.storexppen.com.au
United Kingdom Store : https://www.storexppen.co.uk
Plus, below we’ll also break down the differences between XP-Pen’s tablets so that you get the drawing tablet that suits both your budget and your needs.
Save up to 30% on XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro drawing Screen Monitor Holiday version
If you are in Tablet Drawing for a long time, and looking for the finest piece of tech that’ll translate your moves into brilliant art – here’s the one!
The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro’s laminated screen has an extremely small gap which is less distracting, while also making it feel like the display is almost sitting on top of the glass. which reduces parallax to a minimum, making your drawings accurate like never before.
It comes with anti-glare film, which not only protects your eyes but gives the feel like you are drawing on paper. Now, what makes this drawing tablet so accurate are 8192 pressure levels with approximately 60 degree pen tilt support.
It also offers one-Red Roller and 6 press keys for a fully adjustable experience on 15.6 inches wide IPS display. It’s lightweight and thick, and a diameter of 11 mm. You will have a much better transition between the colors, as it offers 120% sRGB color gamut.
Finally,Connectivity is powered via USB for a neat and tidy setup, making it semi-portable should you need to work on the go. It’s worth noting though that there’s no option for standalone usage, so you’ll be chained to your computer when using this drawing tablet.
Save up to 30% on XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro best 22inch budget monitor for graphic design
The XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro is one of the best gifts you can give to the professional (or hobbyist) artist in your life. This 22” inch tablet gives a natural pen-on-screen feel in a compact, slim design. The screen, combined with the stylus, has the sort of resistance ’tooth’ that imitates high-quality drawing paper. It’s the sort of gift that makes you say ‘I love you, and want you to succeed’.
XP-Pen’s PA2 Pen gives you great control with pro-level pressure sensitivity and tilt support. There’s almost no lag and it’s battery-free so you’ll never find yourself in the irritating position of being low on charge.
you’can find 20 ExpressKeys and 2 Roller wheel which make navigation easier, and the side switches on the pen itself put even more control at your fingertips.
If the price of the Artist 22R Pro version makes you balk, there’s also a 22-inch version of the same tablet for $100 off the price.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Tablet Monitor for beginners
Artist 12 Pro over here is a smaller tablet that comes with an 11.6-inch fully laminated display with 100% sRGB color accuracy. which is actually more than enough to work on.
Everyone can get behind the return of the Artist 12 Pro’s fully laminated display that presses the screen up against the glass without gaps .
You get a total of 6 shortcut buttons along with a Roller Wheel . The red roller is a game-changer and very useful while drawing. It can do tasks like zoom, ran, scroll and most important – change the size of the brush or eraser by simply rotating it.
I love that I draw directly on the screen, so that it feels natural, and intuitive. It`s also portable, and I can stick my entire digital setup in my bag and go do art anywhere.
So if you are low on budget and still want a good display drawing tablet then this could be your best bet.
Extra 10% Off XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro pen display for professional graphics
The Artist 13.3 Pro comes with 13.3 inches of a full HD 1080p display which produces brilliant color and pictures, with exceptional clarity. Packed with a wide 88% of the Color gamut , you get what you see.
With Full-laminated technology adopted, no air gap,visually the parallax will be deduced to the lowest level. The 13.3-inch FHD drawing display comes with anti-glare film. This not only protects your eyes from light reflection but also provides you a better feel while designing.
It’s highly sensitive and supports up to 60 degrees of tilt function. That means that it will easily respond to any hand movement, so you’ll be able to naturally move your hand as if you draw on paper. 8192 levels of pressure levels on top of that, and you get a perfect sensitivity. Thick or thin lines will not be the problem.
The interactive display works as a functioning second monitor, allowing the user to essentially draw directly into programs as if they were drawing on paper. For those looking to make a long term investment in a drawing tablet, the Artist 13.3 Pro should definitely be taken into consideration.
Extra 10% Off XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro cheap 22 inch drawing monitor
XP-PEN’s Artist22E Pro is one of the best drawing tablets with a screen and is our go-to for a cheaper version of Wacom’s 22HD.
The Artist 22E Pro comes with a well-designed, 22 inch Full HD IPS display with 1920x1080p resolution, 9 point display calibration, and an extra wide-angle.
The extra-wide angle display gives great color accuracy across the entire surface, and with 77%-82% Color Gamut accuracy, you get vibrant colors and rich detail.
XP-PEN’s latest stylus technology delivers an astounding level of pressure sensitivity which gives you excellent control and fluidity. It’s fully rechargeable, and when the batteries are full you should get two months out of them.
16 customizable shortcut keys can be linked to various third-party design software which is great if you tend to work with more than one program.
Unlike other tablets, this one comes with 2 rechargeable pens in the package. also Comes with a very sturdy stand.
Extra 17% Off XP-Pen Artist 16 Pro art display tablet with 92 percent RGB
The 15.6" Full HD screen covers 16.7 million colors and 92% of the Adobe RGB color gamut so you can create shades and tones exactly as you imagined them. The included drawing glove ensures that your hand glides smoothly across the surface of the screen, making every drawing session effortless.
This tablet comes with a digital pen that provides 8192 levels of sensitivity, allowing for great variations in line width, opacity and creative designs . XP-Pen promotes their pen as the perfect tool to create detailed brush strokes, and it’s great for digital drawing and photo retouching among other applications.
The Eight Fast Access keys can up your productivity and are fully customizable to suit how you work. The two side buttons on the pen make your creative process even more intuitive.
You do get an ergonomic stand with the drawing tablet making it a stable surface to work on. It also gives you a better grip and prevents the tablet from unnecessary shaking.
You get two digital pens along with the tablet that can be charged via the USB cable that comes in the box. Along with the pen, you get a pen stand which can be used to store the pen both horizontally, and vertically. The stand also comes with 8 nibs inside.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 15.6 best value digital display tablet
The generous 15.6 inches wide display has full HD/1080p resolution and offers large viewing angles (178° degree), 75 adobe Rgb Lcd Screen Suppliers, with great contrast and excellent color reproduction. Moreover, the tablet supports Ultra HD/4K external displays, if so required.
Another great feature of the XP-Pen Artist 15.6 is the passive pen design (no batteries required), which provides industry-leading pressure sensitivity (8192 levels of instant pen pressure). which making painting/drawing a pleasure.
In terms of connectivity, you have the latest USB Type C port, for blazing fast connections and sharp details. The tablet is compatible with both Mac and PC software, including major designer software bundles, such as Clip Studio, Painter, Photoshop, Gimp, Krita, SAI and others.
If you’re looking for one of the best drawing tablets with the screen out there, the XP-Pen Artist would fit the bill perfectly.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Cheap Display Drawing Tablet Holiday version
If the Wacom Cintiq 13HD sounds like the perfect tablet, but the price tag seems too high, then you’re in luck. The XP-Pen Artist 12 is a Cintiq alternative, mimicking nearly every capability of the more expensive product.
Complete with a Small 11.6-inch screen, some even find this tablet to rival its pricier companion.The Full HD screen packs in 16.7 million colors and about 72% of the NTSC space which allow you to see your work directly on the tablet and with an accurate level of color reproduction.
The next good thing about the tablet is the pen that comes along. Its a battery-free and charge-free pen that comes with 8192 pressure levels. It comes in a unique hexagonal design with an eraser at the end. Included is a pen stand that could either be used to store the nibs or use as a pen stand.
XP-Pen’s Touch Bar controls are great for zooming, scrolling, and changing brush size, giving you a much more intuitive way of working. 6 Customizable ExpressKeys up your productivity by making it easy to access all your favorite shortcuts.
If you are a beginner looking to get a decent display integrated drawing tablet for a low price, then Artist 12 would be your best bet.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Note plus digital notebook
Drawing on a computer has its advantages but will never have the feel of drawing with pencil and paper.
This XP-Pen Note plus pad is the size of 245 x 176 x 15mm . For those artists who prefer paper to digital screens, but can not resist the temptation to have all their work backed up and available in digital format, this is by now the best solution .
This thingamajig bridges the gap between the physical and virtual worlds and enables artists to digitally edit and enhance their traditionally hand-drawn artwork.
The note plus “smartpad” captures drawings from actual paper, converts them to data, and sends them by bluetooth to any computer. The pad also works well with iOS and Android tablets or mobile devices.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Deco Pro professional drawing graphic tablet
The XP-Pen Deco Pro comes in tto models (small 9*5 inch and medium - 11*6 inch). Other than the price and size, there is no difference between these two models. You get the same premium built quality and features in all of them.
the PA1 pen is very precise, with 8192 pressure sensitivity levels and natural tilt support – with software like Adobe Photoshop you can pain with digital brushes, pressing lighter or harder, tilting them – just like in real-life painting.
Deco Pro comes with a metal body which feels strong and sturdy in hands, it also gives it a professional look. In terms of the overall design, the tablet looks modern and minimalistic.
If you are one of those artists who heavily use shortcut buttons, you will be happy to know that you get a wide variety of shortcut options. There are a total of eight shortcut buttons along with a mechanical wheel and a touch-sensitive trackpad.
The tablet also comes with LED lights which looks really great in dark environments. In the settings, you have the option to dim the lights or completely shut them off – if you want to.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 most popular tablet for professional artists
If the Wacom Intuos pro feels a little expensive, then you should have a look at this bad boy. The XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 has everything from a massive drawing area to excellent stylus with tilt support.
It comes with a massive active drawing area of 10 x 6.25 inches. Its stylus has a pressure sensitivity of 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity along with tilt recognition up to ±60°. The pen does not has any battery inside and works by wireless transfer of energy. The pen comes with a pen holder along with extra pentips.
If you like to customize your tablet to suit your needs, the Deco 01 V2 comes with 8 customizable buttons. It is easy to set up and start using.
The Deco 01 V2 offers excellent value for money. If you are a casual artists or a beginner looking for a larger drawing tablet, then you will be thrilled with this tablet.
Save up to 30% on XP-Pen Deco 03 wireless art graphics drawing pad
XP-Pen Deco 03 graphics drawing tablet is one of the tablets that offer wireless connectivity, which will give you complete freedom of the drawing tablet with no wires at all.
All you have to do is plug the USB receiver in your computer, and you’re ready to go.
You will never lack out of the drawing space because Deco 03 features a large surface of 10 x 5.62 inches .
The level of pressure sensitivity is 8192 which will give you the ability to draw different lines by applying different pressure, and Deco 03 graphics Art tablet comes with a pen rest which will give you the place to balance the stylus on.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Deco 02 best digital art sketch tablet for pc
The XP-Pen Deco 02 is an impressive tablet. It is well built yet light and slim with an easy to use button configuration. The drawing surface has a matt finish and feels like you are drawing on a smooth paper surface.
The drawing surface area is 10″ x 5.63″ inches big, and it has a resolution of 5080 lines per inch, which is more than enough to show off your talent and skills. Report rate of drawing tablet is 266 .
The 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity of the pen will make you feel like you’re drawing just on a paper. Pen of Deco 02 drawing tablet is also battery-free, so you won’t have to worry about it too.
The pressure sensitivity of the pen will give you the ability to draw lines from thin to very thick ones. Adjusting your pressure on the Deco 02 will result in better drawings.
silver roller and buttons are located on the left of the Deco 02 drawing tablet, which means this tablet is made to fit right-handed people, which is definitely something you should keep in your mind.
Although, if you really like the Deco 02 drawing tablet and you’re a lefty, you can set settings for the left-handed person and just rotate the Deco 02 drawing tablet.
Christmas Day 2019 (also known as Christmas) is a religious and cultural holiday, celebrating the anniversary of the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas Day 2019 is celebrated annually by Christians on December 25 in the United States and throughout the world.
The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better time to start searching for the perfect gifts for all the important people in your life.
If you’re looking for the best Christmas gift for artists and designers, this article is just what you need. Treat the artist in your life with something special! graphic tablets are some of the best Christmas gift for digital artists and painters that they will surely love. Perfect for your special someone, your friend, and even yourself...surely you deserve it!
Remember, your gift doesn’t need to be practical. It sure can be, but there is one thing artists carve for – inspiration.
And when they have something beautiful in their hands, be it a sketchbook or just a coffee mug, they just can not help feeling more positive, which is a doorway to creativity.
The drawing pad may seem a humble little tool, but finding the perfect one for your specific discipline is crucial and with such a plethora of options, it can be tricky to choose the best one for you. Whether you’re just starting out in your drawing adventure, or you’re a professional artist, the tool you choose can make a huge difference to your final project.
Creating art on the computer as opposed to the canvas opens up a new range of creative possibilities. This digital canvas and stylus gives artists the feel of traditional drawing and painting combined with the power of modern technology. The cost of this thingamajig is minimal compared to buying paints, brushes and canvases for each new work of art.
The Black Friday weekend is now over, but many of its deals continue through what’s known as Cyber Week and beyond. You will find numerous graphics tablet discounts in the run-up to Christmas 2019. December is an excellent month for digital tablet deals.
Looking to save money on a new drawing tablet, or hunting for a great gift? Here are the best deals, offers and discounts on an graphic tablet brand XP-Pen for Christmas 2019 . These Christmas drawing pad deals are the lowest prices we’ve seen.
Founded in 2005, XP-Pen has quickly established themselves to be one of the top suppliers of drawing tablets. XP-Pen is a good brand that is known for producing affordable drawing tablet with displays. They have call centers in China, Taiwan and the US and their customer support is quick to respond via email. Learn more you can visit their Global official site: https://www.xp-pen.com
XP-Pen Christmas deals 2019
XP-Pen always features fantastic deals on graphics tablets and pen displays of all types. The products feature the latest technology and the best quality, while the prices won’t put you in debt. Regardless of whether you’re shopping for a gift for a loved one or you’re looking to treat yourself to new technology, you can find what you’re looking for at XP-Pen.
XP-Pen Christmas discounts will continue throughout the month, from Dec.06 to Dec.26 . There’s plenty of time to get your holiday shopping wrapped up, thanks to the fantastic sales throughout December.
There’s one thing that you can count on during the holiday shopping season: A series of incredible sales from XP-Pen. You can find amazing prices during the pre-Christmas , and Christmas sales from the official store each year. We look forward to these saving events every year! For even more XP-Pen discounts, be sure to visit XP-Pen official store full tablet Price Guide.-- https://www.storexppen.com/topic/20.html .
XP-Pen’s Christmas sale is live with incredible discounts throughout its site. You can save up to 30% on selected products . You can buy quality XP-Pen products direct from the XP-Pen USA&Canada online store with coupon Prices .
These XP-Pen deals offer shoppers the lowest prices available with the Artist 15.6 Pro holiday model qualifying for free delivery in time for Christmas. Supplies may be limited at the special models, and these deals have a high likelihood to sell out quickly.
people from other regions can also get amazing deals :
Australia Store : https://www.storexppen.com.au
United Kingdom Store : https://www.storexppen.co.uk
Plus, below we’ll also break down the differences between XP-Pen’s tablets so that you get the drawing tablet that suits both your budget and your needs.
Save up to 30% on XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro drawing Screen Monitor Holiday version
If you are in Tablet Drawing for a long time, and looking for the finest piece of tech that’ll translate your moves into brilliant art – here’s the one!
The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro’s laminated screen has an extremely small gap which is less distracting, while also making it feel like the display is almost sitting on top of the glass. which reduces parallax to a minimum, making your drawings accurate like never before.
It comes with anti-glare film, which not only protects your eyes but gives the feel like you are drawing on paper. Now, what makes this drawing tablet so accurate are 8192 pressure levels with approximately 60 degree pen tilt support.
It also offers one-Red Roller and 6 press keys for a fully adjustable experience on 15.6 inches wide IPS display. It’s lightweight and thick, and a diameter of 11 mm. You will have a much better transition between the colors, as it offers 120% sRGB color gamut.
Finally,Connectivity is powered via USB for a neat and tidy setup, making it semi-portable should you need to work on the go. It’s worth noting though that there’s no option for standalone usage, so you’ll be chained to your computer when using this drawing tablet.
Save up to 30% on XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro best 22inch budget monitor for graphic design
The XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro is one of the best gifts you can give to the professional (or hobbyist) artist in your life. This 22” inch tablet gives a natural pen-on-screen feel in a compact, slim design. The screen, combined with the stylus, has the sort of resistance ’tooth’ that imitates high-quality drawing paper. It’s the sort of gift that makes you say ‘I love you, and want you to succeed’.
XP-Pen’s PA2 Pen gives you great control with pro-level pressure sensitivity and tilt support. There’s almost no lag and it’s battery-free so you’ll never find yourself in the irritating position of being low on charge.
you’can find 20 ExpressKeys and 2 Roller wheel which make navigation easier, and the side switches on the pen itself put even more control at your fingertips.
If the price of the Artist 22R Pro version makes you balk, there’s also a 22-inch version of the same tablet for $100 off the price.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Tablet Monitor for beginners
Artist 12 Pro over here is a smaller tablet that comes with an 11.6-inch fully laminated display with 100% sRGB color accuracy. which is actually more than enough to work on.
Everyone can get behind the return of the Artist 12 Pro’s fully laminated display that presses the screen up against the glass without gaps .
You get a total of 6 shortcut buttons along with a Roller Wheel . The red roller is a game-changer and very useful while drawing. It can do tasks like zoom, ran, scroll and most important – change the size of the brush or eraser by simply rotating it.
I love that I draw directly on the screen, so that it feels natural, and intuitive. It`s also portable, and I can stick my entire digital setup in my bag and go do art anywhere.
So if you are low on budget and still want a good display drawing tablet then this could be your best bet.
Extra 10% Off XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro pen display for professional graphics
The Artist 13.3 Pro comes with 13.3 inches of a full HD 1080p display which produces brilliant color and pictures, with exceptional clarity. Packed with a wide 88% of the Color gamut , you get what you see.
With Full-laminated technology adopted, no air gap,visually the parallax will be deduced to the lowest level. The 13.3-inch FHD drawing display comes with anti-glare film. This not only protects your eyes from light reflection but also provides you a better feel while designing.
It’s highly sensitive and supports up to 60 degrees of tilt function. That means that it will easily respond to any hand movement, so you’ll be able to naturally move your hand as if you draw on paper. 8192 levels of pressure levels on top of that, and you get a perfect sensitivity. Thick or thin lines will not be the problem.
The interactive display works as a functioning second monitor, allowing the user to essentially draw directly into programs as if they were drawing on paper. For those looking to make a long term investment in a drawing tablet, the Artist 13.3 Pro should definitely be taken into consideration.
Extra 10% Off XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro cheap 22 inch drawing monitor
XP-PEN’s Artist22E Pro is one of the best drawing tablets with a screen and is our go-to for a cheaper version of Wacom’s 22HD.
The Artist 22E Pro comes with a well-designed, 22 inch Full HD IPS display with 1920x1080p resolution, 9 point display calibration, and an extra wide-angle.
The extra-wide angle display gives great color accuracy across the entire surface, and with 77%-82% Color Gamut accuracy, you get vibrant colors and rich detail.
XP-PEN’s latest stylus technology delivers an astounding level of pressure sensitivity which gives you excellent control and fluidity. It’s fully rechargeable, and when the batteries are full you should get two months out of them.
16 customizable shortcut keys can be linked to various third-party design software which is great if you tend to work with more than one program.
Unlike other tablets, this one comes with 2 rechargeable pens in the package. also Comes with a very sturdy stand.
Extra 17% Off XP-Pen Artist 16 Pro art display tablet with 92 percent RGB
The 15.6" Full HD screen covers 16.7 million colors and 92% of the Adobe RGB color gamut so you can create shades and tones exactly as you imagined them. The included drawing glove ensures that your hand glides smoothly across the surface of the screen, making every drawing session effortless.
This tablet comes with a digital pen that provides 8192 levels of sensitivity, allowing for great variations in line width, opacity and creative designs . XP-Pen promotes their pen as the perfect tool to create detailed brush strokes, and it’s great for digital drawing and photo retouching among other applications.
The Eight Fast Access keys can up your productivity and are fully customizable to suit how you work. The two side buttons on the pen make your creative process even more intuitive.
You do get an ergonomic stand with the drawing tablet making it a stable surface to work on. It also gives you a better grip and prevents the tablet from unnecessary shaking.
You get two digital pens along with the tablet that can be charged via the USB cable that comes in the box. Along with the pen, you get a pen stand which can be used to store the pen both horizontally, and vertically. The stand also comes with 8 nibs inside.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 15.6 best value digital display tablet
The generous 15.6 inches wide display has full HD/1080p resolution and offers large viewing angles (178° degree), 75 adobe Rgb Lcd Screen Suppliers, with great contrast and excellent color reproduction. Moreover, the tablet supports Ultra HD/4K external displays, if so required.
Another great feature of the XP-Pen Artist 15.6 is the passive pen design (no batteries required), which provides industry-leading pressure sensitivity (8192 levels of instant pen pressure). which making painting/drawing a pleasure.
In terms of connectivity, you have the latest USB Type C port, for blazing fast connections and sharp details. The tablet is compatible with both Mac and PC software, including major designer software bundles, such as Clip Studio, Painter, Photoshop, Gimp, Krita, SAI and others.
If you’re looking for one of the best drawing tablets with the screen out there, the XP-Pen Artist would fit the bill perfectly.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Cheap Display Drawing Tablet Holiday version
If the Wacom Cintiq 13HD sounds like the perfect tablet, but the price tag seems too high, then you’re in luck. The XP-Pen Artist 12 is a Cintiq alternative, mimicking nearly every capability of the more expensive product.
Complete with a Small 11.6-inch screen, some even find this tablet to rival its pricier companion.The Full HD screen packs in 16.7 million colors and about 72% of the NTSC space which allow you to see your work directly on the tablet and with an accurate level of color reproduction.
The next good thing about the tablet is the pen that comes along. Its a battery-free and charge-free pen that comes with 8192 pressure levels. It comes in a unique hexagonal design with an eraser at the end. Included is a pen stand that could either be used to store the nibs or use as a pen stand.
XP-Pen’s Touch Bar controls are great for zooming, scrolling, and changing brush size, giving you a much more intuitive way of working. 6 Customizable ExpressKeys up your productivity by making it easy to access all your favorite shortcuts.
If you are a beginner looking to get a decent display integrated drawing tablet for a low price, then Artist 12 would be your best bet.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Note plus digital notebook
Drawing on a computer has its advantages but will never have the feel of drawing with pencil and paper.
This XP-Pen Note plus pad is the size of 245 x 176 x 15mm . For those artists who prefer paper to digital screens, but can not resist the temptation to have all their work backed up and available in digital format, this is by now the best solution .
This thingamajig bridges the gap between the physical and virtual worlds and enables artists to digitally edit and enhance their traditionally hand-drawn artwork.
The note plus “smartpad” captures drawings from actual paper, converts them to data, and sends them by bluetooth to any computer. The pad also works well with iOS and Android tablets or mobile devices.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Deco Pro professional drawing graphic tablet
The XP-Pen Deco Pro comes in tto models (small 9*5 inch and medium - 11*6 inch). Other than the price and size, there is no difference between these two models. You get the same premium built quality and features in all of them.
the PA1 pen is very precise, with 8192 pressure sensitivity levels and natural tilt support – with software like Adobe Photoshop you can pain with digital brushes, pressing lighter or harder, tilting them – just like in real-life painting.
Deco Pro comes with a metal body which feels strong and sturdy in hands, it also gives it a professional look. In terms of the overall design, the tablet looks modern and minimalistic.
If you are one of those artists who heavily use shortcut buttons, you will be happy to know that you get a wide variety of shortcut options. There are a total of eight shortcut buttons along with a mechanical wheel and a touch-sensitive trackpad.
The tablet also comes with LED lights which looks really great in dark environments. In the settings, you have the option to dim the lights or completely shut them off – if you want to.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 most popular tablet for professional artists
If the Wacom Intuos pro feels a little expensive, then you should have a look at this bad boy. The XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 has everything from a massive drawing area to excellent stylus with tilt support.
It comes with a massive active drawing area of 10 x 6.25 inches. Its stylus has a pressure sensitivity of 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity along with tilt recognition up to ±60°. The pen does not has any battery inside and works by wireless transfer of energy. The pen comes with a pen holder along with extra pentips.
If you like to customize your tablet to suit your needs, the Deco 01 V2 comes with 8 customizable buttons. It is easy to set up and start using.
The Deco 01 V2 offers excellent value for money. If you are a casual artists or a beginner looking for a larger drawing tablet, then you will be thrilled with this tablet.
Save up to 30% on XP-Pen Deco 03 wireless art graphics drawing pad
XP-Pen Deco 03 graphics drawing tablet is one of the tablets that offer wireless connectivity, which will give you complete freedom of the drawing tablet with no wires at all.
All you have to do is plug the USB receiver in your computer, and you’re ready to go.
You will never lack out of the drawing space because Deco 03 features a large surface of 10 x 5.62 inches .
The level of pressure sensitivity is 8192 which will give you the ability to draw different lines by applying different pressure, and Deco 03 graphics Art tablet comes with a pen rest which will give you the place to balance the stylus on.
Extra 20% Off XP-Pen Deco 02 best digital art sketch tablet for pc
The XP-Pen Deco 02 is an impressive tablet. It is well built yet light and slim with an easy to use button configuration. The drawing surface has a matt finish and feels like you are drawing on a smooth paper surface.
The drawing surface area is 10″ x 5.63″ inches big, and it has a resolution of 5080 lines per inch, which is more than enough to show off your talent and skills. Report rate of drawing tablet is 266 .
The 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity of the pen will make you feel like you’re drawing just on a paper. Pen of Deco 02 drawing tablet is also battery-free, so you won’t have to worry about it too.
The pressure sensitivity of the pen will give you the ability to draw lines from thin to very thick ones. Adjusting your pressure on the Deco 02 will result in better drawings.
silver roller and buttons are located on the left of the Deco 02 drawing tablet, which means this tablet is made to fit right-handed people, which is definitely something you should keep in your mind.
Although, if you really like the Deco 02 drawing tablet and you’re a lefty, you can set settings for the left-handed person and just rotate the Deco 02 drawing tablet.
If you’ve ever tried to draw on a computer using a mouse, you know how difficult it is to draw a straight line, let alone a recognizable picture. The necessity of a drawing tablet is obvious if your job or habits require even the slightest bit of digitization. Graphic designers, engineers, architects, and digital artists all find great use for drawing tablets.
Drawing tablets can also make editing photos extremely simple. Some models even offer buttons on the tablet itself, which you can assign to functions you use often - like the zoom and brush tools. Plus, the low lag time and smooth feel of a stylus makes for quicker, smoother edits, with less need to spam those hotkeys. Hobby artists and animators are also turning to drawing tablets as simple ways to create and save their work before making questionable edits. You can draw 5 different scenes on the same saved background, rather than having to hand draw or photocopy the same image over again.
A teacher utilizing a drawing tablet can make edits to presentations in real time, enhancing the retention rate of the information being taught. A student can utilize a drawing tablet to leave digital notes in their e-book, and propel their learning forward. Drawing tablets are even well suited to filling out digital forms. Instead of having to print out the documents, fill them in by hand, and scan them into a computer before sending them; you can simply input data into the form using your drawing tablet.
When is Black Friday 2019 and when do the Black Friday deals start?
Black Friday always takes place the day after Thanksgiving. This year, that’ll be Friday, Nov. 29. However, Black Friday deals tend to begin way sooner than that.
Black Friday deals are officially here. Due to the shorter holiday season, retailers are launching their Black Friday deals earlier than ever. (We’re expecting to see earlier than average Cyber Monday deals as well).
The date this year is closer to Christmas (less than a month before Christmas Day), and that gives you less time to shop online. That may not seem like a big deal today, but you’ll have to factor in waiting on the best deals, pouncing on the lowest price, and factoring shipping wait times.
Black Friday deals are officially here. Due to the shorter holiday season, retailers are launching their Black Friday deals earlier than ever.
The origin of Black Friday: a history lesson
Let’s take a Black Friday history lesson: the first known mention of Black Friday related to this shopping experience was in November 1951, when the journal Factory Management and Maintenance used it to describe people calling in sick the day after Thanksgiving so they could have an extra day off work.
At the same time US police were using the phrases “Black Friday” and “Black Saturday” to describe the horrendous traffic that occurred at the beginning of the pre-Christmas shopping season. In 1961 there was a movement from the local government to change the shopping season to “Big Friday” and “Big Saturday”, but it clearly never caught on.
The countdown for Black Friday has just begun, with the passage of each day the event is getting closer. The holiday shopping season would be a perfect time if you are looking for exclusive offers. Here, we are going to talk about the amazing deals which Black Friday 2019 is now coming up . XP-Pen official Store has already getting a headstart on the gadget deals. XP-Pen Black Friday 2019 is now arriving & obviously, the hunt for the tech lovers is now going to an end. Gear up yourself, to hatch the Black Friday deals on XP-Pen Tablets, this year.
XP-Pen Black Friday 2019 Deals & Offers
Do you love Wacom’s range of Cintiqs but cringe at the price tag? When you decide it’s finally time to buy a drawing tablet, or upgrade your current device, Wacom is often the first brand you think of.
Most artists would love a wacom to work with. But they aren’t the most affordable option out there, especially for hobby artists interested in digital art.
If you are looking for a budget drawing tablet then you may have come across xp-pen brands . XP-Pen is clearly one of the most popular brands in drawing tablets . XP-Pen is very cheap and can get you the same quality of graphic tablet for a cheaper price.
Both products ( wacom & xp-pen ) have great features, awesome functionality and just a few differences in specifications that make a great advantage to buying these amazing tablets, especially for drawing.
This year Black Friday 2019, Kickstart your shopping by grabbing amazing sale & discounts on XP-Pen Tablets. XP-Pen is a Chinese brand specializes in manufacturing graphical tablets. Get the latest & new upgraded version of XP-Pen Tablets with exciting discount offers. Planning to buy an amazing gift for your techy friends.
XP-Pen Artist / Deco Series prove to be an amazing present. you can Save a good amount on XP-Pen Black Friday sale . XP-Pen’s Black Friday deals are official and the store is pumping new deals all the time. You will save around 30% on the XP-Pen US official Store . So don’t miss this chance and grab the best deals from here - https://www.storexppen.com/topic/18.html ( blackfriday activity page). Deals will kick-off on November 11nd and run through Black Friday delivering new all-time lows on a variety of its first-party products.
people from other regions can also get amazing deals :
Australia Store : https://www.storexppen.com.au
United Kingdom Store : https://www.storexppen.co.uk
Global official site: https://www.xp-pen.com
Black Friday 2019: Best XP-Pen device deals
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro inexpensive Screen drawing tablet Holiday version
Large active drawing area - At 15.6 inches, the active area is more than enough to offer the user a comfortable drawing experience.If you need a tablet that is large, but that can still be carried around without much hassle, this one fits the bill perfectly well.
Full-laminated technology - This is where the XP-PEN Artist 15.6 differs from the others. The glass/screen is easy to look at and yor eyes won’t feel as tired even after working for consecutive hours. That doesn’t mean that you’re supposed to draw for 12 hours in a row without looking away. Everything in moderation, please!
Easy brightness adjustment - These days, nearly every tablet that comes with a screen allows you to regulate brightness, but this is usually done through the software. The cool thing about the XP-PEN Artist 15.6 Pro is that brightness can be increased or decreased through a little button that’s easy to access.
Easy zoom - The zoom feature is, without a doubt, the most used tool when it comes to digital art. In order to get all those tiny details in, it’s necessary to zoom in and out of the canvas hundreds if not thousands of times.
By observing this behaviour, the XP-PEN Artist 15.6 came up with the idea of adding a zoom dial to the drawing board. This is simply a red circle that mimics the way volume buttons work, but instead of raising and lowering sound, it does the same for the zoom.
Tilt sensitive PW2 Stylus performs like traditional brushes, pencils and markers. The pressure sensitivity of 8192 levels lets you draw variety of lines, meaning when you apply more pressure, it will render a thicker line.
Compared to normal version), the holiday version will include 1X Greeting Card , 1X Mascot Cleaning Cloth, 1X Calendar Featured With Xfans Artworks 1xMascot Badge , 1x Mascot Mobile Phone Holder . this would be and affordable choice for digital artists.
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro best large drawing tablet with screen
The Artist 22R Pro is the first graphics display that supports a Type-C to Type-C connection, letting you directly connect your iMac/Mac Book Pro and other Windows computers that support Type-C input to the 22R Pro without using a Type-C to HDMI &USB adapter. A strikingly large 21.5-inch display and features 1080p resolution, allowing you to draw, design, model and create directly onto the 22R Pro’s surface, letting you unleash new creative possibilities.
By applying the latest innovation and technology, the XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro lets you draw with virtually no parallax and a more precise cursor positioning even at the four corners for an improved drawing experience. The 21.5-inch FHD Display pairs a superb color accuracy of 88% NTSC (Adobe RGB≧90%，sRGB≧120%), adding brilliance to your creation with more exquisite details and vibrant colors.
Two easy-to-control red dial wheels and 20 customizable shortcut keys that are conveniently placed on both sides, making it equally accessible for left and right-handed users. It also comes equipped with the USB Hub that can be used to connect your mouse or other devices. Integrated adjustable stand, you can change your working angle to suit your various needs of creating more easily and quickly. And the specially-designed pen slot on the front side provides quick and safe access to your pen .
The PA2 battery-free Stylus supports up to 60 degrees of tilt function and provides superior line performance to create the finest sketches and lines. Included with the Artist 22R Pro, the multi-function pen holder keeps your pen and pen nibs safe and doubles as a pen stand or pen holder. The XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro comes with a protective film to help protect your screen and reduce glare while keeping your screen crisp and clear even bright light.
The XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro supports Windows10/8/7, Mac OS X10.10 and higher. Compatible with popular digital art software such as Adobe, Photoshop, Illustrator, SAI, CDR, GIMP, Krita, Medibang, Fire Alpaca, Blender 3D and more. XP-Pen provides a one-year warranty [warranty only valid under the situation that damage is not caused by man-made] and lifetime technical support for all our pen tablets/displays. [Warm Reminder: Artist22R Pro drawing pen display must be used with a computer] .
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro drawing tablet with screen for beginners
A suitable Cintiq 13HD alternative in terms of size, the XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro has 1920 by 1080 screen resolution , The screen comes with an IPS display with 72% NTSC Color Space .
it has 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity and is compatible with both Windows and Mac. Now coming to the details, the product has a ±60 tilt support from the pen. The best part of all is that the pen is completely battery-free so you do not have to worry at all about charging it.
What makes it special is the fully laminated screen . They have reduced the space between the glass and the screen reducing parallax and making drawing much more accurate in the process.
The Artist 12 Pro includes a sleek Red Dial interface to make your workflow as smooth as possible. 8 fully customizable shortcut keys Letting you capture and express your ideas faster and more easily .
There is a matte screen protector that comes with this tablet monitor, which is ideal for artists who prefer a natural, paper-like feel. It also reduces glare. As an artist who likes to work in a variety of places with different lighting, I would appreciate this feature.
Up to 10% Off XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro drawing tablet with 22 inch display
If you’re looking for an alternative to the 22-inch Cintiq, the Artist 22 Pro or Artist 22E Pro is worth looking at and has a 1920 by 1080 screen that shows over a billion colors , the screen covers 78~ 82 percent of RGB gamut in Adobe. .
The Viewing Angles: This is an IPS monitor, meaning it offers rich colors and accuracy with various viewing angles. You will only see a little color degradation with extreme angles viewed from the side.
Lots of Extras: The Artist 22 comes with a fair amount of extra items. This includes an extra stylus, cleaning cloth and brush, an adapter for Mac, a screen protector, and various types of cables.
Programmable Stylus Buttons: Like the Cintiq, this option has programmable pen buttons to increase the efficiency of your work flow.
the difference between Artist 22 Pro and Artist 22E Pro is the 22E Pro tablet has 16 customisable shortcut keys.
Up to 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Portable Drawing Tablet Monitor
For an alternative to the 16-inch Cintiq tablet, there’s the Artist 15.6 by XP-Pen. This tablet monitor is 15.6 inches with an glass screen. This feature plus 1920 by 1080 screen resolution give you a clear image even in less-than-ideal lighting.
The Artist 15.6 supports a 75% Adobe RGB color gamut and can display up to 16.7 million colors.
Light Stylus: The stylus that come with this tablet is light and easy to hold. Since I’m used to working with pencil, this is the type of tablet pen I’d prefer.
Pressure Control: The pressure control on the Artist 15.6 is smooth and gives good feedback. With 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, this makes it very as good to Wacom in terms of quality.
Suitable for Left-Handed Users: You may move the display connectors to the left side of the tablet monitor for a better working experience if you’re left handed.
Up to 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Entry-Level Drawing Monitor Holiday version
The XP-Pen Artist 12 features a 11.6 inch Full HD IPS LCD with 72% NTSC color gamut which allows the display to light up 16.7 millions color even more vividly.
8192 levels Pressure Sensitivity, Control line thickness, color and transparency conveniently provide the value for money experience an artist expects from a drawing tablet. Moreover, the XP-Pen Artist 12 is ultra thin and light so that you can carry it anywhere easily.
I love how it feels to draw on this the lines were really smooth and it just felt really natural. I also was impressed with the little details in the build quality it feels really solid and the button layout and slider along the side are great.
Really good price and really great pen. I was pleasantly surprised by the Artist 12 Pro . It’s one of the better 12" pen displays out there. It does everything really well. A really well drawing device. The only real drawback for me is I prefer a less glossy screen but the pen feels so good it trumps everything else.
In the package, along with the device, you will get a screen protector, 1 pen, 8 replacement nibs, 1 USB cable and other necessary cables. All in all, the XP-Pen Artist 12 is a complete package of features and is also one of the best tablets for artists, designers, architects, and students who are expecting a good value for their money.
Up to 20% Off XP-Pen Note Plus digital notebook smart notepad
If you are looking for an easier way to digitise your notes, the XP-Pen Note Plus doesn’t lock you in to buying expensive paper. And while the Note Plus needs to be charged, it is a regular micro USB connection rather than proprietary cradles, and the pen itself feels and acts just like a regular ballpoint.
It also works as a way to digitise your child’s drawings, once they use the Slate as the backing for their artwork.
If you have a lot on your mind that you want to pen to paper, the XP-Pen Note Plus can be your new best... Works great for taking notes naturally with a pen and convert it to digital...
XP-Pen Note Plus smartpad gives everyone from students to office workers the ability to seamlessly switch back and forth between handwritten note-taking and typing into a device, making notes potentially more effective and personal.
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Deco Pro Medium and 25% Off Small Version professional drawing tablets
XP-Pen’s Deco Pro Tablet is one of the most ergonomic graphic tablets available. It’s larger than most of the tablets in this list which come with 11x 6 inches (large) or 9 x 5 inches (small) . but is accuracy is something to be desired. You can create astonishing outputs in such precision that you will never imagine to be possible.
Its work area has a resolution of 5080 lpi and its pen has a standard 8,192 pressure levels and tilt recognition . If you are into drawing website mascots, illustrations for infographics or creating web-based elements, this is a great choice.
Meet the groundbreaking double wheel design paired with trackpad functionality! crafted with an aluminum casing and features a 7mm thin curved casing. As such a professional designed tablet, Deco Pro has been awarded as the 2019 Red Dot Design Award Winner and the 2018 Good Design Award Winner!
The XP-Pen Deco Pro Series is compatible with Windows® 7/8/10, Mac OS X® 10.10 and above, Android 6.0 and above and works with most major creative software including Photoshop, SAI, Painter, Illustrator, Clip Studio, GIMP, Medibang, Krita, Fire Alpaca, Blender 3D and more.
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Deco 03 Wireless affordable drawing tablet
The Deco 03 Creative Pen Tablet from XP-Pen is a flexible graphical tablet that can be used to digitize your work . It features a 10 x 5.62 inch drawing area .
The Deco 03 is a standard drawing tablet that connects to your system via USB or wireless module .
It has 6 customizable ExpressKeys and a roller wheel to assist you with your workflow, and comes with the battery-free stylus P05 , which has 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity.
Up to 15% Off XP-Pen Deco 02 best computer art pad
This large tablet (10 by 5.63 inches) is a tool in graphic design and illustration that offers great precision. And while it allows you to create outputs that you will be proud of, it helps your hand reduce the risk of strain, allowing you to extend the longevity of working.
The Deco 02 tablet that comes with a ring or roller wheel to set with the last shortcut key and has a lot of built-in functions. This roller wheel will save a lot of time for you because when we artist tend to calibrate sizes of the brush or doing the zoom in and out, this roller wheel comes very handy ( way better than shortcut keys). Also it comes with a sort of lid or cover for the ring made out of rubber, which is nice to the tact and easy to handle.
The pen is a passive pen that won’t need any charge and very ergonomic and light , Its pen comes with 8,192 pressure levels, even this time xp pen put an eraser on the pen...that is cool.
Using this tablet will not only save you space and money but will allow you to take full advantage of your creativity and produce outstanding results.
Up to 25% Off XP-Pen Deco 01 best starter animation drawing tablet
XP-Pen’s Tablet Deco 01 is relatively larger than the Wacom Intuos Pro Medium , but cheaper. Its 10.0 (254 mm) x 6.25 inches (158 mm) by 8mm dimensions take advantage of more space making it easier to draw.
Also, with Deco 01’s 8 programmable HotKeys, it becomes a great choice for designers who would want to make the most out of their money.
It also comes complete with XP-Pen’s powerful digital Pen, featuring 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity and no need charging or battery .
XP-PEN also produces the very similar Deco 01 V2 Version ; the difference is the Deco 01 V2 Version supports up to 60 degrees of tilt function .
Drawing tablets can also make editing photos extremely simple. Some models even offer buttons on the tablet itself, which you can assign to functions you use often - like the zoom and brush tools. Plus, the low lag time and smooth feel of a stylus makes for quicker, smoother edits, with less need to spam those hotkeys. Hobby artists and animators are also turning to drawing tablets as simple ways to create and save their work before making questionable edits. You can draw 5 different scenes on the same saved background, rather than having to hand draw or photocopy the same image over again.
A teacher utilizing a drawing tablet can make edits to presentations in real time, enhancing the retention rate of the information being taught. A student can utilize a drawing tablet to leave digital notes in their e-book, and propel their learning forward. Drawing tablets are even well suited to filling out digital forms. Instead of having to print out the documents, fill them in by hand, and scan them into a computer before sending them; you can simply input data into the form using your drawing tablet.
When is Black Friday 2019 and when do the Black Friday deals start?
Black Friday always takes place the day after Thanksgiving. This year, that’ll be Friday, Nov. 29. However, Black Friday deals tend to begin way sooner than that.
Black Friday deals are officially here. Due to the shorter holiday season, retailers are launching their Black Friday deals earlier than ever. (We’re expecting to see earlier than average Cyber Monday deals as well).
The date this year is closer to Christmas (less than a month before Christmas Day), and that gives you less time to shop online. That may not seem like a big deal today, but you’ll have to factor in waiting on the best deals, pouncing on the lowest price, and factoring shipping wait times.
Black Friday deals are officially here. Due to the shorter holiday season, retailers are launching their Black Friday deals earlier than ever.
The origin of Black Friday: a history lesson
Let’s take a Black Friday history lesson: the first known mention of Black Friday related to this shopping experience was in November 1951, when the journal Factory Management and Maintenance used it to describe people calling in sick the day after Thanksgiving so they could have an extra day off work.
At the same time US police were using the phrases “Black Friday” and “Black Saturday” to describe the horrendous traffic that occurred at the beginning of the pre-Christmas shopping season. In 1961 there was a movement from the local government to change the shopping season to “Big Friday” and “Big Saturday”, but it clearly never caught on.
The countdown for Black Friday has just begun, with the passage of each day the event is getting closer. The holiday shopping season would be a perfect time if you are looking for exclusive offers. Here, we are going to talk about the amazing deals which Black Friday 2019 is now coming up . XP-Pen official Store has already getting a headstart on the gadget deals. XP-Pen Black Friday 2019 is now arriving & obviously, the hunt for the tech lovers is now going to an end. Gear up yourself, to hatch the Black Friday deals on XP-Pen Tablets, this year.
XP-Pen Black Friday 2019 Deals & Offers
Do you love Wacom’s range of Cintiqs but cringe at the price tag? When you decide it’s finally time to buy a drawing tablet, or upgrade your current device, Wacom is often the first brand you think of.
Most artists would love a wacom to work with. But they aren’t the most affordable option out there, especially for hobby artists interested in digital art.
If you are looking for a budget drawing tablet then you may have come across xp-pen brands . XP-Pen is clearly one of the most popular brands in drawing tablets . XP-Pen is very cheap and can get you the same quality of graphic tablet for a cheaper price.
Both products ( wacom & xp-pen ) have great features, awesome functionality and just a few differences in specifications that make a great advantage to buying these amazing tablets, especially for drawing.
This year Black Friday 2019, Kickstart your shopping by grabbing amazing sale & discounts on XP-Pen Tablets. XP-Pen is a Chinese brand specializes in manufacturing graphical tablets. Get the latest & new upgraded version of XP-Pen Tablets with exciting discount offers. Planning to buy an amazing gift for your techy friends.
XP-Pen Artist / Deco Series prove to be an amazing present. you can Save a good amount on XP-Pen Black Friday sale . XP-Pen’s Black Friday deals are official and the store is pumping new deals all the time. You will save around 30% on the XP-Pen US official Store . So don’t miss this chance and grab the best deals from here - https://www.storexppen.com/topic/18.html ( blackfriday activity page). Deals will kick-off on November 11nd and run through Black Friday delivering new all-time lows on a variety of its first-party products.
people from other regions can also get amazing deals :
Australia Store : https://www.storexppen.com.au
United Kingdom Store : https://www.storexppen.co.uk
Global official site: https://www.xp-pen.com
Black Friday 2019: Best XP-Pen device deals
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro inexpensive Screen drawing tablet Holiday version
Large active drawing area - At 15.6 inches, the active area is more than enough to offer the user a comfortable drawing experience.If you need a tablet that is large, but that can still be carried around without much hassle, this one fits the bill perfectly well.
Full-laminated technology - This is where the XP-PEN Artist 15.6 differs from the others. The glass/screen is easy to look at and yor eyes won’t feel as tired even after working for consecutive hours. That doesn’t mean that you’re supposed to draw for 12 hours in a row without looking away. Everything in moderation, please!
Easy brightness adjustment - These days, nearly every tablet that comes with a screen allows you to regulate brightness, but this is usually done through the software. The cool thing about the XP-PEN Artist 15.6 Pro is that brightness can be increased or decreased through a little button that’s easy to access.
Easy zoom - The zoom feature is, without a doubt, the most used tool when it comes to digital art. In order to get all those tiny details in, it’s necessary to zoom in and out of the canvas hundreds if not thousands of times.
By observing this behaviour, the XP-PEN Artist 15.6 came up with the idea of adding a zoom dial to the drawing board. This is simply a red circle that mimics the way volume buttons work, but instead of raising and lowering sound, it does the same for the zoom.
Tilt sensitive PW2 Stylus performs like traditional brushes, pencils and markers. The pressure sensitivity of 8192 levels lets you draw variety of lines, meaning when you apply more pressure, it will render a thicker line.
Compared to normal version), the holiday version will include 1X Greeting Card , 1X Mascot Cleaning Cloth, 1X Calendar Featured With Xfans Artworks 1xMascot Badge , 1x Mascot Mobile Phone Holder . this would be and affordable choice for digital artists.
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro best large drawing tablet with screen
The Artist 22R Pro is the first graphics display that supports a Type-C to Type-C connection, letting you directly connect your iMac/Mac Book Pro and other Windows computers that support Type-C input to the 22R Pro without using a Type-C to HDMI &USB adapter. A strikingly large 21.5-inch display and features 1080p resolution, allowing you to draw, design, model and create directly onto the 22R Pro’s surface, letting you unleash new creative possibilities.
By applying the latest innovation and technology, the XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro lets you draw with virtually no parallax and a more precise cursor positioning even at the four corners for an improved drawing experience. The 21.5-inch FHD Display pairs a superb color accuracy of 88% NTSC (Adobe RGB≧90%，sRGB≧120%), adding brilliance to your creation with more exquisite details and vibrant colors.
Two easy-to-control red dial wheels and 20 customizable shortcut keys that are conveniently placed on both sides, making it equally accessible for left and right-handed users. It also comes equipped with the USB Hub that can be used to connect your mouse or other devices. Integrated adjustable stand, you can change your working angle to suit your various needs of creating more easily and quickly. And the specially-designed pen slot on the front side provides quick and safe access to your pen .
The PA2 battery-free Stylus supports up to 60 degrees of tilt function and provides superior line performance to create the finest sketches and lines. Included with the Artist 22R Pro, the multi-function pen holder keeps your pen and pen nibs safe and doubles as a pen stand or pen holder. The XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro comes with a protective film to help protect your screen and reduce glare while keeping your screen crisp and clear even bright light.
The XP-Pen Artist 22R Pro supports Windows10/8/7, Mac OS X10.10 and higher. Compatible with popular digital art software such as Adobe, Photoshop, Illustrator, SAI, CDR, GIMP, Krita, Medibang, Fire Alpaca, Blender 3D and more. XP-Pen provides a one-year warranty [warranty only valid under the situation that damage is not caused by man-made] and lifetime technical support for all our pen tablets/displays. [Warm Reminder: Artist22R Pro drawing pen display must be used with a computer] .
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro drawing tablet with screen for beginners
A suitable Cintiq 13HD alternative in terms of size, the XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro has 1920 by 1080 screen resolution , The screen comes with an IPS display with 72% NTSC Color Space .
it has 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity and is compatible with both Windows and Mac. Now coming to the details, the product has a ±60 tilt support from the pen. The best part of all is that the pen is completely battery-free so you do not have to worry at all about charging it.
What makes it special is the fully laminated screen . They have reduced the space between the glass and the screen reducing parallax and making drawing much more accurate in the process.
The Artist 12 Pro includes a sleek Red Dial interface to make your workflow as smooth as possible. 8 fully customizable shortcut keys Letting you capture and express your ideas faster and more easily .
There is a matte screen protector that comes with this tablet monitor, which is ideal for artists who prefer a natural, paper-like feel. It also reduces glare. As an artist who likes to work in a variety of places with different lighting, I would appreciate this feature.
Up to 10% Off XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro drawing tablet with 22 inch display
If you’re looking for an alternative to the 22-inch Cintiq, the Artist 22 Pro or Artist 22E Pro is worth looking at and has a 1920 by 1080 screen that shows over a billion colors , the screen covers 78~ 82 percent of RGB gamut in Adobe. .
The Viewing Angles: This is an IPS monitor, meaning it offers rich colors and accuracy with various viewing angles. You will only see a little color degradation with extreme angles viewed from the side.
Lots of Extras: The Artist 22 comes with a fair amount of extra items. This includes an extra stylus, cleaning cloth and brush, an adapter for Mac, a screen protector, and various types of cables.
Programmable Stylus Buttons: Like the Cintiq, this option has programmable pen buttons to increase the efficiency of your work flow.
the difference between Artist 22 Pro and Artist 22E Pro is the 22E Pro tablet has 16 customisable shortcut keys.
Up to 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Portable Drawing Tablet Monitor
For an alternative to the 16-inch Cintiq tablet, there’s the Artist 15.6 by XP-Pen. This tablet monitor is 15.6 inches with an glass screen. This feature plus 1920 by 1080 screen resolution give you a clear image even in less-than-ideal lighting.
The Artist 15.6 supports a 75% Adobe RGB color gamut and can display up to 16.7 million colors.
Light Stylus: The stylus that come with this tablet is light and easy to hold. Since I’m used to working with pencil, this is the type of tablet pen I’d prefer.
Pressure Control: The pressure control on the Artist 15.6 is smooth and gives good feedback. With 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, this makes it very as good to Wacom in terms of quality.
Suitable for Left-Handed Users: You may move the display connectors to the left side of the tablet monitor for a better working experience if you’re left handed.
Up to 20% Off XP-Pen Artist 12 Entry-Level Drawing Monitor Holiday version
The XP-Pen Artist 12 features a 11.6 inch Full HD IPS LCD with 72% NTSC color gamut which allows the display to light up 16.7 millions color even more vividly.
8192 levels Pressure Sensitivity, Control line thickness, color and transparency conveniently provide the value for money experience an artist expects from a drawing tablet. Moreover, the XP-Pen Artist 12 is ultra thin and light so that you can carry it anywhere easily.
I love how it feels to draw on this the lines were really smooth and it just felt really natural. I also was impressed with the little details in the build quality it feels really solid and the button layout and slider along the side are great.
Really good price and really great pen. I was pleasantly surprised by the Artist 12 Pro . It’s one of the better 12" pen displays out there. It does everything really well. A really well drawing device. The only real drawback for me is I prefer a less glossy screen but the pen feels so good it trumps everything else.
In the package, along with the device, you will get a screen protector, 1 pen, 8 replacement nibs, 1 USB cable and other necessary cables. All in all, the XP-Pen Artist 12 is a complete package of features and is also one of the best tablets for artists, designers, architects, and students who are expecting a good value for their money.
Up to 20% Off XP-Pen Note Plus digital notebook smart notepad
If you are looking for an easier way to digitise your notes, the XP-Pen Note Plus doesn’t lock you in to buying expensive paper. And while the Note Plus needs to be charged, it is a regular micro USB connection rather than proprietary cradles, and the pen itself feels and acts just like a regular ballpoint.
It also works as a way to digitise your child’s drawings, once they use the Slate as the backing for their artwork.
If you have a lot on your mind that you want to pen to paper, the XP-Pen Note Plus can be your new best... Works great for taking notes naturally with a pen and convert it to digital...
XP-Pen Note Plus smartpad gives everyone from students to office workers the ability to seamlessly switch back and forth between handwritten note-taking and typing into a device, making notes potentially more effective and personal.
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Deco Pro Medium and 25% Off Small Version professional drawing tablets
XP-Pen’s Deco Pro Tablet is one of the most ergonomic graphic tablets available. It’s larger than most of the tablets in this list which come with 11x 6 inches (large) or 9 x 5 inches (small) . but is accuracy is something to be desired. You can create astonishing outputs in such precision that you will never imagine to be possible.
Its work area has a resolution of 5080 lpi and its pen has a standard 8,192 pressure levels and tilt recognition . If you are into drawing website mascots, illustrations for infographics or creating web-based elements, this is a great choice.
Meet the groundbreaking double wheel design paired with trackpad functionality! crafted with an aluminum casing and features a 7mm thin curved casing. As such a professional designed tablet, Deco Pro has been awarded as the 2019 Red Dot Design Award Winner and the 2018 Good Design Award Winner!
The XP-Pen Deco Pro Series is compatible with Windows® 7/8/10, Mac OS X® 10.10 and above, Android 6.0 and above and works with most major creative software including Photoshop, SAI, Painter, Illustrator, Clip Studio, GIMP, Medibang, Krita, Fire Alpaca, Blender 3D and more.
Up to 30% Off XP-Pen Deco 03 Wireless affordable drawing tablet
The Deco 03 Creative Pen Tablet from XP-Pen is a flexible graphical tablet that can be used to digitize your work . It features a 10 x 5.62 inch drawing area .
The Deco 03 is a standard drawing tablet that connects to your system via USB or wireless module .
It has 6 customizable ExpressKeys and a roller wheel to assist you with your workflow, and comes with the battery-free stylus P05 , which has 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity.
Up to 15% Off XP-Pen Deco 02 best computer art pad
This large tablet (10 by 5.63 inches) is a tool in graphic design and illustration that offers great precision. And while it allows you to create outputs that you will be proud of, it helps your hand reduce the risk of strain, allowing you to extend the longevity of working.
The Deco 02 tablet that comes with a ring or roller wheel to set with the last shortcut key and has a lot of built-in functions. This roller wheel will save a lot of time for you because when we artist tend to calibrate sizes of the brush or doing the zoom in and out, this roller wheel comes very handy ( way better than shortcut keys). Also it comes with a sort of lid or cover for the ring made out of rubber, which is nice to the tact and easy to handle.
The pen is a passive pen that won’t need any charge and very ergonomic and light , Its pen comes with 8,192 pressure levels, even this time xp pen put an eraser on the pen...that is cool.
Using this tablet will not only save you space and money but will allow you to take full advantage of your creativity and produce outstanding results.
Up to 25% Off XP-Pen Deco 01 best starter animation drawing tablet
XP-Pen’s Tablet Deco 01 is relatively larger than the Wacom Intuos Pro Medium , but cheaper. Its 10.0 (254 mm) x 6.25 inches (158 mm) by 8mm dimensions take advantage of more space making it easier to draw.
Also, with Deco 01’s 8 programmable HotKeys, it becomes a great choice for designers who would want to make the most out of their money.
It also comes complete with XP-Pen’s powerful digital Pen, featuring 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity and no need charging or battery .
XP-PEN also produces the very similar Deco 01 V2 Version ; the difference is the Deco 01 V2 Version supports up to 60 degrees of tilt function .
We may heard about graphic tablet , but not know much about it. So I would like to share some my opinion about this kind of product.
With the developing of the computer art painting, the graphic tablet comes out. Using the graphic tablet to draw, just like the painter draw with his palette and brushes. When we watch the TV, we can see that lots of lifelike characters. It is draw by the graphic tablet. That are so perfect so that the keyboard or palette can’t comparable with graphics tablet.
The graphic tablet mainly makes for designer, artist, add agencies, as well as vector flash animator. But as a amateur, it is also a good choice for us to use a graphic tablet to draw.
What is a graphic tablet ?
Normally we can call it pen tablet, drawing tablet, pen pad, digital tablet, graphic tablet, and so on. It is a device connects with your computer and then transfers information into the computer. It is combined of a tablet and a pen with sensitivity. It looks like a pen tablet, but it is much different from it. The digital tablet usually makes for designers, artist designers; advertising company and they can use such kind of product to draw, paint and write.
As the keyboard, mouse, the hand-painted plate is a computer input devices. When you draw on the tablet, it will transfer your action into the computer, and then you can see the things you draw. And with the cartographic software such SAI, Photoshop, Adobe image, you can draw any kind of picture you want.
How to choose a proper graphic tablet for yourself?
Now I will show you several concept of the hand-painted plate. Pen sensitivity, Resolution, Report Rate,Active Area, these several concept is very important to a hand-painted plate.
1.Pen sensitivity means when you draw with the pen on the tablet, how it will reflect on the computer. If you push hard, the line will be thick. If you push the pen slight and the line you draw will be slender. Now there are three levels of the pen sensitivity, 1024, 2048, and 8192. The higher, the better.
2.Resolution. There are several common levels of the resolution, 2540, 3048, 4000, and 5080. The resolution means the accuracy of the tablet. When we draw on the tablet and enlarge the canvas to 800%, and then you can see the line is combined of little lattice. If the lattice is smooth and uniform, that means the resolution is high enough. And the picture you draw will looks much more nature and beautiful.
3.Report Rate: the report rate means when you draw on the tablet, how many time does the graphic reflect on the computer. Most time , there are several level to describe the report rate: 100,150、200、230、233 and so on.
4. Active area: The active area means the working area of the tablet. As this parameter, it doesn’t mean the higher the better. If the active area it too big, you will feel very tired too draw on it. And it is easy to get your arm harmed. The size of 5*8 inch or 6*8 inch is good for drawing. And also the most popular size for people who buys a graphic tablet.
XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro affordable drawing tablet monitor
Nowadays more and more people get used to draw with a graphic tablet, and with many kind of cartographic software, their creativity on art are express thoroughly. The advance of the technology makes our life and work become much easier, and also it reflect on the art working. Drawing on a tablet is not just a fashion but a normal in our daily work.And many companies are working on this area to make this kind of product better. Such as Wacom, XP-Pen , Huion.
The best manufacturer is Wacom , it is the leading in this field. And it sets many industry standards for his follower. But also its price is higher compared with many other brands. And there are several other brands I like which are from China. As we all know, china is famous with its productivity. And nowadays, they become much more professional in design.
I like the XP-Pen most, for it active social community activities on the internet, fans who love XP-Pen can get together to share their work and feeling on their page. And also the XP-Pen has produced many really good and not expensive products. Especially the Deco Series & Artist Series attract many people. I think it is really a good choice for those who can’t afford the high price of the Wacom.
I have been using wacom intuos 4 for many years. Wacom may be the best, but not by as much as they used to be; and for the price that they are asking... at some point you have to be looking at the diminishing returns.
I purchase a XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro drawing tablet with screen last week and by far I am really satisfied with this little graphic display tablet. The Artist 12 PRO is an advance version of Artist 12 .
The XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro graphics tablet has the coveted 8192 pressure senstivity, as well as tilt functionality,the stylus is battery-free and wireless . and The Artist 12 Pro’s 11.6 inch completely laminated IPS display enables 178-degree viewing angle with 1920*1080 high resolutions. There is a red color dial interface and 8 hotkeys customizable in the right side that facilitates smooth workflow.
I tend to use my monitor tablet more for better hand-eye tracking. It feels better to me so I do the majority of my work on it. I would never go back to a regular tablet, the Artist 12 Pro is so natural.
Technology Specifications :
Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels, Full HD
Display Colour Gamut: 72% NTSC, 100% sRGB
Resolution: 5080 LPI
Pen Pressure: 8192 levels
Tilt: 60 Degrees
Ports: HDMI/USB
Size: 351.52 x 225.38 x 12.9 mm
Active Area: 256.32 x 144.18 mm
Brightness: 250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio (Typical): 700 : 1
Number of Colors: 16.7 M
Report Rate: ≧200 RPS (Revolutions per Second)
Response Time: 14ms
Hand Input Resolution: 5080 LPI (Lines per Inch)
Viewing Angle:178°
System: Windows 10/8/7 (32/64bit), Mac OS X version 10.10 or later
official site: https://www.xp-pen.com/product/479.html
What’s in the box?
The tablet comes in a white box with a front view image of tablet with a pretty drawing displayed on it.
The things that come in the box:
XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro tablet
XP-Pen PA2 battery-free pen
Pen holder
Combined cable (USB type-C to USB type-A, HDMI, and USB type-A for power)
USB type-A extension cable (for power)
USB power adapter
Outlet adapters for international power outlets
HDMI to Mini-DisplayPort adapter
Pen nib replacements x8
Anti-fouling glove
Screen cleaning cloth
User manual
Warranty policy and warranty card
“Thank you” card
fully laminated Display
The XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro has an active drawing area on tablet of 11.6 inches diagonally, which gives it a full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080.
The display has an impressive gamut of 72 per cent of Adobe NTSC , which is actually same with the Wacom Cintiq 16. However, the colour accuracy is good, but not perfect, so you’ll need to use a colour calibrator to fix it to avoid your artwork’s colours being inaccurate when printed.
The screen is capable of being extremely bright, and brightness can be conveniently adjusted by buttons on the side of the tablet.
The 12 Pro’s screen is laminated and bonded, That’s where they reduce the space between the screen and the glass to increase accuracy and reduce the parallax. The low levels of parallax are very similar to the Cintiq. It’s noticeable, but minor, and you’ll get accustomed to it quickly.
The pre-applied, and replaceable film cover’s anti-glare properties reduce reflections considerably. this is to give your pen more grip and improve control when drawing. Because the 12 doesn’t have etched glass, the tablet surface is slippery, feeling more like a phone screen than paper.
The Artist 12 Pro comes with a free, anti-fowling glove, because the palm will often stick to and smudge a display when drawing.
Battery-free Stylus PA2 support tilt and pressure
This tablet uses the newest XP-Pen PA2 battery-free pen. It has a rubber grip with a plastic top, and has a nice shape with a bulge near the bottom to allow for an easy and comfortable grip on the pen.
The stylus is battery-free and boasts 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, as well as 60 degrees of tilt functionality. Also what I have to say is that the pen sensitivity is really awesome. Feeling that you are using a real pen to draw or write.
I have checked several XP-Pen’s model . They make lots of model, such as Artist 12, Artist 13.3 Pro and Artist 15.6 Pro, Artist 22E Pro and so on. It is really hard to decide. But after I have compared XP-Pen’s graphic tablet, I found that almost all XP-Pen’s tablet is 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity for precise pressure control and the resolution is 5080. It is better than most other brands’graphic tablet at the same price.
Tilt support is another things that has always set Wacom apart until recently. I can confirm that the tilt definitely works but I don’t use it in my work so it’s hard for me to tell how well it works.
I like the feel of the Wacom pen more, but this is still one of the best pens i have used on a Cintiq alternative and for a lot of folks, they just aren’t going to be able to tell the difference.
The stylus comes with a plastic pen holder that houses eight replacement nibs and will definitely keep your stylus safe while travelling, and the holder opens to become a pen stand.
Connection
The XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro has a USB type-C port on it to connect to the combined USB/HDMI/power cable. Also if its connected to laptop. It will take the power from laptop, so we can work remotely without direct power support also.
The 12 Pro’s USB connection cable allows you to both connect the display and draw power with the same cable, you don’t need to attach it to an AC adapter. It can even be run from an external power bank, which adds to its portability.
Install Tablet driver
The XP-Pen tablet driver are extremely easy to install. Just go download the latest version directly from XP-Pen’s site and remove all other tablet drivers you have on your computer before installing it.
Once you’ve installed the driver and plugged in your tablet, the XP-Pen driver icon should appear in the system tray in the bottom right. You can access the tablet settings by clicking on that. The installer will also create a shortcut on your desktop for opening the settings.
8 hotkeys and 1 Red Dial
The Artist 12 Pro has eight built-in shortcut keys positioned down the side of the tablet, alongside the new red dial, which can be programmed to zoom in and out, alter brush sizes, and so on. It works on most of the software so far, but sometime you will find it will be a lot of trouble when you use on some other kind of software, but when I contact to the XP-Pen service center, they response to me quickly and with patience. It makes me feeling so good.
Don’t even forget the foldable tablet stand that you can install on the back of the tab and lift it with just few angle, makes the drawing more comfortable. There are no mounting holes for mounting to a stand or a VESA mount.
Drawing Experience
XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Screen drawing tablet need to be plugged into a computer to function. The software for it measures out how hard your pressing down so it has a weight pressure in it and only reacts to a pen so that way your fingers aren’t moving the mouse when your drawing.
This product is amazing. Colors are even better than my monitor. Easy set up and great definition. I’ve used Wacon intuos tablet for more than 5 years. But I feel more excited for this tablet with display. Works perfectly with photoshop for some photo manipulation and full on digital art. The pen works really good its well balanced and doesn’t need charging. I like that its portable an very light also doesn’t heat.
Thing is it makes you work faster. Or at least that’s how it worked for me. When you’re drawing on a screen-less graphics pad, it might have a different ratio than your monitor and that’s a bit weird when you first try it. So if you draw a circle on the tablet it will never look like a circle on your monitor, but that changes when you have a graphics display. For me, it was nice that it decreased the production time. If you’re doing a lot of work on it, you might feel a difference. I went from drawing 8 hours on a piece to only 2 or so. Of course, that might differ for each individual. With screen is mostly useful for tracing line-art.
Pros:
-Easy setup
-simple software
-Colors are great/ full HD resolution
-Great size for on the go with a laptop
-No pen delay/no pen battery
-THE SHORTCUT KEYS ARE MARVELOUS
-the scroll wheel is awesome
-Uses type C connection
-pressure is a advertised
-comes with a tablet stand and glove
-extra pen tips/pen case
Cons:
-Some issues with the specific drawing apps
Conclusion
A Standard Tablet can totally get the job done - but if you are a hardcore illustrator/modeler, you love sketching in notebooks, painting etc, and you’ve got the money I’d recommend a XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro. Where you put the pen is where you draw - there’s no learning curve, there’s no disconnect, the screen real estate is fantastic , plenty of buttons and Red Dial to customize shortcuts, etc. it’s amazing.
Attracting design makes me love it at first sign. I think this is most important thing for a product. It is not attractive at first sign, it is hard for people to choose it. We all love beautiful things, right. So the outward appearance is very important.
I can’t say that XP-Pen is perfect and they can replace wacom. While for this competitive price and good service, it is a good choice for people who would like to buy a drawing tablet with no much cash. Just as the daily use and dress, someone can easily afford the best things without hesitation. But I think also part of people would think twice and carefully make a decision. And the XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro is an amazing entry-level screen drawing tablet and is super fluid and has no lag at this low price. You deserve it.
I bought the $250 on the XP-Pen official store , here is the link . You can check it for more information.
https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-12-pro.html
With the developing of the computer art painting, the graphic tablet comes out. Using the graphic tablet to draw, just like the painter draw with his palette and brushes. When we watch the TV, we can see that lots of lifelike characters. It is draw by the graphic tablet. That are so perfect so that the keyboard or palette can’t comparable with graphics tablet.
The graphic tablet mainly makes for designer, artist, add agencies, as well as vector flash animator. But as a amateur, it is also a good choice for us to use a graphic tablet to draw.
What is a graphic tablet ?
Normally we can call it pen tablet, drawing tablet, pen pad, digital tablet, graphic tablet, and so on. It is a device connects with your computer and then transfers information into the computer. It is combined of a tablet and a pen with sensitivity. It looks like a pen tablet, but it is much different from it. The digital tablet usually makes for designers, artist designers; advertising company and they can use such kind of product to draw, paint and write.
As the keyboard, mouse, the hand-painted plate is a computer input devices. When you draw on the tablet, it will transfer your action into the computer, and then you can see the things you draw. And with the cartographic software such SAI, Photoshop, Adobe image, you can draw any kind of picture you want.
How to choose a proper graphic tablet for yourself?
Now I will show you several concept of the hand-painted plate. Pen sensitivity, Resolution, Report Rate,Active Area, these several concept is very important to a hand-painted plate.
1.Pen sensitivity means when you draw with the pen on the tablet, how it will reflect on the computer. If you push hard, the line will be thick. If you push the pen slight and the line you draw will be slender. Now there are three levels of the pen sensitivity, 1024, 2048, and 8192. The higher, the better.
2.Resolution. There are several common levels of the resolution, 2540, 3048, 4000, and 5080. The resolution means the accuracy of the tablet. When we draw on the tablet and enlarge the canvas to 800%, and then you can see the line is combined of little lattice. If the lattice is smooth and uniform, that means the resolution is high enough. And the picture you draw will looks much more nature and beautiful.
3.Report Rate: the report rate means when you draw on the tablet, how many time does the graphic reflect on the computer. Most time , there are several level to describe the report rate: 100,150、200、230、233 and so on.
4. Active area: The active area means the working area of the tablet. As this parameter, it doesn’t mean the higher the better. If the active area it too big, you will feel very tired too draw on it. And it is easy to get your arm harmed. The size of 5*8 inch or 6*8 inch is good for drawing. And also the most popular size for people who buys a graphic tablet.
XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro affordable drawing tablet monitor
Nowadays more and more people get used to draw with a graphic tablet, and with many kind of cartographic software, their creativity on art are express thoroughly. The advance of the technology makes our life and work become much easier, and also it reflect on the art working. Drawing on a tablet is not just a fashion but a normal in our daily work.And many companies are working on this area to make this kind of product better. Such as Wacom, XP-Pen , Huion.
The best manufacturer is Wacom , it is the leading in this field. And it sets many industry standards for his follower. But also its price is higher compared with many other brands. And there are several other brands I like which are from China. As we all know, china is famous with its productivity. And nowadays, they become much more professional in design.
I like the XP-Pen most, for it active social community activities on the internet, fans who love XP-Pen can get together to share their work and feeling on their page. And also the XP-Pen has produced many really good and not expensive products. Especially the Deco Series & Artist Series attract many people. I think it is really a good choice for those who can’t afford the high price of the Wacom.
I have been using wacom intuos 4 for many years. Wacom may be the best, but not by as much as they used to be; and for the price that they are asking... at some point you have to be looking at the diminishing returns.
I purchase a XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro drawing tablet with screen last week and by far I am really satisfied with this little graphic display tablet. The Artist 12 PRO is an advance version of Artist 12 .
The XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro graphics tablet has the coveted 8192 pressure senstivity, as well as tilt functionality,the stylus is battery-free and wireless . and The Artist 12 Pro’s 11.6 inch completely laminated IPS display enables 178-degree viewing angle with 1920*1080 high resolutions. There is a red color dial interface and 8 hotkeys customizable in the right side that facilitates smooth workflow.
I tend to use my monitor tablet more for better hand-eye tracking. It feels better to me so I do the majority of my work on it. I would never go back to a regular tablet, the Artist 12 Pro is so natural.
Technology Specifications :
Display Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels, Full HD
Display Colour Gamut: 72% NTSC, 100% sRGB
Resolution: 5080 LPI
Pen Pressure: 8192 levels
Tilt: 60 Degrees
Ports: HDMI/USB
Size: 351.52 x 225.38 x 12.9 mm
Active Area: 256.32 x 144.18 mm
Brightness: 250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio (Typical): 700 : 1
Number of Colors: 16.7 M
Report Rate: ≧200 RPS (Revolutions per Second)
Response Time: 14ms
Hand Input Resolution: 5080 LPI (Lines per Inch)
Viewing Angle:178°
System: Windows 10/8/7 (32/64bit), Mac OS X version 10.10 or later
official site: https://www.xp-pen.com/product/479.html
What’s in the box?
The tablet comes in a white box with a front view image of tablet with a pretty drawing displayed on it.
The things that come in the box:
XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro tablet
XP-Pen PA2 battery-free pen
Pen holder
Combined cable (USB type-C to USB type-A, HDMI, and USB type-A for power)
USB type-A extension cable (for power)
USB power adapter
Outlet adapters for international power outlets
HDMI to Mini-DisplayPort adapter
Pen nib replacements x8
Anti-fouling glove
Screen cleaning cloth
User manual
Warranty policy and warranty card
“Thank you” card
fully laminated Display
The XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro has an active drawing area on tablet of 11.6 inches diagonally, which gives it a full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080.
The display has an impressive gamut of 72 per cent of Adobe NTSC , which is actually same with the Wacom Cintiq 16. However, the colour accuracy is good, but not perfect, so you’ll need to use a colour calibrator to fix it to avoid your artwork’s colours being inaccurate when printed.
The screen is capable of being extremely bright, and brightness can be conveniently adjusted by buttons on the side of the tablet.
The 12 Pro’s screen is laminated and bonded, That’s where they reduce the space between the screen and the glass to increase accuracy and reduce the parallax. The low levels of parallax are very similar to the Cintiq. It’s noticeable, but minor, and you’ll get accustomed to it quickly.
The pre-applied, and replaceable film cover’s anti-glare properties reduce reflections considerably. this is to give your pen more grip and improve control when drawing. Because the 12 doesn’t have etched glass, the tablet surface is slippery, feeling more like a phone screen than paper.
The Artist 12 Pro comes with a free, anti-fowling glove, because the palm will often stick to and smudge a display when drawing.
Battery-free Stylus PA2 support tilt and pressure
This tablet uses the newest XP-Pen PA2 battery-free pen. It has a rubber grip with a plastic top, and has a nice shape with a bulge near the bottom to allow for an easy and comfortable grip on the pen.
The stylus is battery-free and boasts 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, as well as 60 degrees of tilt functionality. Also what I have to say is that the pen sensitivity is really awesome. Feeling that you are using a real pen to draw or write.
I have checked several XP-Pen’s model . They make lots of model, such as Artist 12, Artist 13.3 Pro and Artist 15.6 Pro, Artist 22E Pro and so on. It is really hard to decide. But after I have compared XP-Pen’s graphic tablet, I found that almost all XP-Pen’s tablet is 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity for precise pressure control and the resolution is 5080. It is better than most other brands’graphic tablet at the same price.
Tilt support is another things that has always set Wacom apart until recently. I can confirm that the tilt definitely works but I don’t use it in my work so it’s hard for me to tell how well it works.
I like the feel of the Wacom pen more, but this is still one of the best pens i have used on a Cintiq alternative and for a lot of folks, they just aren’t going to be able to tell the difference.
The stylus comes with a plastic pen holder that houses eight replacement nibs and will definitely keep your stylus safe while travelling, and the holder opens to become a pen stand.
Connection
The XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro has a USB type-C port on it to connect to the combined USB/HDMI/power cable. Also if its connected to laptop. It will take the power from laptop, so we can work remotely without direct power support also.
The 12 Pro’s USB connection cable allows you to both connect the display and draw power with the same cable, you don’t need to attach it to an AC adapter. It can even be run from an external power bank, which adds to its portability.
Install Tablet driver
The XP-Pen tablet driver are extremely easy to install. Just go download the latest version directly from XP-Pen’s site and remove all other tablet drivers you have on your computer before installing it.
Once you’ve installed the driver and plugged in your tablet, the XP-Pen driver icon should appear in the system tray in the bottom right. You can access the tablet settings by clicking on that. The installer will also create a shortcut on your desktop for opening the settings.
8 hotkeys and 1 Red Dial
The Artist 12 Pro has eight built-in shortcut keys positioned down the side of the tablet, alongside the new red dial, which can be programmed to zoom in and out, alter brush sizes, and so on. It works on most of the software so far, but sometime you will find it will be a lot of trouble when you use on some other kind of software, but when I contact to the XP-Pen service center, they response to me quickly and with patience. It makes me feeling so good.
Don’t even forget the foldable tablet stand that you can install on the back of the tab and lift it with just few angle, makes the drawing more comfortable. There are no mounting holes for mounting to a stand or a VESA mount.
Drawing Experience
XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Screen drawing tablet need to be plugged into a computer to function. The software for it measures out how hard your pressing down so it has a weight pressure in it and only reacts to a pen so that way your fingers aren’t moving the mouse when your drawing.
This product is amazing. Colors are even better than my monitor. Easy set up and great definition. I’ve used Wacon intuos tablet for more than 5 years. But I feel more excited for this tablet with display. Works perfectly with photoshop for some photo manipulation and full on digital art. The pen works really good its well balanced and doesn’t need charging. I like that its portable an very light also doesn’t heat.
Thing is it makes you work faster. Or at least that’s how it worked for me. When you’re drawing on a screen-less graphics pad, it might have a different ratio than your monitor and that’s a bit weird when you first try it. So if you draw a circle on the tablet it will never look like a circle on your monitor, but that changes when you have a graphics display. For me, it was nice that it decreased the production time. If you’re doing a lot of work on it, you might feel a difference. I went from drawing 8 hours on a piece to only 2 or so. Of course, that might differ for each individual. With screen is mostly useful for tracing line-art.
Pros:
-Easy setup
-simple software
-Colors are great/ full HD resolution
-Great size for on the go with a laptop
-No pen delay/no pen battery
-THE SHORTCUT KEYS ARE MARVELOUS
-the scroll wheel is awesome
-Uses type C connection
-pressure is a advertised
-comes with a tablet stand and glove
-extra pen tips/pen case
Cons:
-Some issues with the specific drawing apps
Conclusion
A Standard Tablet can totally get the job done - but if you are a hardcore illustrator/modeler, you love sketching in notebooks, painting etc, and you’ve got the money I’d recommend a XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro. Where you put the pen is where you draw - there’s no learning curve, there’s no disconnect, the screen real estate is fantastic , plenty of buttons and Red Dial to customize shortcuts, etc. it’s amazing.
Attracting design makes me love it at first sign. I think this is most important thing for a product. It is not attractive at first sign, it is hard for people to choose it. We all love beautiful things, right. So the outward appearance is very important.
I can’t say that XP-Pen is perfect and they can replace wacom. While for this competitive price and good service, it is a good choice for people who would like to buy a drawing tablet with no much cash. Just as the daily use and dress, someone can easily afford the best things without hesitation. But I think also part of people would think twice and carefully make a decision. And the XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro is an amazing entry-level screen drawing tablet and is super fluid and has no lag at this low price. You deserve it.
I bought the $250 on the XP-Pen official store , here is the link . You can check it for more information.
https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-12-pro.html
I’ve been using an Intuos (using a Pro M now) for around six years, It was a model that didn’t have a display screen. and I’ve been using the iPad Pro+pencil combination for a little over a year. I do 2d digital art semi-professionally, mostly involving linework/comics. The software I use (Clip Studio Paint) is available both on Windows and IOS.
The best thing about a pen display is drawing directly on the screen. It’s easier to be accurate and you don’t have to develop the hand-eye coordination of looking at a screen vs where your hand is. Besides that, there’s basically no difference, as long as you have a good monitor.
Wacom is expensive and they can justify their prices by having market dominance in the drawing tablet and monitor industry, but other brands have released products that work just as good for a lot less.
Wacom is the industry standard, so you pay a premium for a premium product that all the professionals use. But after reading and watching reviews of the other tablet brands, I decided to buy XP-PEN Artist 13.3 Pro because it was my first drawing monitor purchase and it was only a little over $300. Other than its small screen, I really have nothing bad to say about it and I enjoy drawing on it.
I’ve had the XP-PEN Artist13.3 Pro since August and I absolutely love it. The display is big and beautiful and there’s no lag. The screen feels great to draw on. Not exactly "like paper" as some have said, but it definitely feels nice. Nice glide but with just enough resistance to feel like an authentic drawing experience.
It’s super good, every version gets amazingly better, it’s also very large, great for animating and painting for 1/3rd the price of a Cintiq.
First Impressions
The product arrived on time.The packaging was pretty impressive .
The box was very well, I loved the packaging it has a beautiful and very firm and strong box so in case you are shipping it far away rest assure the package is well protected.
The overall build quality is solid. Edges are all rounded off. It actually looks quite good.
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro is one of the most affordable Cintiq alternatives out there, price-wise. It’s really a good choice if you’re cash-strapped, as long as you don’t mind drawing on a smaller screen.
Specifications:
Product dimensions: 39 x 25 x 1.4cm
Active area: 29.3 x 16.5cm
Screen: 13.3 inches with 1920 x 1080 resolution
Panel type: IPS
Colors: 16.7 million
Input: USB-C
Graphic ports supported: HDMI, miniDisplay
Pen does not require battery
Stand: Included
Visual Angle:178°
Pressure sensitivity: 8,192 levels + 60° tilt
Display Color Gamut: 88% NTSC , Adobe® RGB≧91%，sRGB≧123%
Artist 13.3 Pro official site : https://www.xp-pen.com/product/464.html
Package Contents :
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro tablet
HDMI/Power/USB all-in-one cable
USB extension cable
HDMI to miniDisplay adapter
Pen and stand
8 replacement nibs
Wall charger and various international plugs
Manual, warranty card, cleaning cloth and glove
The packaging box features a very simple clean design. With this box, you lift up the cover to reveal the pen display and all the things included.
The fully-laminated Screen
When you first open up the box, the screen has a protector film over it which has to be peel off to reveal the matte screen protector. It’s a nice texture to draw on.
On XP-Pen Artist13.3’s screen there’s a screen protector that adds texture to the screen. The purpose for this texture is to add friction while you draw, and to hopefully make it similar to drawing on paper. also it can reduces glare and also protects the glass in the long run from scratches.
Calibration on the tablet is decent and does stray a bit towards the edges, but not so bad to ruin the drawing experience. I recommend calibrating the tablet before you draw if you are moving the tablet around.
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro comes with a 13.3-inch screen, which provides you with a decent drawing area (the active drawing area is 293.76 X 165.24 mm). the tablet used an IPS panel so colour reproduction is quite decent. Some one will think this is small draw area, but you could get used to it if this is your first pen display, or if you want a portable one to take with you on the go.
This 13.3 inch pen display supports a 1920 x 1080 resolution. For a screen this size, which isn’t too big, everything appears sharp.
The colors are on point with 120% sRGB color space support in XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro , The viewing angles in this display are really good and you would notice no color shift or rainbow effect when looking off the axis. The display of tablet is sufficiently bright and you can easily use them in bright indoor environments.
XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro comes with a fully-laminated display. It results in better image quality with more vibrant colors.
In older displays ( artist 13.3 V2 ) when you draw on the tablet there is a small gap between where the strokes appear and the point where the stylus is actually touching the display surface. This is called parallax.
This small gap affects the drawing experience and makes you feel disconnected from what you are drawing.
One of the biggest advantages of laminated displays is that – they reduce parallax and the strokes appear exactly where you draw them on the screen.
The stylus support pressure and tilt
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro comes with a passive pen. The pen supports 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and ±60° of tilt support . It does not use battery so it does not need to be charged.it has two side buttons but no eraser.
The front end of the stylus is made of rubbery silicone material that helps with a comfortable grip. The Stylus has the maximum width near the pen tip which slowly tapers off towards the back.
Weight distribution and balance are also optimized for better drawing performance and more control over the stylus. The pen is tip heavy which feels comfortable while drawing.
The pen comes with a pen holder to store it away while not in use. Inside the pen holder, you can find 8 replacement nibs.
Replacing the pen nib is something you ought to do when the current nib become pointy.
Anyone can learn to add tilt into their work space though and it can become another modifier when drawing. For instance maybe you want pressure to adjust opacity not size, and you want tilt to adjust size not opacity. This would be like how a real pencil works. Pressing harder doesn’t make a pencil line bigger it just makes it darker. But tilting the pencil does make the line wider.
People who like to do digital painting may also find tilt useful as the hairs of a brush can be simulated in programs like Corel Painter where the shape of the digital brush changes with angle just like a real paint brush which can be spread out when pushed into the canvas, or thin lines if gently brushed, or thick lines if tilted.
I am an airbrush and pencil/charcoal person in real life and especially when doing digital airbrushing the tilt is important because many of the most basic airbrush strokes, dagger lines, etc all depend on the distance from the surface and the angle and direction the needle is pointing. I could never reproduce my airbrush techniques digitally until tilt and rotation was added. I use my Artist 13.3 Pro when I need those effects.
XP-Pen is a popular brand and they have a lot of experience with making graphics tablets and it shows in their products.
The stylus performs good, totally on par with what you would expect from a premium tablet. The strokes are accurate with no signs of pen jitter or wavy lines. There are no issues of inconsistency or ghost strokes appearing. These pens have well-calibrated and smooth pressure curves with no weird pressure bump issues.
8 Hot Keys and 1 red Multipurpose Dial
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro comes with 8 hot keys. Out of which 7 buttons can be used for the shortcut . You could customize these keys to do all sorts of the shortcuts you do on your art program. For example, you could set one of the keys to switch to the selection tool(assuming you use it a lot), while having another one to activate a certain filter. The possibilities are high.
Buttons of the tablet is easy to press and have a satisfying click to it. the buttons are marked with raised dots to easily identify them without looking.
Multipurpose shortcut buttons are great as they allow you to perform multiple shortcuts with a single button.
the Artist 13.3 Pro has a freely rotating dial as their multi-shortcut button. It also has the same shortcuts like changing the size of brush and erasers, pan, zoom, and scroll. You can switch between these modes with the help of the mode switcher button. The roller makes a clicking sound after every 15° of rotation which adds a nice touch.
How to connect the tablet to the computer
The XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro is not standalone device and need to be connected to a computer.
The tablet comes with a hybrid 3 in 1 cable. The cable has a USB Type-C connector at one end and an HDMI port, Full-size USB and a power connector at the other end.
For connecting your tablet to the computer, first, you need to connect the single USB Type-C cable to the tablet. Next, connect the HDMI and Full-size USB cable to your computer and the power cable to the Power adapter. After that install, the driver and you are ready to go.
Some of the newer generations of laptops do not have an HDMI and full-size USB port. In that case, you can get a USB hub . It has all the ports you need for connecting your tablet.
The Driver and tablet settings
A driver is a software that helps the computer to understand pen and tablet data. The instructions for installing and setting up the drivers & controls were on the xp-pen official website and super clear .
Before you get to install the driver, it’s important you remember to uninstall any graphics tablet driver on your computer, either from Wacom or another manufacturer.
With the driver, you can change the pressure sensitivity, assign functions to the side and physical shortcut buttons and switch to left-handed mode if you want to. Some of the other settings include adjusting the color, contrast, brightness of the tablet and creating application-specific shortcuts.
It is very easy to install and I love the way everything looks and feels. I use both photoshop, paint sai, and clip studio and this tablet works great for all of those programs.
Drawing performance
Most of the functions such as sketch, paint, design and edit can be executed directly from the tablet screen, work naturally and intuitively.
There’s this inconsistency or the challenge of maintaining a consistently smooth line when drawing curves. When you’re testing for it, it’s going to show up, but when actually drawing with it, it’s not that big of an issue. Out of all the apps, Clip Studio Paint works perfectly without any of the wobble or stroke issues.
Enjoy Every Detail Artist13.3 pro driver can support 4K displays, allowing you enjoy every sharp detail and every soft line. The newest brightness adjustable buttons help you to find the most suitable lightness, offering you an comfortable drawing experience.
If you’re using Windows, the performance of the pen is better than on Mac. You get nicer looking lines.
Pros
- Good build quality and design
- Pen does not require battery
- 8 shortcut buttons are useful
- Smooth lines, no wonkiness at all!
- The lighting and color display matched my monitor
- No brightness issues
- All the shortcuts worked well
- The 13” screen is nice and there was no display compression , Screen has decent colour accuracy and viewing angles
- Pressure worked well and coloring my art was nice with the slant you can do with the pen
- Price is very competitive on this size , Great for art hobbyists!
Cons
- Matte screen protecter affects sharpness of the screen
- the bezels are huge!
Neutral
- The bigger sized models of these are probably better if you’re an artist so you can have more space to work with.
- If you use a small laptop, you may not have enough usb slots for all the cables you need to hook up for the tablet so this works better on a bigger laptop/desktop.
- Of course, you need to configure your pen settings and stability settings for your satisfaction with the tablet output.
Summary
It’s a great little drawing tablet! Full support for Windows 10, I definitely recommend this tablet to artists who cannot afford the Wacom price.
For anyone that wants one of those fancy Wacom Cintiqs but can’t afford one, this tablet might be a great alternative!
Warm Reminder: the drawing tablet could draw power from USB port, as that could mean the ability to use it on the go more easily than other pen displays.
XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro comes with a very basic tablet stand which is made of plastic. It has a single adjustable angle of 20 degrees.
If you want to buy this XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro graphic tablet monitor , check out the link blow
Official store : https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-13-pro.html
The best thing about a pen display is drawing directly on the screen. It’s easier to be accurate and you don’t have to develop the hand-eye coordination of looking at a screen vs where your hand is. Besides that, there’s basically no difference, as long as you have a good monitor.
Wacom is expensive and they can justify their prices by having market dominance in the drawing tablet and monitor industry, but other brands have released products that work just as good for a lot less.
Wacom is the industry standard, so you pay a premium for a premium product that all the professionals use. But after reading and watching reviews of the other tablet brands, I decided to buy XP-PEN Artist 13.3 Pro because it was my first drawing monitor purchase and it was only a little over $300. Other than its small screen, I really have nothing bad to say about it and I enjoy drawing on it.
I’ve had the XP-PEN Artist13.3 Pro since August and I absolutely love it. The display is big and beautiful and there’s no lag. The screen feels great to draw on. Not exactly "like paper" as some have said, but it definitely feels nice. Nice glide but with just enough resistance to feel like an authentic drawing experience.
It’s super good, every version gets amazingly better, it’s also very large, great for animating and painting for 1/3rd the price of a Cintiq.
First Impressions
The product arrived on time.The packaging was pretty impressive .
The box was very well, I loved the packaging it has a beautiful and very firm and strong box so in case you are shipping it far away rest assure the package is well protected.
The overall build quality is solid. Edges are all rounded off. It actually looks quite good.
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro is one of the most affordable Cintiq alternatives out there, price-wise. It’s really a good choice if you’re cash-strapped, as long as you don’t mind drawing on a smaller screen.
Specifications:
Product dimensions: 39 x 25 x 1.4cm
Active area: 29.3 x 16.5cm
Screen: 13.3 inches with 1920 x 1080 resolution
Panel type: IPS
Colors: 16.7 million
Input: USB-C
Graphic ports supported: HDMI, miniDisplay
Pen does not require battery
Stand: Included
Visual Angle:178°
Pressure sensitivity: 8,192 levels + 60° tilt
Display Color Gamut: 88% NTSC , Adobe® RGB≧91%，sRGB≧123%
Artist 13.3 Pro official site : https://www.xp-pen.com/product/464.html
Package Contents :
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro tablet
HDMI/Power/USB all-in-one cable
USB extension cable
HDMI to miniDisplay adapter
Pen and stand
8 replacement nibs
Wall charger and various international plugs
Manual, warranty card, cleaning cloth and glove
The packaging box features a very simple clean design. With this box, you lift up the cover to reveal the pen display and all the things included.
The fully-laminated Screen
When you first open up the box, the screen has a protector film over it which has to be peel off to reveal the matte screen protector. It’s a nice texture to draw on.
On XP-Pen Artist13.3’s screen there’s a screen protector that adds texture to the screen. The purpose for this texture is to add friction while you draw, and to hopefully make it similar to drawing on paper. also it can reduces glare and also protects the glass in the long run from scratches.
Calibration on the tablet is decent and does stray a bit towards the edges, but not so bad to ruin the drawing experience. I recommend calibrating the tablet before you draw if you are moving the tablet around.
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro comes with a 13.3-inch screen, which provides you with a decent drawing area (the active drawing area is 293.76 X 165.24 mm). the tablet used an IPS panel so colour reproduction is quite decent. Some one will think this is small draw area, but you could get used to it if this is your first pen display, or if you want a portable one to take with you on the go.
This 13.3 inch pen display supports a 1920 x 1080 resolution. For a screen this size, which isn’t too big, everything appears sharp.
The colors are on point with 120% sRGB color space support in XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro , The viewing angles in this display are really good and you would notice no color shift or rainbow effect when looking off the axis. The display of tablet is sufficiently bright and you can easily use them in bright indoor environments.
XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro comes with a fully-laminated display. It results in better image quality with more vibrant colors.
In older displays ( artist 13.3 V2 ) when you draw on the tablet there is a small gap between where the strokes appear and the point where the stylus is actually touching the display surface. This is called parallax.
This small gap affects the drawing experience and makes you feel disconnected from what you are drawing.
One of the biggest advantages of laminated displays is that – they reduce parallax and the strokes appear exactly where you draw them on the screen.
The stylus support pressure and tilt
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro comes with a passive pen. The pen supports 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and ±60° of tilt support . It does not use battery so it does not need to be charged.it has two side buttons but no eraser.
The front end of the stylus is made of rubbery silicone material that helps with a comfortable grip. The Stylus has the maximum width near the pen tip which slowly tapers off towards the back.
Weight distribution and balance are also optimized for better drawing performance and more control over the stylus. The pen is tip heavy which feels comfortable while drawing.
The pen comes with a pen holder to store it away while not in use. Inside the pen holder, you can find 8 replacement nibs.
Replacing the pen nib is something you ought to do when the current nib become pointy.
Anyone can learn to add tilt into their work space though and it can become another modifier when drawing. For instance maybe you want pressure to adjust opacity not size, and you want tilt to adjust size not opacity. This would be like how a real pencil works. Pressing harder doesn’t make a pencil line bigger it just makes it darker. But tilting the pencil does make the line wider.
People who like to do digital painting may also find tilt useful as the hairs of a brush can be simulated in programs like Corel Painter where the shape of the digital brush changes with angle just like a real paint brush which can be spread out when pushed into the canvas, or thin lines if gently brushed, or thick lines if tilted.
I am an airbrush and pencil/charcoal person in real life and especially when doing digital airbrushing the tilt is important because many of the most basic airbrush strokes, dagger lines, etc all depend on the distance from the surface and the angle and direction the needle is pointing. I could never reproduce my airbrush techniques digitally until tilt and rotation was added. I use my Artist 13.3 Pro when I need those effects.
XP-Pen is a popular brand and they have a lot of experience with making graphics tablets and it shows in their products.
The stylus performs good, totally on par with what you would expect from a premium tablet. The strokes are accurate with no signs of pen jitter or wavy lines. There are no issues of inconsistency or ghost strokes appearing. These pens have well-calibrated and smooth pressure curves with no weird pressure bump issues.
8 Hot Keys and 1 red Multipurpose Dial
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro comes with 8 hot keys. Out of which 7 buttons can be used for the shortcut . You could customize these keys to do all sorts of the shortcuts you do on your art program. For example, you could set one of the keys to switch to the selection tool(assuming you use it a lot), while having another one to activate a certain filter. The possibilities are high.
Buttons of the tablet is easy to press and have a satisfying click to it. the buttons are marked with raised dots to easily identify them without looking.
Multipurpose shortcut buttons are great as they allow you to perform multiple shortcuts with a single button.
the Artist 13.3 Pro has a freely rotating dial as their multi-shortcut button. It also has the same shortcuts like changing the size of brush and erasers, pan, zoom, and scroll. You can switch between these modes with the help of the mode switcher button. The roller makes a clicking sound after every 15° of rotation which adds a nice touch.
How to connect the tablet to the computer
The XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro is not standalone device and need to be connected to a computer.
The tablet comes with a hybrid 3 in 1 cable. The cable has a USB Type-C connector at one end and an HDMI port, Full-size USB and a power connector at the other end.
For connecting your tablet to the computer, first, you need to connect the single USB Type-C cable to the tablet. Next, connect the HDMI and Full-size USB cable to your computer and the power cable to the Power adapter. After that install, the driver and you are ready to go.
Some of the newer generations of laptops do not have an HDMI and full-size USB port. In that case, you can get a USB hub . It has all the ports you need for connecting your tablet.
The Driver and tablet settings
A driver is a software that helps the computer to understand pen and tablet data. The instructions for installing and setting up the drivers & controls were on the xp-pen official website and super clear .
Before you get to install the driver, it’s important you remember to uninstall any graphics tablet driver on your computer, either from Wacom or another manufacturer.
With the driver, you can change the pressure sensitivity, assign functions to the side and physical shortcut buttons and switch to left-handed mode if you want to. Some of the other settings include adjusting the color, contrast, brightness of the tablet and creating application-specific shortcuts.
It is very easy to install and I love the way everything looks and feels. I use both photoshop, paint sai, and clip studio and this tablet works great for all of those programs.
Drawing performance
Most of the functions such as sketch, paint, design and edit can be executed directly from the tablet screen, work naturally and intuitively.
There’s this inconsistency or the challenge of maintaining a consistently smooth line when drawing curves. When you’re testing for it, it’s going to show up, but when actually drawing with it, it’s not that big of an issue. Out of all the apps, Clip Studio Paint works perfectly without any of the wobble or stroke issues.
Enjoy Every Detail Artist13.3 pro driver can support 4K displays, allowing you enjoy every sharp detail and every soft line. The newest brightness adjustable buttons help you to find the most suitable lightness, offering you an comfortable drawing experience.
If you’re using Windows, the performance of the pen is better than on Mac. You get nicer looking lines.
Pros
- Good build quality and design
- Pen does not require battery
- 8 shortcut buttons are useful
- Smooth lines, no wonkiness at all!
- The lighting and color display matched my monitor
- No brightness issues
- All the shortcuts worked well
- The 13” screen is nice and there was no display compression , Screen has decent colour accuracy and viewing angles
- Pressure worked well and coloring my art was nice with the slant you can do with the pen
- Price is very competitive on this size , Great for art hobbyists!
Cons
- Matte screen protecter affects sharpness of the screen
- the bezels are huge!
Neutral
- The bigger sized models of these are probably better if you’re an artist so you can have more space to work with.
- If you use a small laptop, you may not have enough usb slots for all the cables you need to hook up for the tablet so this works better on a bigger laptop/desktop.
- Of course, you need to configure your pen settings and stability settings for your satisfaction with the tablet output.
Summary
It’s a great little drawing tablet! Full support for Windows 10, I definitely recommend this tablet to artists who cannot afford the Wacom price.
For anyone that wants one of those fancy Wacom Cintiqs but can’t afford one, this tablet might be a great alternative!
Warm Reminder: the drawing tablet could draw power from USB port, as that could mean the ability to use it on the go more easily than other pen displays.
XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro comes with a very basic tablet stand which is made of plastic. It has a single adjustable angle of 20 degrees.
If you want to buy this XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro graphic tablet monitor , check out the link blow
Official store : https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-13-pro.html
Digital Art Tablet XP-Pen celebrate 14th anniversary with great Deals Coupons Discount Sale
2019年8月20日 ゲームIf you’re a graphic designer, illustrator, or digital artist you’ll know that a drawing tablet can boost your creativity and streamline your workflow.
Their ability to turn hand drawings into accurate digital representations is enough to tempt beginners and seasoned professionals away from traditional pencil and paper, and as the trend grows so do the number of options for drawing tablets available on the market.
If you have ever use a drawing tablet , you should know XP-Pen brand , XP-Pen is one of the most popular brands in drawing tablets Market . While XP-Pen Graphics tablets consistently rank alongside the best drawing tablets in terms of quality and functionality, they also tend to be available at fantastically competitive prices. This makes them a great option for ambitious creatives working to tight budgets .
About XP-Pen
XP-Pen is founded in Japan in 2005, it specializes in graphics tablets, pen display monitors, light pads, stylus pens and digital graphical products. In 2008 they established an office in Taiwan. In 2013, XP-Pen Technology Co. was founded in the United States. In 2015 they opened their office in Shenzhen, China.
XP-Pen is a professional and reliable supplier of graphics tablets, pen display monitors, stylus pens and more digital graphical products. They strive to enable young artists to realize their full digital potential by pushing the limits of tablet technology.
More details you can visit their official site > https://www.xp-pen.com
XP-Pen Anniversary Sale
To celebrate the company’s 14th anniversary, XP-Pen is running a huge sales event on a wide lineup of Graphics Tablets and Drawing Monitors .
XP-Pen Anniversary Sale 2019 dates are August 16 to September 15. you can get Big Savings for Huge Selection . Anyone who buys any product from XP-Pen will have a chance to win a pixiv Premium Account (valued at $16) for free for 3 months. also you can get free creative software Artrage Lite or Artrage 5 , openCanvas , learn more you can visit XP-Pen 14th Anniversary activity Page - https://www.storexppen.com/topic/14.html .
As part of its anniversary celebration, XP-Pen offers up to $100 discount on select drawing tablets. This includes popular machines like the XP-Pen Deco 01 , XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro , and XPPEN’s newest Artist 12 Pro Tablet Monitor .
Save with amazing Deals and Free Shipping when you buy now online. Get best deals when you shop on XP-Pen official store . this Anniversary Sale activity is Globally , just select your country or region from the top of the page .
If you see a XP-Pen tablet you like at a price to suit your budget, be sure to pick it up quickly. The best XP-Pen deals are selling out quickly, especially because graphics tablets discounts are some of the most hotly anticipated deals.
Latest XP-Pen Anniversary Sale deals Products
30% off XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Graphic monitor
Tilt Function Battery-free Stylus - Comes with 8192 levels of pen pressure, battery-free pen provides a more accurate and natural drawing experience; Plus with ±60 degrees of natural tilt recognition, you will have much more fun when drawing. （An plastic stand is included）.
8 Press Keys and 1 Red Roller Wheel - With 13.3 Inches IPS screen, not only save your time but also enhance your productivity.
120% sRGB Color Gamut - Comes with more than 200 PPS Report Rate, you can have better performance and quicker response when working on the pen display; The drawing monitor cannot only provide users with a wider field of view, but also offering richer colors and more natural transition.
Full-laminated Anti-glare Glass - Thanks to the full-laminated screen technology, the stroke you drew is accurate and natural, and almost without offset; Besides, the screen surface is covered with anti-glare glass, effectively reducing the "glare" effect and providing better protection for your eyesight.
Compatibility - XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro is compatible with Windows 7 or later and Mac OS 10.10 or later; It is also compatible with mainstream software like Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio, Paint Tool Sai and more; XP-Pen provides one year warranty.
20% off XP-Pen Artist15.6 Pro Drawing Tablet With Screen
A more affordable pen Display with XP-Pen advanced technology, 8,192 pressure levels and tilt recognition.
It’s amazing precision and reduced Parallax ( Because of the full-laminated screen technology ) provide the most natural drawing experience .
XP-Pen’s 15.6” 1920x1080 HD display provides you with clarity to see every detail of your work.
See your creations in vibrant color on the Artist 15.6 Pro’s HD display (16.7 million colors Bit, 88 percentage NTSC ). Work as long as you’d like with the battery free pen that charges off the screen while you create .
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro features 8 fully customizable shortcut keys and 1 innovative Red Dial , puts more customization options at your fingertips, and allows you to optimize your workflow to capture and express your ideas faster and more easily .
Connect to your computer with the convenient 3 in 1 (HDMI) connection cable and get into the perfect position with foldable legs that let you adjust how you want to work. Brightness 250 cd/m2 .
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro come with a colorable mascot gift worth for $59.99
The Artist 13.3 Pro Pen Display from XP-Pen is designed for casual artists and professionals alike who want a medium-sized drawing tablet.
Measuring 13.3", its display has a 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution for clear details as well as an anti-glare coating with reduced parallax to help minimize distractions and replicate a pen-to-paper-like feel. Specs-wise, its display has a 250 cd/m² brightness rating, a 1000:1 static contrast ratio, wide 178° viewing angles, and support for up to 16.7 million colors with 88% NTSC color coverage.
Apart from the tablet, the Artist 13.3 Pro comes with a battery-free stylus , 8192 pressure levels sensitivity. Furthermore, there’s virtually no lag or batteries and recharging required. With tilt support, you’ll be able to draw naturally as you would with a pencil or brush.
Aside from the Stylus , a set of accessories are included such as a pen holder, replacement nibs, and a nib removal tool. For a more comfortable drawing experience, the Artist 13.3 Pro come with foldable built-in Stand.
For additional features and functionality, you can use 8 ExpressKey and 1 red dial to help boost your productivity.
20% off XP-Pen Artist15.6 best Budget Screen Drawing Tablet
The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Drawing Tablet monitor features the P05 Stylus which uses Electro Magnetic Resonance technology to draw the power it needs from the tablet so it does not require a battery.
Features 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and a low activation force, enabling it to detect even very light pen strokes.
Full 1920 x 1080 HD display , 16.7 million colors and 75% Adobe RGB .
11mm thin design, 3 in 1 cable, and a new brightness adjustment button.
6 express keys available to be customized according to your own needs.
Compatible with Most Operating Systems and Applications
Adobe suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom), Autodesk Sketchbook, Paint Tool SAI, ArtRage, Krita, Artweaver, Rebelle, Clip Studio Paint., Corel suite (Painter, Draw, Paintshop Pro),
17% off XP-Pen Artist 16 Pro display drawing tablet
15.6 inch 1920x1080 resolution IPS 16:9 Display with 178° degree of visual angle .
It is made with a 92% Adobe RGB color gamut, which is obviously necessary for high-quality animation and photographic retouching. Plus,
Battery-free stylus technology provides 8192 levels of instant pen pressure sensitivity.
8 fully customizable express keys create a highly ergonomic and convenient work platform.
Enjoy the high quality glass design , allow users to sketch, paint, design and edit photos directly from the drawing tablet screen.
Find a perfect and comfortable position with the adjustable stand by dragging the switch to create your work.
20% off XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro Graphic Tablet Monitor
The XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro is the upgraded version of the Artist 22E , including a large amount of programmable express keys on both sides .
21.5 inch Full HD screen with 1920x1080 resolution, color gamut 78%~82% Adobe RGB , full viewing angle of 178 degrees .
8 programmable Express Keys per side. More ease of use and comfort, faster workflow with easy access to frequently used shortcuts.
P02S digital pen with 8192 pressure levels, rechargeable, no tilt sensitivity .
5080 LPI and 233 PPS report rate (good figures to avoid broken lines and delays while drawing) .
Adjustable multi-position stand, allows inclination of the screen from 20 to 80 degrees .
10% off XP-Pen Artist 22 Pro Pen Display Tablet
The XP-Pen Artist 22 Pro is a professional level 21.5 inch Full HD graphics tablet. It is part of XPPEN’s high-end range and it is designed to meet the most demanding expectations.
21.5-inch Full HD screen (1920 x 1080 pixels). The screen surface is huge, it’s like drawing directly on a computer screen.
P02S rechargeable digital stylus with 8192 pressure levels (it gets recharged with a USB cable)
It features a multi-position stand that allows you to tilting the screen .
This is a high quality graphics tablet with screen for drawing, graphic design, 3D or any other creative endeavour.
5% off XP-Pen Artist 12 portablet Drawing Monitor
11.6 inch, Full HD drawing monitor with 1920x1080 resolution, colour gamut 72% NTSC, 178 degree full viewing angle.
5080 LPI and 233 PPS report rate (a good figure to avoid broken lines and delays while drawing) .
New P06 battery-free stylus, completely battery-free, 8192 pressure levels but without tilt function support. has 2 express keys on the digital stylus.
6 programmable shortcut keys and a touch bar (useful for zooming and moving around the work area), on the left side (good for left-handed use simply by turning the tablet around) .
Good value for money. A very good set of specs for a very decent price, makes this tablet the top of the list when it comes to quality-price ratio.
20% off XP-Pen Deco Pro Android Digital Drawing Tablet
New pen technology supports 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, tilt-response and virtually lag-free tracking.
Large size is a super-slim tablet design with a more larger active area than previous models (11” x 6” Medium or 9" x 5" Small ) .
XP-Pen Deco Pro graphic tablet features 8 Customizable Express Keys and double wheel design .
System Requirements: USB port, Windows® 7 or later (64bit). Mac OS 10.10 or later,
Internet connection to download driver and Software.
20% off XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 Android Graphic Tablet Support Tilt function
Every stroke you draw on the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 tablet can be precisely and originally recorded by pen and tablet and immediately display on your computer screen. 10" x 6.25" large working area .
8 Customizable Express Keys set individual shortcut way to skip tedious typing and clicking time and improve efficiency.
8192 Levels Pressure Sensitivity, ±60 degrees Tilt function support , 5080 LPI Resolution, ≧ 200 PPS Report Rate, providing professional drawing experience.
OS Compatibility: Compatible with Android 6.0 , Windows 7/8/8.1/10 and Mac OS 10.8.0 or above.
Works with major programs like Adobe Photoshop, SAI, Illustrator, Clip Studio, Krita, CorelPainter, Manga Studio and more.
20% off XP-Pen Deco 01 Animation Tablet
The XP-Pen Deco 01 Graphic Drawing Tablet features a large 10 x 6.25-inch work area.
Features a 5080 lines per inch (LPI) drawing resolution, a 266 RPS report rate, and 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity.
Eight user assignable Express Keys on the left side of the drawing area.
The Express Keys can be assigned to input specific keystroke combinations, launch applications, open web pages, send email, or to emulate a specific mouse function (e.g., left-click of the stylus ).
10% off XP-Pen Deco 02 Digital Art Tablet
The XP-Pen Deco 02 Graphics Drawing Tablet features a large 10 x 5.63 inch drawing area. Portable design is only 9mm thick .
Features six express keys and 1 sleek newly designed silver roller for a variety of software functions.
Includes the ability to adjust the pressure sensitivity, up to 8192 level. battery-free stylus Does not require charging.
The XP-Pen Deco 02 USB Graphics Tablet is compatible with most applications including Corel Painter, CorelDraw, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, 3D MAX, Autodesk MAYA, and more.
20% off XP-Pen Deco 03 Wireless graphic tablet
This might be a great choice for your powerful drawing tablet. It’s very portable, big , lightweight and full of great features.
Sufficient Compact Working Area - The large working surface of 10×5.62 inches provides users with larger space to draw, bringing users a more enjoyable working experience of the digital tablet.
Battery-free digital stylus with 8192 pressure sensitivity levels, no need for batteries and it doesn’t need to be recharged. Report rate of 266 RPS, even higher than other high-end drawing tablet .
8 User-defined Shortcuts and 1 red roller wheel - The drawing tablet is convenient to set up your favorite shortcuts according to your own needs.
20% off XP-Pen Star 06 Wireless painting Tablet
large Work Area : a fair amount of drawing space, 10 x 6 inches. This drawing tablet is thin (only 10 mm) and light enough so you can carry it around your workspace.
Battery-free pen with 8192 level pressure sensitivity,Responsive and no need to charge , allowing for constant uninterrupted using.
1 Touch ring & 6 customized express Keys: touch ring make your working easily for zoom in & out, and Undo/redo etc.The 6 express keys can be customized according to your usage habits.
Wireless connectivity gives you an amazing cable-free work experience making for a tidier desktop environment at work.
Compatible with Mac and Windows. Compatible with drawing softwares such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel painter, Comic studio, Manga Studio ,Clip Studio etc.
10% off XP-Pen Star 05 Wireless Graphic Tablet
The Star05 features both wired and wireless USB capability: Simply plug the included USB receiver into your computer to draw wirelessly using the ISM 2.4G and FHSS, or connect to your computer with the included USB cable for standard wired use.
Built-in lithium battery charges quickly and conveniently during wired use.
2.5 hours provides a full charge that lasts up to 14 hours.
Battery-free stylus with 2048 pressure levels does not require charging.
Six touch-sensitive shortcut keys allow quick access to most commonly used functions.
8” x 5” working area provides ample room to draw and paint comfortably.
Compatible with Windows 10/8/7/Vista and Mac 10.7 or above operating systems.
Works with most currently available drawing software, such as Photoshop, Paint tool Sai, Clip Studio Paint, etc.
20% off XP-Pen Star 03 affordable Drawing Tablet
The XP-Pen Star 03 Tablet is one of the most affordable larger sized ( 10 x 6 inches ) tablets and one that is ideal for people who are just starting to use these types of devices.
Whether you are looking for an alternative to a mouse pointing device or you are interested in digital painting, drawing, or editing, this may be the right tablet for you. it is well within the price range of most consumers.
8 programmable shortcut keys, on one side, suitable for both left-handed and right-handed use, by turning the tablet around.
when it comes to sensitivity, the 8192 levels of pen pressure mean that you will be able to achieve precision every time.
Their ability to turn hand drawings into accurate digital representations is enough to tempt beginners and seasoned professionals away from traditional pencil and paper, and as the trend grows so do the number of options for drawing tablets available on the market.
If you have ever use a drawing tablet , you should know XP-Pen brand , XP-Pen is one of the most popular brands in drawing tablets Market . While XP-Pen Graphics tablets consistently rank alongside the best drawing tablets in terms of quality and functionality, they also tend to be available at fantastically competitive prices. This makes them a great option for ambitious creatives working to tight budgets .
About XP-Pen
XP-Pen is founded in Japan in 2005, it specializes in graphics tablets, pen display monitors, light pads, stylus pens and digital graphical products. In 2008 they established an office in Taiwan. In 2013, XP-Pen Technology Co. was founded in the United States. In 2015 they opened their office in Shenzhen, China.
XP-Pen is a professional and reliable supplier of graphics tablets, pen display monitors, stylus pens and more digital graphical products. They strive to enable young artists to realize their full digital potential by pushing the limits of tablet technology.
More details you can visit their official site > https://www.xp-pen.com
XP-Pen Anniversary Sale
To celebrate the company’s 14th anniversary, XP-Pen is running a huge sales event on a wide lineup of Graphics Tablets and Drawing Monitors .
XP-Pen Anniversary Sale 2019 dates are August 16 to September 15. you can get Big Savings for Huge Selection . Anyone who buys any product from XP-Pen will have a chance to win a pixiv Premium Account (valued at $16) for free for 3 months. also you can get free creative software Artrage Lite or Artrage 5 , openCanvas , learn more you can visit XP-Pen 14th Anniversary activity Page - https://www.storexppen.com/topic/14.html .
As part of its anniversary celebration, XP-Pen offers up to $100 discount on select drawing tablets. This includes popular machines like the XP-Pen Deco 01 , XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro , and XPPEN’s newest Artist 12 Pro Tablet Monitor .
Save with amazing Deals and Free Shipping when you buy now online. Get best deals when you shop on XP-Pen official store . this Anniversary Sale activity is Globally , just select your country or region from the top of the page .
If you see a XP-Pen tablet you like at a price to suit your budget, be sure to pick it up quickly. The best XP-Pen deals are selling out quickly, especially because graphics tablets discounts are some of the most hotly anticipated deals.
Latest XP-Pen Anniversary Sale deals Products
30% off XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro Graphic monitor
Tilt Function Battery-free Stylus - Comes with 8192 levels of pen pressure, battery-free pen provides a more accurate and natural drawing experience; Plus with ±60 degrees of natural tilt recognition, you will have much more fun when drawing. （An plastic stand is included）.
8 Press Keys and 1 Red Roller Wheel - With 13.3 Inches IPS screen, not only save your time but also enhance your productivity.
120% sRGB Color Gamut - Comes with more than 200 PPS Report Rate, you can have better performance and quicker response when working on the pen display; The drawing monitor cannot only provide users with a wider field of view, but also offering richer colors and more natural transition.
Full-laminated Anti-glare Glass - Thanks to the full-laminated screen technology, the stroke you drew is accurate and natural, and almost without offset; Besides, the screen surface is covered with anti-glare glass, effectively reducing the "glare" effect and providing better protection for your eyesight.
Compatibility - XP-Pen Artist 12 Pro is compatible with Windows 7 or later and Mac OS 10.10 or later; It is also compatible with mainstream software like Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio, Paint Tool Sai and more; XP-Pen provides one year warranty.
20% off XP-Pen Artist15.6 Pro Drawing Tablet With Screen
A more affordable pen Display with XP-Pen advanced technology, 8,192 pressure levels and tilt recognition.
It’s amazing precision and reduced Parallax ( Because of the full-laminated screen technology ) provide the most natural drawing experience .
XP-Pen’s 15.6” 1920x1080 HD display provides you with clarity to see every detail of your work.
See your creations in vibrant color on the Artist 15.6 Pro’s HD display (16.7 million colors Bit, 88 percentage NTSC ). Work as long as you’d like with the battery free pen that charges off the screen while you create .
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro features 8 fully customizable shortcut keys and 1 innovative Red Dial , puts more customization options at your fingertips, and allows you to optimize your workflow to capture and express your ideas faster and more easily .
Connect to your computer with the convenient 3 in 1 (HDMI) connection cable and get into the perfect position with foldable legs that let you adjust how you want to work. Brightness 250 cd/m2 .
XP-Pen Artist13.3 Pro come with a colorable mascot gift worth for $59.99
The Artist 13.3 Pro Pen Display from XP-Pen is designed for casual artists and professionals alike who want a medium-sized drawing tablet.
Measuring 13.3", its display has a 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution for clear details as well as an anti-glare coating with reduced parallax to help minimize distractions and replicate a pen-to-paper-like feel. Specs-wise, its display has a 250 cd/m² brightness rating, a 1000:1 static contrast ratio, wide 178° viewing angles, and support for up to 16.7 million colors with 88% NTSC color coverage.
Apart from the tablet, the Artist 13.3 Pro comes with a battery-free stylus , 8192 pressure levels sensitivity. Furthermore, there’s virtually no lag or batteries and recharging required. With tilt support, you’ll be able to draw naturally as you would with a pencil or brush.
Aside from the Stylus , a set of accessories are included such as a pen holder, replacement nibs, and a nib removal tool. For a more comfortable drawing experience, the Artist 13.3 Pro come with foldable built-in Stand.
For additional features and functionality, you can use 8 ExpressKey and 1 red dial to help boost your productivity.
20% off XP-Pen Artist15.6 best Budget Screen Drawing Tablet
The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Drawing Tablet monitor features the P05 Stylus which uses Electro Magnetic Resonance technology to draw the power it needs from the tablet so it does not require a battery.
Features 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and a low activation force, enabling it to detect even very light pen strokes.
Full 1920 x 1080 HD display , 16.7 million colors and 75% Adobe RGB .
11mm thin design, 3 in 1 cable, and a new brightness adjustment button.
6 express keys available to be customized according to your own needs.
Compatible with Most Operating Systems and Applications
Adobe suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom), Autodesk Sketchbook, Paint Tool SAI, ArtRage, Krita, Artweaver, Rebelle, Clip Studio Paint., Corel suite (Painter, Draw, Paintshop Pro),
17% off XP-Pen Artist 16 Pro display drawing tablet
15.6 inch 1920x1080 resolution IPS 16:9 Display with 178° degree of visual angle .
It is made with a 92% Adobe RGB color gamut, which is obviously necessary for high-quality animation and photographic retouching. Plus,
Battery-free stylus technology provides 8192 levels of instant pen pressure sensitivity.
8 fully customizable express keys create a highly ergonomic and convenient work platform.
Enjoy the high quality glass design , allow users to sketch, paint, design and edit photos directly from the drawing tablet screen.
Find a perfect and comfortable position with the adjustable stand by dragging the switch to create your work.
20% off XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro Graphic Tablet Monitor
The XP-Pen Artist 22E Pro is the upgraded version of the Artist 22E , including a large amount of programmable express keys on both sides .
21.5 inch Full HD screen with 1920x1080 resolution, color gamut 78%~82% Adobe RGB , full viewing angle of 178 degrees .
8 programmable Express Keys per side. More ease of use and comfort, faster workflow with easy access to frequently used shortcuts.
P02S digital pen with 8192 pressure levels, rechargeable, no tilt sensitivity .
5080 LPI and 233 PPS report rate (good figures to avoid broken lines and delays while drawing) .
Adjustable multi-position stand, allows inclination of the screen from 20 to 80 degrees .
10% off XP-Pen Artist 22 Pro Pen Display Tablet
The XP-Pen Artist 22 Pro is a professional level 21.5 inch Full HD graphics tablet. It is part of XPPEN’s high-end range and it is designed to meet the most demanding expectations.
21.5-inch Full HD screen (1920 x 1080 pixels). The screen surface is huge, it’s like drawing directly on a computer screen.
P02S rechargeable digital stylus with 8192 pressure levels (it gets recharged with a USB cable)
It features a multi-position stand that allows you to tilting the screen .
This is a high quality graphics tablet with screen for drawing, graphic design, 3D or any other creative endeavour.
5% off XP-Pen Artist 12 portablet Drawing Monitor
11.6 inch, Full HD drawing monitor with 1920x1080 resolution, colour gamut 72% NTSC, 178 degree full viewing angle.
5080 LPI and 233 PPS report rate (a good figure to avoid broken lines and delays while drawing) .
New P06 battery-free stylus, completely battery-free, 8192 pressure levels but without tilt function support. has 2 express keys on the digital stylus.
6 programmable shortcut keys and a touch bar (useful for zooming and moving around the work area), on the left side (good for left-handed use simply by turning the tablet around) .
Good value for money. A very good set of specs for a very decent price, makes this tablet the top of the list when it comes to quality-price ratio.
20% off XP-Pen Deco Pro Android Digital Drawing Tablet
New pen technology supports 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, tilt-response and virtually lag-free tracking.
Large size is a super-slim tablet design with a more larger active area than previous models (11” x 6” Medium or 9" x 5" Small ) .
XP-Pen Deco Pro graphic tablet features 8 Customizable Express Keys and double wheel design .
System Requirements: USB port, Windows® 7 or later (64bit). Mac OS 10.10 or later,
Internet connection to download driver and Software.
20% off XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 Android Graphic Tablet Support Tilt function
Every stroke you draw on the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 tablet can be precisely and originally recorded by pen and tablet and immediately display on your computer screen. 10" x 6.25" large working area .
8 Customizable Express Keys set individual shortcut way to skip tedious typing and clicking time and improve efficiency.
8192 Levels Pressure Sensitivity, ±60 degrees Tilt function support , 5080 LPI Resolution, ≧ 200 PPS Report Rate, providing professional drawing experience.
OS Compatibility: Compatible with Android 6.0 , Windows 7/8/8.1/10 and Mac OS 10.8.0 or above.
Works with major programs like Adobe Photoshop, SAI, Illustrator, Clip Studio, Krita, CorelPainter, Manga Studio and more.
20% off XP-Pen Deco 01 Animation Tablet
The XP-Pen Deco 01 Graphic Drawing Tablet features a large 10 x 6.25-inch work area.
Features a 5080 lines per inch (LPI) drawing resolution, a 266 RPS report rate, and 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity.
Eight user assignable Express Keys on the left side of the drawing area.
The Express Keys can be assigned to input specific keystroke combinations, launch applications, open web pages, send email, or to emulate a specific mouse function (e.g., left-click of the stylus ).
10% off XP-Pen Deco 02 Digital Art Tablet
The XP-Pen Deco 02 Graphics Drawing Tablet features a large 10 x 5.63 inch drawing area. Portable design is only 9mm thick .
Features six express keys and 1 sleek newly designed silver roller for a variety of software functions.
Includes the ability to adjust the pressure sensitivity, up to 8192 level. battery-free stylus Does not require charging.
The XP-Pen Deco 02 USB Graphics Tablet is compatible with most applications including Corel Painter, CorelDraw, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, 3D MAX, Autodesk MAYA, and more.
20% off XP-Pen Deco 03 Wireless graphic tablet
This might be a great choice for your powerful drawing tablet. It’s very portable, big , lightweight and full of great features.
Sufficient Compact Working Area - The large working surface of 10×5.62 inches provides users with larger space to draw, bringing users a more enjoyable working experience of the digital tablet.
Battery-free digital stylus with 8192 pressure sensitivity levels, no need for batteries and it doesn’t need to be recharged. Report rate of 266 RPS, even higher than other high-end drawing tablet .
8 User-defined Shortcuts and 1 red roller wheel - The drawing tablet is convenient to set up your favorite shortcuts according to your own needs.
20% off XP-Pen Star 06 Wireless painting Tablet
large Work Area : a fair amount of drawing space, 10 x 6 inches. This drawing tablet is thin (only 10 mm) and light enough so you can carry it around your workspace.
Battery-free pen with 8192 level pressure sensitivity,Responsive and no need to charge , allowing for constant uninterrupted using.
1 Touch ring & 6 customized express Keys: touch ring make your working easily for zoom in & out, and Undo/redo etc.The 6 express keys can be customized according to your usage habits.
Wireless connectivity gives you an amazing cable-free work experience making for a tidier desktop environment at work.
Compatible with Mac and Windows. Compatible with drawing softwares such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel painter, Comic studio, Manga Studio ,Clip Studio etc.
10% off XP-Pen Star 05 Wireless Graphic Tablet
The Star05 features both wired and wireless USB capability: Simply plug the included USB receiver into your computer to draw wirelessly using the ISM 2.4G and FHSS, or connect to your computer with the included USB cable for standard wired use.
Built-in lithium battery charges quickly and conveniently during wired use.
2.5 hours provides a full charge that lasts up to 14 hours.
Battery-free stylus with 2048 pressure levels does not require charging.
Six touch-sensitive shortcut keys allow quick access to most commonly used functions.
8” x 5” working area provides ample room to draw and paint comfortably.
Compatible with Windows 10/8/7/Vista and Mac 10.7 or above operating systems.
Works with most currently available drawing software, such as Photoshop, Paint tool Sai, Clip Studio Paint, etc.
20% off XP-Pen Star 03 affordable Drawing Tablet
The XP-Pen Star 03 Tablet is one of the most affordable larger sized ( 10 x 6 inches ) tablets and one that is ideal for people who are just starting to use these types of devices.
Whether you are looking for an alternative to a mouse pointing device or you are interested in digital painting, drawing, or editing, this may be the right tablet for you. it is well within the price range of most consumers.
8 programmable shortcut keys, on one side, suitable for both left-handed and right-handed use, by turning the tablet around.
when it comes to sensitivity, the 8192 levels of pen pressure mean that you will be able to achieve precision every time.
Best Amazon Prime Day 2019 XP-Pen Graphics Drawing Tablets Deals Discounts for Designers and Artists
2019年7月15日 ゲームAmazon Prime Day 2019 officially kicks off on July 15th - July 16th, there will have some great deals.
Digital designers and artists on the look out for a discount pen display or drawing tablet are in luck: these XP-Pen Amazon Prime Day 2019 deals slash up to 15% off the popular XP-Pen graphic drawing tablets.your will get all the best deals on xp-pen brand graphics tablet, Screen Drawing Tablets , and more during the biggest retail event of 2019 so far.
If you’re not familiar with XP-Pen, this professional graphics tablet company has been developing pro drawing products since 2005. The company offers a decent budget alternative to more expensive Wacom options. learn more you can visit xp-pen official site - https://www.xp-pen.com .
Amazon Prime Day 2019: Fast facts
When does Prime Day start? Really, the answer is right now, even though the official start date and time is tomorrow, Monday, July 15 at 3am EDT (midnight PDT). We have a bunch of price drops updating live in our deals list below.
When does Prime Day end? Tuesday, July 16 at 3am EDT (midnight PDT). It’s two full days – 48 hours long.
Amazing XP-Pen pen display & drawing tablet discounts
XP-Pen will be cutting 15% off several of its popular graphics tablets, drawing monitors including the Wacom Cintiq 16-rivaling Artist 15.6 Pro .
The newest pen display tablet XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro will be $340 on Prime Day. Regular price: $399.99 (official store) .
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Retail events like Prime Day and Black Friday usually guarantee good deals if you can wait. You might want to upgrade your outdated tech and splash out on a drawing tablet . With these discounts, there’s no better time to pick up an XP-Pen device.
Pen Tablet and drawing monitors can be sizeable investments, so we’ve created this roundup to help you make the right decision and get the best deal possible during Amazon Prime Day. you will get it after 2~3 days after you purchase .
XP-Pen official store product deals list during Prime Day:
Cheap XP-PEN StarG640S Android Graphic Drawing Tablet
Android Phones and Tablets Supported-Star G640S Android support connect to Andriod Mobile devices(Mobile phone or tablets) that run Android 6.0 or above operating system with using the included OTG connector. iPhone and iPad do not support.
High-pressure sensitivity-The drawing pen tablet features 6 x 3.75 inches working area that fully-utilizes our 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity. Experience even finer-tuned precision and razor-sharp accuracy right at your fingertips. The Phone working area is mapping to the full working space on the tablet.
Features 6 round customizable express keys! Housed right at your fingertips for quick access to customize and optimize your workflow. At only 9mm thick, the G640S Android drawing tablet is slim for portability and easy on-the-go use.
Battery-free Passive Pen! P05 Passive Pen is the perfect replacement for the traditional mouse! Our stylus pens require no charging, allowing for endless, uninterrupted drawing and gaming. This tablet is designed for both right and left-hand users. Allowing you to have more fun. Also comes with 20 replacement pen nibs, no worry for lack of pen nibs .
StarG640S Android can be used with Andriod 6.0 or above and Windows 10/8/7 and Mac 10.10 above operating systems and is compatible with most major creative software programs. Cross-compatibility is updated periodically through our driver updates. XP-Pen provides one-year warranty and lifetime technical support for all our pen tablets/displays .
Advanced XP-PEN Deco Pro Graphics Drawing Tablet with Tilt Function Double Wheel
XP-PEN Deco Pro, the XP-Pen’s latest tablet release, makes its debut as the 2019 Red Dot Design Award Winner and the 2018 Good Design Award Winner. The Deco Pro Medium features an 11 x 6 inch working area, giving you a bigger canvas for your creations. Made with an aluminum casing and featuring a curved form as thin as 7mm, making it smooth to use and sleek in appearance.
XP-PEN Deco Pro features the new groundbreaking double wheel interface combines a mechanical and virtual wheel that makes it possible to perform multiple actions with one hand, it’s easier and quicker than ever to capture, write, draw, and edit. The roller wheel comes equipped with an indicator light and adjustable brightness level, letting you stay immersed in your creation even in dim light. It also features 8 responsive shortcut keys, giving you instant access to specific functions.
The XP-Pen Deco Pro supports up to 60 degrees of tilt function! Quickly and easily responding to the way your hand naturally moves. Tilt function also delivers smoother and more natural transitions between lines and strokes while also giving you the ability to add shading to your creation. And the newly designed A41 battery-free stylus, no batteries or charging is ever required. There are no clumsy cords for charging and no extra cost for an extra pen.
Deco Pro Medium with up to 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, the Deco Pro provides you precise control and accuracy. Create fine lines in a fluid and incredibly natural experience. Deco Pro comes with a multi-function pen holder to keep your pen and pen nibs safe. You can use it as a pen stand or as a case to keep your pen secure anywhere you go.
Android Phones and Tablets Supported-The XP-Pen Deco Pro Medium is compatible with Windows 7/8/10, Mac OS X 10.10 or above and Android devices 6.0 or above, and works with most major creative software including Photoshop, SAI, Painter, Illustrator, Clip Studio, and more. XP-Pen provides a one-year warranty [warranty only valid under the situation that damage is not caused by man-made] and lifetime technical support for all our pen tablets/displays .
Affordable XP-PEN DECO 03 Wireless Graphic Tablet with 8192 Level Stylus
DECO 03 newly designed drawing tablet with 10*5.62 large drawing area and full screen scratch free protective layer offers grand creation space for natural and smooth digital art creation without leaving any scratch on the surface;
Creative multi-function Red Dial built in for faster operation, utilized the functional dial by rotating for creative design, 6 programmable short cut keys increase the productivity and performance when drawing with DECO 03 graphics tablet;
Wireless drawing tablet release you from limitation of connection cable, enjoy the freedom of movement for digital art creation, the built in rechargeable battery offers hours of working time and easily recharged the tablet by plug in the cable with computer;
8192 level pressure sensitivity pen stylus enables you to draw lines and sketch with brush tool with the pressure you apply to the pen in more precise and accurate way, newly design Pen holder with 8 extra pen nips and increased 266 RPS provides more durable and natural drawing experience;
Ultra thin 8mm body with light weight design, makes it easy to hold and carry in hand, compatible with Windows 10/8/7 Mac OS operating system, suits for creative software such as Photoshop, SAI, Painter, Illustrator, Clip Studio, Zbrush, Krita, Gimp, Sketchbook and more, ideal for professional and beginner designer.
Best budget XP-Pen Deco 01 Graphics Drawing Tablet, Graphic Tablets with 8 Shortcut Keys
LARGE DRAWING SPACE: The XP-PEN Deco 01 is provided with 10 x 6.25 inch working area, so you have more space to create and get work done. Super lightweight panel with compact design and delicate craftsmanship, offers a no delay or no chopping excellent drawing experience.
CUSTOMIZED EXPRESS KEYS: The Deco 01 features 8 customized express keys that saving your time and making your drawing smoother. Designed for both right and left hand user. Remove all limitations and set out to what you want to be.
BRILLIANT & STYLISH APPEARANCE: Drawing tablet with ultra-thin and ergonomically designed. 8mm thickness offers you ultra portability. Lightweight, carry it anywhere without any burden. 4 LED lights in the edge indicate the active drawing area.
8192 LEVEL PRESSURE SENSITIVITY PEN STYLUS: The P03 stylus of graphic tablet comes with 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, making it durable and fit comfortably in your hand and provides you with a more natural and realistic drawing experience. Stylus is no battery, no charging required.
COMPATIBLE WITH MOST OPERATING SYSTEMS & APPLICATIONS: Graphic Tablet DECO 01 is compatible with Windows 10/8/7, Mac OS version 10.8 and above. Also compatible with many major designer software such as Photoshop, SAI, Painter, Illustrator, Clip Studio, and more. Ideal for professional and beginner designer. We offer you One-year warranty service and clock customer service.
XP-PEN Artist12 11.6 Inch FHD Drawing Monitor Pen Display under $200
XP-PEN Artist12 11.6 Inch FHD Drawing Monitor Pen Display Graphic Monitor with PN06 Battry-Free Pen Multi-Function Pen Holder and Glove 8192 Pressure Sensitivity.
XP-PEN’s latest smallest 1920x1080 HD display paired with 72% NTSC Color Gamut, presenting vivid images, vibrant colors and extreme detail for a stunning display of your artwork. Features a slim touch bar that can be programmed to zoom in and out on your canvas, scroll up and down, and more.
Artist12 pen tablet come with 11.6 Inch display area, equipped with 8192-levels of pressure sensitivity and 6 handy shortcut keys, comes with the anti-reflective coating, included with the Multi-function Pen Holder .
XP-PEN advanced P06 passive pen was made for a traditional pencil-like feel! Featuring a unique hexagonal design, non-slip & tack-free flexible glue grip, partial transparent pen tip, and an eraser at the end! Delivering technical sense, high efficiency, with a fashionable and comfortable grip.
Artist12 Pen display is HD IPS display. It’s ideal for drawing, photography, animation, fashion, Sketching, Image editing, 3D sculpting, drawing beginners, Art painting Amateur, architecture design and more.
XP-PEN Artist 12 supports Windows 10/8/7(32/64bit), MAC OS 10.8 and higher. Compatible with popular digital art software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, SAI, CDR, Painter, SketchBook Pro, MediBang, Clip Studio and more.
XP-PEN Artist 15.6 Pro Drawing Display with 120% sRGB color gamut and Tilt Function
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro LCD drawing monitor with breakthrough red dial provides 8 customizable buttons to zoom in and out, scroll up and down, easily design your own shortcuts, allows you to experience a comfortable touch while further optimizing your workflow and improving your productivity;
A more affordable passive stylus technology provides 8192 pressure levels and tilt recognition for the pen display. It’s amazing precision and reduced parallax provide the most natural drawing experience. Artist 15.6 Pro large drawing monitor supports a 60 degree tilt function that can easily and quickly sense the gesture movement of the stylus and mimic the true tilt effect. The passive stylus does not need charging;
Artist15.6-inch drawing monitor IPS Full HD resolution display, 88% NTSC (120% sRGB) wide color gamut, high color reproduction, 178°wide viewing angle. Seamlessly fits the glass and the screen with a full-fit technology to create a zero-parallax, easy-to-use work environment that’s also easy on the eyes. It is designed for both left and right handed users;
The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro drawing display features a slim 11mm profile, and requires only a 3-in-1 cable to connect to your computer and powered by wall plug, making the desktop cleaner. Compatible with Windows 10/8/7, Mac OS version 10.10 or later, and major graphics software such as Photoshop, Painter, Illustrator, Clip Studio, and more.
XP-PEN Artist22E Pro 21.5 Inch HD Pen Display Monitor with 16 Shortcuts
We are committed to providing you with cost-effective products and customer service as the top priority. This is our commitment: one year warranty, lifetime technical support. If you have any questions after purchasing, please feel free to contact us and we will do our best to solve the problem with you.We have been in the painting industry for five years,we have solved the problems you may have with the rich industry experience.
XP-PEN Artist22E Pro pen display functions such as drawing, sketching, painting, design, and editing can now be performed directly on the surface of your monitor. Expand your creativity and work naturally and intuitively. It meets the needs of all types of digital artists at any skill level.
Artist22E Pro drawing display features 1080p resolution with 77%-82% Adobe Color Gamut Coverage(100%SRGB) and an extra-wide 178° viewing angle. Our 4 and 9-point calibration will provide your work unprecedented accuracy and precision. Features 16 customizable Express keys, the driver allows the express keys to be attuned to many different software. Fit for both left and right handed users.
XP-PEN Artist22E Pro graphic drawing tablet provides 8192 levels of instant pen pressure sensitivity, P02S rechargeable pen providing you with groundbreaking control and fluidity to expand your creative output. And the Max Report Rate has increased to 266 RPS, to make lines flow smoother and perform better, working faster and efficiently.
Artist 22E Pro driver can support 4k displays under extend mode. Now you can enjoy every sharp detail. The custom-designed anti-reflective coating reduces glare by 56 percent. Your screen will continue to look clear and beautiful, even if it’s bright out. The sturdy, adjustable, and ergonomically designed stand prevents shaking and sliding, providing a comfortable drawing experience. It can also be attached to a 75x75 mm vesa mount.
XP-PEN Artist22E Pro Supports Windows 7/8/10 and Mac Os x 10.10.x or later. Compatible with popular digital art software such as Adobe Photoshop, Corel Painter, Comic Studio, SAI, Zbrush, Medibang Paint, Toonboom Harmony etc. XP-PEN provides one-year warranty and lifetime technical support for all our pen tablets/displays.
XP-Pen Deco Pro Stylus graphics tablet used with OTG Android tablets for Drawing and note-taking
2019年5月22日 ゲームOne of the most popular brands in drawing tablets, XP-Pen has officially launched its flagship product Deco Pro Small and Deco Pro Medium on 17nd May 2019. These smart tablets captured the market in no time as both the tablets are highly compatible with Android OS, which has never been seen before in the entire tablet industry.
XP-Pen Deco Pro Creative Pen Tablet is an amazing device special made for professional sketchers, drawers and illustrators. The XP-Pen Deco Pro Series graphic tablet is a brand new product that can be connected not only to a PC / laptop but also to an Android phone / tablet to use. Besides, OTG connection is another feature of Deco Pro that will further facilitate drawing outdoors.
The XP-Pen Deco Pro Drawing tablet works with most graphics software like Windows Paint 3D, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Painter, Autodesk Sketchbook, Manga Studio, Clip Studio, Zbrush. It’s also compatible with the Sketckbook ,MediBang Paint , Deco Draw Android Drawing App Since it’s a tablet aimed at those who draw digitally, it has a pretty good variety of hotkeys – 8 of them: undo, change brush size, pan, zoom, erase and many more. Deco Pro offers one Virtual wheel ( touch ring ) and one Mechanic wheel that allows you to zoom in and out, use brushers, and scroll up and down. Double Wheel Design helps a lot to improve your working efficiency and save your time.
Deco Pro is equipped with the battery-free pen, which sets you free from the charging issues. Together with 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity and ±60° tilt support, you can enjoy more accurate and natural strokes, bringing you a more real paper-like drawing experience.
Because the work area of a PC/laptop is different from a phone/tablet, so the work area of the Deco Pro graphic tablet will be different according to the different connection way you choose.
266PPS helps to sense the pen movement agilely, with almost no delay lines. 5080 LPI high pen resolution makes the pen stroke more delicate and natural, which can easily achieve pixel-level painting display. Thanks to these configurations, your working flow is greatly improved.
It is compatible with Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later, and Android 6.0 or later (OTG supported devices).
XP-Pen Deco Pro Creative Pen Tablet Specs
Model: Deco Pro Small / Deco Pro Medium
Application： illustration / animation / graphic design / industry design / image retouching / anime gaming, etc.
Express Keys: 8 Customized Press Keys and Double Wheel
Technology: Battery-Free Electromagnetic Resonance
Active Area: 9 x 5 inch / 11x 6 inch
Resolution: 5080 LPI
Report Rate: 266PPS
Pen Pressure: 8192 Levels
Pen Tilt : 60 Degrees
Reading Height: 10mm
Interface Support: USB-C
OS Support: Windows 7 or later， macOS 10.10 or later Android 6.0 or later
Compliance: CE / FCC / CCC
Dimensions/piece : 350 x 211.8 x 8mm
Color: Black
Official site: https://www.xp-pen.com/product/432.html
I have been professionally retouching photos for 8 years, full time. I have been using a Wacom intuos tablet (non-display) for that long. The hardware is great. I just replaced an indestructible old tablet that didn’t keep up with modern technology. But thanks to that I found myself in the situation of needing a new tablet and I learned about the XP-Pen Deco thanks to various reviews on YouTube.
XP-Pen has established itself as a good drawing tablet manufacturer over the years. It has a good list of options for beginners and professionals alike. I’d like to introduce you to the Deco Pro Medium. their most advanced graphics tablet . Let’s see if it’s worth getting.
Design
The design of the tablet is very eye-catching, The tablet is very lightweight and beautiful, which I really like. The XP-Pen Deco Pro tablet is thinner and lighter than its predecessor, The back and the top of the tablet made of aluminum as it is cold to the touch,This is one of the few screen-less tablets on the market which uses a metal back, so it was most certainly built to last.
XP-Pen Deco Pro is built using premium materials . The result is a pen tablet that feels reassuringly strong but is a mere 7mm thick.
The surface sheet is smooth texture . On one side of the tablet you will find eight customizable express keys and the roller Wheel , offer the perfect amount of custom functionality .
The tablet comes with the latest generation pressure pen, which feels and looks nice; and a housing for the pen which also hides about 10 replacement nibs which is very cool.
The Tablet Itself
The physical machine Deco Pro Android Drawing Tablet is nice and sturdy. It uses a USB-C to connect, and the USB-C cable detaches from the other end, which is useful if you need to transport it so you don’t have to coil the cord around it like some older xp-pen star tablets.
It seemed to work on my Dell PC just fine, I use it on a wired connection, and it seems to pick that up just fine anyway. the active drawing area is adequate yet still compact and portable. the smooth surface will allow the nibs to last longer.
Interaction With The Computer
The port itself is a standard USB type-C port with no tunnel in front of it. The use of USB type-C is really good here as it allows for the user to plug in the L-shaped cable whichever direction they need to, depending on whether they are right or left-handed.
Once you’ve gotten it plugged into your computer you’ll need to spend a bit of time with the drivers to get it to work on your computer. I’m installing it on a Windows 10 desktop. It was extremely easy to setup, download and install drivers from XP-PEN’s website,
The driver is packed with features. You can set sensitivity for pressure. Any of the buttons with any keystroke you want. You can set for different programs so when you’re in that program, the keys automatically start functioning differently depending what software you’re using. It has absolute or relative options and you can set for use with two screens or just one of the two that you have, and on and on. TIP-eliminate all other drivers, restart computer and then install this tablet’s driver otherwise you’ll have glitches.
First up, driver I must say instantly even before any tweaking I could feel just how smooth, and responsive this tablet was, with an unprecedented depth in pressure sensitivity, there is a nice curve editor right in there driver so you can fine tune and find the sweet spot you desire. It took me about 30 seconds to get the feel of a 2b pencil. A left-hand right-hand configuration switch, my self, being left-handed is a must, as well as aspect ratio and drawing field changes. You can also set up the dial, express keys all with user-defined commands.
I then ran the gambit software test, Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, Zbrush, Maya, and Blender. It all registered and performed beautifully across the board. The Express keys and wheel are responsive and have a home key registration so you know where your hand is with out looking. I must same I am very happy with this purchase and believe XP Pen will have a long future with me and my graphical needs I hope to be able to try out one of there Artist Series Pen Displays in the future as soon as I can save up the money to invest in a new one, and review that as well.
The pen support pen tilt and pressure
Another great feature is the pressure-sensitive pen tip, that is designed to recognize 8192 levels of pressure and detect tilt up to 60 degrees. the pen tilt on the Deco Pro is quite smooth. The vast degree of pressure responsiveness in the Pen is something I really appreciated, The pen also has two buttons click on the side that gives users the ability to click, right-click, or double-click.
The pen has a great feel in the hand, and that it doesn’t require batteries or need to be recharged has been a convenience for sure. Sensitivity levels are amazing, though I have found myself decreasing the range to accommodate my own pressure preferences. Its exceptional sensitivity and responsiveness gives me the control I need to take my work to the next level.
The drawing experience!
I prefer the Deco Pro Medium version because it has a better large drawing surface and I can rest my hand on other parts of the tablet when I am working. In addition, there are more express keys and the Double Wheel .
I’m using it mostly for Photoshop and Lighroom and other Drawing or Sketching apps and it’s the perfect size for everything I need a tablet for. The sensitivity/pressure settings are amazing and it really does give a true feel for the pressure applied. I’ve experienced no lag while in the wired setting for work. In fact, for most applications I end up mapping a small area of the tablet to correspond to my full 27 inch monitor screen and it allows me to control my entire screen without moving my hand.
The Double wheel is responsive and a really distinct aspect of the table, it really gives it personality. The fully customizable buttons on the side are one of my favorite features of this tablet. I’ve set it to work in conjunction with my Photoshop key shortcuts, and it makes my life so much easier when editing photos, digitally painting and doing any touchups on any application.
I really like that it came with a drawing glove, I have never used one and now I see that it can really help to keep your tablet clean. The surface of the Deco Pro really likes to get dirty with fingerprints, so the glove helps it look pristine. Not to mention, this comes with a pen stand, and the pen stand optimizes storage space so well with a selection of different pen nibs inside the stand.
Conclusion
Highly recommended for anyone looking to get started in digital drawing tablets or those who’ve been it in for a while and just want a solid, affordable digital pen tablet to add to your workforce. It gets really close to the experience of using a $300 Wacom Intuos Pro for only a fraction of the price.
No CONS for now...and hopefully I wont have any in the future.
I will really recommend it to anyone looking to start drawing digitally. Especially if XP-PEN continues to improve and support this product in the near future.
I really appreciate what they have here and feel like its appropriate to support Wacom’s competition so that we can all enjoy better products in the future.
There are a few main reasons why I chose this over other tablets in the same market.
1. Great price
2. Size of work area on tablet
3. 8000+ levels of for pressure sensitivity
4. battery-free stylus support pen tilt function
5. Slim and light weight
6. Pen is smaller than other models, closer to size of actual ink pens, not too bulky in hand
7. Back to price when factoring all of the above in compared to other models/competitors
Places to buy the tablet
XP-Pen Deco Pro official Store: https://www.storexppen.com/buy/deco-pro.html
XP-Pen Deco Pro Creative Pen Tablet is an amazing device special made for professional sketchers, drawers and illustrators. The XP-Pen Deco Pro Series graphic tablet is a brand new product that can be connected not only to a PC / laptop but also to an Android phone / tablet to use. Besides, OTG connection is another feature of Deco Pro that will further facilitate drawing outdoors.
The XP-Pen Deco Pro Drawing tablet works with most graphics software like Windows Paint 3D, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Painter, Autodesk Sketchbook, Manga Studio, Clip Studio, Zbrush. It’s also compatible with the Sketckbook ,MediBang Paint , Deco Draw Android Drawing App Since it’s a tablet aimed at those who draw digitally, it has a pretty good variety of hotkeys – 8 of them: undo, change brush size, pan, zoom, erase and many more. Deco Pro offers one Virtual wheel ( touch ring ) and one Mechanic wheel that allows you to zoom in and out, use brushers, and scroll up and down. Double Wheel Design helps a lot to improve your working efficiency and save your time.
Deco Pro is equipped with the battery-free pen, which sets you free from the charging issues. Together with 8192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity and ±60° tilt support, you can enjoy more accurate and natural strokes, bringing you a more real paper-like drawing experience.
Because the work area of a PC/laptop is different from a phone/tablet, so the work area of the Deco Pro graphic tablet will be different according to the different connection way you choose.
266PPS helps to sense the pen movement agilely, with almost no delay lines. 5080 LPI high pen resolution makes the pen stroke more delicate and natural, which can easily achieve pixel-level painting display. Thanks to these configurations, your working flow is greatly improved.
It is compatible with Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later, and Android 6.0 or later (OTG supported devices).
XP-Pen Deco Pro Creative Pen Tablet Specs
Model: Deco Pro Small / Deco Pro Medium
Application： illustration / animation / graphic design / industry design / image retouching / anime gaming, etc.
Express Keys: 8 Customized Press Keys and Double Wheel
Technology: Battery-Free Electromagnetic Resonance
Active Area: 9 x 5 inch / 11x 6 inch
Resolution: 5080 LPI
Report Rate: 266PPS
Pen Pressure: 8192 Levels
Pen Tilt : 60 Degrees
Reading Height: 10mm
Interface Support: USB-C
OS Support: Windows 7 or later， macOS 10.10 or later Android 6.0 or later
Compliance: CE / FCC / CCC
Dimensions/piece : 350 x 211.8 x 8mm
Color: Black
Official site: https://www.xp-pen.com/product/432.html
I have been professionally retouching photos for 8 years, full time. I have been using a Wacom intuos tablet (non-display) for that long. The hardware is great. I just replaced an indestructible old tablet that didn’t keep up with modern technology. But thanks to that I found myself in the situation of needing a new tablet and I learned about the XP-Pen Deco thanks to various reviews on YouTube.
XP-Pen has established itself as a good drawing tablet manufacturer over the years. It has a good list of options for beginners and professionals alike. I’d like to introduce you to the Deco Pro Medium. their most advanced graphics tablet . Let’s see if it’s worth getting.
Design
The design of the tablet is very eye-catching, The tablet is very lightweight and beautiful, which I really like. The XP-Pen Deco Pro tablet is thinner and lighter than its predecessor, The back and the top of the tablet made of aluminum as it is cold to the touch,This is one of the few screen-less tablets on the market which uses a metal back, so it was most certainly built to last.
XP-Pen Deco Pro is built using premium materials . The result is a pen tablet that feels reassuringly strong but is a mere 7mm thick.
The surface sheet is smooth texture . On one side of the tablet you will find eight customizable express keys and the roller Wheel , offer the perfect amount of custom functionality .
The tablet comes with the latest generation pressure pen, which feels and looks nice; and a housing for the pen which also hides about 10 replacement nibs which is very cool.
The Tablet Itself
The physical machine Deco Pro Android Drawing Tablet is nice and sturdy. It uses a USB-C to connect, and the USB-C cable detaches from the other end, which is useful if you need to transport it so you don’t have to coil the cord around it like some older xp-pen star tablets.
It seemed to work on my Dell PC just fine, I use it on a wired connection, and it seems to pick that up just fine anyway. the active drawing area is adequate yet still compact and portable. the smooth surface will allow the nibs to last longer.
Interaction With The Computer
The port itself is a standard USB type-C port with no tunnel in front of it. The use of USB type-C is really good here as it allows for the user to plug in the L-shaped cable whichever direction they need to, depending on whether they are right or left-handed.
Once you’ve gotten it plugged into your computer you’ll need to spend a bit of time with the drivers to get it to work on your computer. I’m installing it on a Windows 10 desktop. It was extremely easy to setup, download and install drivers from XP-PEN’s website,
The driver is packed with features. You can set sensitivity for pressure. Any of the buttons with any keystroke you want. You can set for different programs so when you’re in that program, the keys automatically start functioning differently depending what software you’re using. It has absolute or relative options and you can set for use with two screens or just one of the two that you have, and on and on. TIP-eliminate all other drivers, restart computer and then install this tablet’s driver otherwise you’ll have glitches.
First up, driver I must say instantly even before any tweaking I could feel just how smooth, and responsive this tablet was, with an unprecedented depth in pressure sensitivity, there is a nice curve editor right in there driver so you can fine tune and find the sweet spot you desire. It took me about 30 seconds to get the feel of a 2b pencil. A left-hand right-hand configuration switch, my self, being left-handed is a must, as well as aspect ratio and drawing field changes. You can also set up the dial, express keys all with user-defined commands.
I then ran the gambit software test, Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, Zbrush, Maya, and Blender. It all registered and performed beautifully across the board. The Express keys and wheel are responsive and have a home key registration so you know where your hand is with out looking. I must same I am very happy with this purchase and believe XP Pen will have a long future with me and my graphical needs I hope to be able to try out one of there Artist Series Pen Displays in the future as soon as I can save up the money to invest in a new one, and review that as well.
The pen support pen tilt and pressure
Another great feature is the pressure-sensitive pen tip, that is designed to recognize 8192 levels of pressure and detect tilt up to 60 degrees. the pen tilt on the Deco Pro is quite smooth. The vast degree of pressure responsiveness in the Pen is something I really appreciated, The pen also has two buttons click on the side that gives users the ability to click, right-click, or double-click.
The pen has a great feel in the hand, and that it doesn’t require batteries or need to be recharged has been a convenience for sure. Sensitivity levels are amazing, though I have found myself decreasing the range to accommodate my own pressure preferences. Its exceptional sensitivity and responsiveness gives me the control I need to take my work to the next level.
The drawing experience!
I prefer the Deco Pro Medium version because it has a better large drawing surface and I can rest my hand on other parts of the tablet when I am working. In addition, there are more express keys and the Double Wheel .
I’m using it mostly for Photoshop and Lighroom and other Drawing or Sketching apps and it’s the perfect size for everything I need a tablet for. The sensitivity/pressure settings are amazing and it really does give a true feel for the pressure applied. I’ve experienced no lag while in the wired setting for work. In fact, for most applications I end up mapping a small area of the tablet to correspond to my full 27 inch monitor screen and it allows me to control my entire screen without moving my hand.
The Double wheel is responsive and a really distinct aspect of the table, it really gives it personality. The fully customizable buttons on the side are one of my favorite features of this tablet. I’ve set it to work in conjunction with my Photoshop key shortcuts, and it makes my life so much easier when editing photos, digitally painting and doing any touchups on any application.
I really like that it came with a drawing glove, I have never used one and now I see that it can really help to keep your tablet clean. The surface of the Deco Pro really likes to get dirty with fingerprints, so the glove helps it look pristine. Not to mention, this comes with a pen stand, and the pen stand optimizes storage space so well with a selection of different pen nibs inside the stand.
Conclusion
Highly recommended for anyone looking to get started in digital drawing tablets or those who’ve been it in for a while and just want a solid, affordable digital pen tablet to add to your workforce. It gets really close to the experience of using a $300 Wacom Intuos Pro for only a fraction of the price.
No CONS for now...and hopefully I wont have any in the future.
I will really recommend it to anyone looking to start drawing digitally. Especially if XP-PEN continues to improve and support this product in the near future.
I really appreciate what they have here and feel like its appropriate to support Wacom’s competition so that we can all enjoy better products in the future.
There are a few main reasons why I chose this over other tablets in the same market.
1. Great price
2. Size of work area on tablet
3. 8000+ levels of for pressure sensitivity
4. battery-free stylus support pen tilt function
5. Slim and light weight
6. Pen is smaller than other models, closer to size of actual ink pens, not too bulky in hand
7. Back to price when factoring all of the above in compared to other models/competitors
Places to buy the tablet
XP-Pen Deco Pro official Store: https://www.storexppen.com/buy/deco-pro.html
I’ve written here a number of times extolling the virtues of all things XP-Pen. Chances are if you’re reading this, you’re familiar with the XP-Pen line of products. I’ve been using XP-Pen Artist 15.6 (interactive pen displays) since 2017 or so, and frankly don’t know how I’d finish the majority of ad or magazine jobs I do on time without them. If you’re not familiar, Read more about them here...
XP-Pen release new products often. What I like about them is they release something new when the technology is there and they’ve perfected it. Case in point, I’ve had the Artist15.6 art tablet with screen for something like 2 years. It’s been that long since a comparable device has been unveiled. They did release a 21.5" device Artist 22E Pro a few months ago, and I bought one to upgrade. This is a sturdy desktop device .
Now, they’ve just released the latest iteration of the product Artist 15.6 , the Artist 15.6 Pro . Eventually I’ll get around to doing a video review of that, but in the meantime, I thought I’d write about a new review that goes along with this new drawing monitor .
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is the newer model of the Artist 15.6 , but with pen tilt Support , The tilt function ensures that the accuracy of the pen remains the same when tilted, offering a real and natural drawing experience.
Artist 15.6 Pro has been used 120% sRGB ( 85% adobe rgb color accuracy) in the device to give you more vivid, clear and sharp color quality that also enhances the accuracy of any image. the Artist 15.6 display tablet is 75% adobe rgb color accuracy .
It has greatly improved on parallax, New optical bonding process that greatly reduces parallax , becuse of new Technology their has No Air Gap.
Compared to the Artist 15.6,the Artist 15.6 Pro features 8 fully customizable shortcut keys and 1 Red Roller Wheel which puts more customization options at your fingertips to suit you preferred work style, allowing you to capture and express your ideas easier and faster for optimized workflow.
In case you don’t want Pen tilt function, or want to save few bucks and get the Screen drawing tablet for cheaper, it may worth it to check out the previous Artist 15.6 model. Which have similar features, like the 8192 level of pressure sensitivity, the HD screen, the 3-to-1 cable. And the pro pen with 8 replacement nibs.
Where can I buy a XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is an ideal choice among professional artists who love drawing and painting. This device is the best way to step into the digital canvas world as it mainly focused the professionals and allow them to give their best in whichever environment they are. Now you don’t have to worry about colors, brushes, sheets, and pencil anymore, just pick this piece, keep it in your bag and move ahead to the world of art.
Artist 15.6 Pro Screen Drawing Tablet is available in XP-Pen Globe official Store https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-15_6pro.html on January 25, 2019. The sale starts from January 25 , you can use coupons & promo code SuperBowl (10% off) to get one till February 04, 2019 .
Notable specifications:
Display Size:15.6″
Aspect Ratio:16:9
Native Resolution:1920 x 1080
Product Dimension: 443 x 280 x 12.6 mm
Active Area: 344.16 x 193.59 mm
Shortcutkeys: 8
Roller Wheel: 1
Color Gamut: 88% NTSC (covers 120% sRGB color gamut)
Display Colors: 16.7 Million
Viewing Angle: 178°
Pressure Levels : 8192
Report Rate: 266 RPS
Pen Tilt Sensitivity:- ±60
Supports Multitouch: no
Resolution: 5080 lpi
Response Rate: 25ms
More details: https://www.xp-pen.com/goods/show/id/394.html
What’s in the box?
The tablet comes in a nice looking white box with a unique design. There isn’t anything particularly important on the back of the box aside from a repeat of the specifications.
The things that come in the box:
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro tablet
XP-Pen P06 battery-free pen
Pen case
Combined cable (USB type-C to USB type-A, HDMI, and USB type-A for power)
USB type-A extension cable (for power)
USB power adapter
Outlet adapters for international power outlets
HDMI to Mini-DisplayPort adapter
Pen nib replacements x8
Anti-fouling glove
Screen cleaning cloth
User manual
Warranty policy and warranty card
“Thank you” card
AC 41 Stand
Design
The tablet comes in a nice looking white box with a unique design. There isn’t anything particularly important on the back of the box aside from a repeat of the specifications.The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro sports a fairly simple design overall.The tablet comes with a pre-applied screen protector which has a very minimal amount of texture.
This tablet has 3 buttons along the side which are for power, brightness up, and brightness down. The tablet itself does not have an OSD settings button, but you can change the screen colours through the XP-Pen driver software.
The power button will glow with a dark blue light to indicate that the tablet is powered on.
The IPS Screen
The new XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro has a 15.6-inch IPS display with full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080) . It can produce 88 per cent of the NTSC colour palette (85% Adobe RGB colour gamut or 120% sRGB colour gamu ) with 16.7 million colors which means more colour accuracy, you can do photo or image-editing at a pro level, you’ll need this more pro version.
Virtually No Parallax : The display has been outfitted with full laminated technology that seamlessly mingles protective glass and screen glass, giving better picture quality.
The space between the glass and the screen (which was noticeable but manageable on earlier Cintiqs) is virtually nonexistent now. It no longer feels like I’m drawing on top of a monitor on top of my artwork. For the first time ever, there’s no separation between my pen and my artwork, and it’s an amazing feeling. I would say that it matches the iPad Pro’s accuracy in terms of pen-to-screen distance.
The screen is awesome, clarity and colors look nice. Using the default plastic nib works great on this new surface, and feels more like a traditional pencil on paper to me. I hope that XP-Pen sticks with this surface for their future products, it is brilliant.
The Stylus
XP-Pen is offering an ultimate pen with this device that enlightens the inner creativity of any individual. A very big thanks to the new elastic pen nib! This nib actually enhances your creativity by eliminating parallax of broken lines on the stunning display of the tablet.
With the pressure of 8192 levels, 5080 LPI and 10mm sensing height- the pen is very sleek and makes your drawing natural on the screen as it intensely senses and analyzes every movement.
The tilt by the P05R as it tilts 60 degrees ensuring better drawing quality and user experience. With smoothing drawing experience on this tablet enhances your productivity, skills and ensures that you stay ahead of your competitors.
What’s more, it’s a battery-free device and the lag, even with large complex Photoshop brushes or sculpting with high res stamps in 3D, is minimal to the point of non-existence.
Improved Pen Design : The pen P05R keeps all the great features of the P05, namely the rubber grip ( makes it more comfortable to hold ) , and the two toggle buttons, which I use constantly, and really find myself missing when I use the Apple Pencil.
Just like the XP-Pen Artist 15.6 , there is no lag or slow-down when you are drawing lines. A lot of this may be more dependent on your hardware (I’m using a iMac), but I think it’s worth mentioning. The rendering of the pixels themselves is incredibly sharp and smooth. It rendered the lines as fast as I could throw them,.
To touch or not to touch?
IMHO, I would say no touch is better because of the additional cost. But if you have a child and want him/her to try drawing on your expensive Cintiq, you can consider getting a touch.
The Adjustable Stand
Well, XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is also eliminating the pain of holding the tablet because holding it and drawing on it can make things complex. Therefore, it has introduced an adjustable stand that is viable and powerful. You can set your tablet on that stand and enjoy your drawing without worrying about holding, falling of device from your hand and a lot more.
The 3-to-1 Cable
The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro has a USB type-C port on it to connect to the combined USB/HDMI/power cable. The included cable is a combined cable which goes from USB type-C on the tablet to USB type-A and HDMI on the computer. The tablet can be powered solely by the computer if the USB port can provide enough power, but if it can’t, the extra red USB type-A connector will need to be connected to another USB port on your computer, or a power outlet using the included power outlet to USB adapter.
The Roller wheel and 8 express buttons
There are 8 programmable buttons and a Roller wheel. which are magical. These are available at your fingertips enabling you to roll on, zoom in, and a lot more- saving your time to accomplish your delicate design in no time.
The buttons are amazing, as with all Artist series . the round ring in the middle, The scroll wheel can be programmed to control three different parameters (such as zoom, brush size, etc). And the customize-able physical buttons have nice tactile feel. You get spoiled with this buttons, and it’s sometimes hard to go without them.
the buttons are completely customize-able to whatever hot key you want, and with the conjunction with custom on screen buttons, you’ll be able to work comfortably without a keyboard..... at least with programs that are designed to be simple for tablets, like Sketchbook or Painter. Even with these keys, I don’t think you can get away using Photoshop, or zbrush etc. I think some programs are just too frustrating without a keyboard.
Tablet drivers
The XP-Pen tablet drivers are extremely easy to install. Just go download the latest version directly from XP-Pen’s site and remove all other tablet drivers you have on your computer before installing it.
Once you’ve installed the driver and plugged in your tablet, the XP-Pen driver icon should appear in the system tray in the bottom right. You can access the tablet settings by clicking on that.
If the installer doesn’t prompt you to restart your computer after it finishes, I wholeheartedly suggest restarting your computer anyways to allow Windows to properly update the files necessary for the driver to run smoothly.
The XP-Pen driver is a simple one page driver with all the important settings in just one window. Here you can set the pen buttons and pen pressure, and choose which monitor the tablet maps to.
I did not need to change any of the default settings as the tablet worked very well with the defaults. I also did not need to calibrate the pen because the cursor properly appeared directly under the pen by default (which surprisingly isn’t the case for some tablets).
To date, the updated drivers have worked fine with the programs I use most: Adobe Photoshop and Clip Studio Paint. This was actually a pleasant surprise for a product this new – I hope this continues.
Drawing Experience
Artist 15.6 Pro was fantastic. It occupies less desk space and the colours were slightly closer to my macbook display. Although smaller, the screen had good resolution and good enough for Manga Studio EX (program that I use to draw comics). It was also very portable so I could bring it with me to libraries and give demonstrations. I was also very happy with it until I gradually suffered from stiff shoulders and neck.
The pen’s sensitivity is buttery smooth . I’m not sure how many people noticed, care, or can justify the difference between 2048 levels of pressure vs 8192 levels, but I do. I particularly notice the low end levels of pressure. Don’t get me wrong, 2048 levels is more than enough to work with, I’m just spoiled by 8192 of the Artist 15.6 Pro . It is mostly because I have a very light hand when it comes to sketching, and notice the ultra low end levels. Even at the lowest level of a 2048 level stylus, it just doesn’t feel light enough, once you get used to a Artist 15.6 Pro . If you have a heavy hand, I don’t think this level difference will make any difference to you. The differences are minor, and it’s more of a "feel", maybe I’m the only person who care..... but it does make a difference for me.
On Photoshop , the program recognizes stylus tilt. This allowing you to vary opacity with pressure, but line thickness with pressure tilt. It took me a good hour to get used to using it, it’s a bit different than using a real pencil, but I now love it. The line weights, and the look of the pencil lines, makes it feel more like traditional pencil and paper. In fact, as I was trying to get used to drawing with the Photoshop pencil, I would instinctively worry about smearing the pencil lines under my hand, before remembering that I was working digitally.
Conclusion
Finally, I’d like to talk about one of the main reasons behind switching to a smaller display: portability. The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is overall physical dimensions are 443 x 280 x 12.6 mm , which makes it ideal for being carried back and forth between company and my studio at home. It fits in a carry-on bag just fine, even with the machine zipped in its soft case. Although, keeping in mind the above-mentioned connectivity issues, I wouldn’t go as far as recommending taking it to the field.
it is a fair statement to make that the Artist 15.6 Pro is the best compromise in XP-Pen’s current display line regarding size and portability. While the price of the 16-inch Artist 15.6 Pro takes some serious commitment, you can be sure that your purchase will be a largely satisfying one, with the added confidence that you are acquiring a high-quality professional level tool that will be there with you for a long time coming.
What can be the most important conclusion for epigraphers/artists working on the Artist 15.6 Pro is that it removes most of the psychological barrier between artist and machine, resulting in a more natural drawing experience, the closest I’ve encountered to pencil on paper so far.
I highly recommend the Artist 15.6 Pro 15.6″Screen Drawing Tablet to any professional illustrator, animator, or graphic designer. It’s the best digital drawing tool I’ve used by far.
XP-Pen release new products often. What I like about them is they release something new when the technology is there and they’ve perfected it. Case in point, I’ve had the Artist15.6 art tablet with screen for something like 2 years. It’s been that long since a comparable device has been unveiled. They did release a 21.5" device Artist 22E Pro a few months ago, and I bought one to upgrade. This is a sturdy desktop device .
Now, they’ve just released the latest iteration of the product Artist 15.6 , the Artist 15.6 Pro . Eventually I’ll get around to doing a video review of that, but in the meantime, I thought I’d write about a new review that goes along with this new drawing monitor .
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is the newer model of the Artist 15.6 , but with pen tilt Support , The tilt function ensures that the accuracy of the pen remains the same when tilted, offering a real and natural drawing experience.
Artist 15.6 Pro has been used 120% sRGB ( 85% adobe rgb color accuracy) in the device to give you more vivid, clear and sharp color quality that also enhances the accuracy of any image. the Artist 15.6 display tablet is 75% adobe rgb color accuracy .
It has greatly improved on parallax, New optical bonding process that greatly reduces parallax , becuse of new Technology their has No Air Gap.
Compared to the Artist 15.6,the Artist 15.6 Pro features 8 fully customizable shortcut keys and 1 Red Roller Wheel which puts more customization options at your fingertips to suit you preferred work style, allowing you to capture and express your ideas easier and faster for optimized workflow.
In case you don’t want Pen tilt function, or want to save few bucks and get the Screen drawing tablet for cheaper, it may worth it to check out the previous Artist 15.6 model. Which have similar features, like the 8192 level of pressure sensitivity, the HD screen, the 3-to-1 cable. And the pro pen with 8 replacement nibs.
Where can I buy a XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is an ideal choice among professional artists who love drawing and painting. This device is the best way to step into the digital canvas world as it mainly focused the professionals and allow them to give their best in whichever environment they are. Now you don’t have to worry about colors, brushes, sheets, and pencil anymore, just pick this piece, keep it in your bag and move ahead to the world of art.
Artist 15.6 Pro Screen Drawing Tablet is available in XP-Pen Globe official Store https://www.storexppen.com/buy/artist-15_6pro.html on January 25, 2019. The sale starts from January 25 , you can use coupons & promo code SuperBowl (10% off) to get one till February 04, 2019 .
Notable specifications:
Display Size:15.6″
Aspect Ratio:16:9
Native Resolution:1920 x 1080
Product Dimension: 443 x 280 x 12.6 mm
Active Area: 344.16 x 193.59 mm
Shortcutkeys: 8
Roller Wheel: 1
Color Gamut: 88% NTSC (covers 120% sRGB color gamut)
Display Colors: 16.7 Million
Viewing Angle: 178°
Pressure Levels : 8192
Report Rate: 266 RPS
Pen Tilt Sensitivity:- ±60
Supports Multitouch: no
Resolution: 5080 lpi
Response Rate: 25ms
More details: https://www.xp-pen.com/goods/show/id/394.html
What’s in the box?
The tablet comes in a nice looking white box with a unique design. There isn’t anything particularly important on the back of the box aside from a repeat of the specifications.
The things that come in the box:
XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro tablet
XP-Pen P06 battery-free pen
Pen case
Combined cable (USB type-C to USB type-A, HDMI, and USB type-A for power)
USB type-A extension cable (for power)
USB power adapter
Outlet adapters for international power outlets
HDMI to Mini-DisplayPort adapter
Pen nib replacements x8
Anti-fouling glove
Screen cleaning cloth
User manual
Warranty policy and warranty card
“Thank you” card
AC 41 Stand
Design
The tablet comes in a nice looking white box with a unique design. There isn’t anything particularly important on the back of the box aside from a repeat of the specifications.The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro sports a fairly simple design overall.The tablet comes with a pre-applied screen protector which has a very minimal amount of texture.
This tablet has 3 buttons along the side which are for power, brightness up, and brightness down. The tablet itself does not have an OSD settings button, but you can change the screen colours through the XP-Pen driver software.
The power button will glow with a dark blue light to indicate that the tablet is powered on.
The IPS Screen
The new XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro has a 15.6-inch IPS display with full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080) . It can produce 88 per cent of the NTSC colour palette (85% Adobe RGB colour gamut or 120% sRGB colour gamu ) with 16.7 million colors which means more colour accuracy, you can do photo or image-editing at a pro level, you’ll need this more pro version.
Virtually No Parallax : The display has been outfitted with full laminated technology that seamlessly mingles protective glass and screen glass, giving better picture quality.
The space between the glass and the screen (which was noticeable but manageable on earlier Cintiqs) is virtually nonexistent now. It no longer feels like I’m drawing on top of a monitor on top of my artwork. For the first time ever, there’s no separation between my pen and my artwork, and it’s an amazing feeling. I would say that it matches the iPad Pro’s accuracy in terms of pen-to-screen distance.
The screen is awesome, clarity and colors look nice. Using the default plastic nib works great on this new surface, and feels more like a traditional pencil on paper to me. I hope that XP-Pen sticks with this surface for their future products, it is brilliant.
The Stylus
XP-Pen is offering an ultimate pen with this device that enlightens the inner creativity of any individual. A very big thanks to the new elastic pen nib! This nib actually enhances your creativity by eliminating parallax of broken lines on the stunning display of the tablet.
With the pressure of 8192 levels, 5080 LPI and 10mm sensing height- the pen is very sleek and makes your drawing natural on the screen as it intensely senses and analyzes every movement.
The tilt by the P05R as it tilts 60 degrees ensuring better drawing quality and user experience. With smoothing drawing experience on this tablet enhances your productivity, skills and ensures that you stay ahead of your competitors.
What’s more, it’s a battery-free device and the lag, even with large complex Photoshop brushes or sculpting with high res stamps in 3D, is minimal to the point of non-existence.
Improved Pen Design : The pen P05R keeps all the great features of the P05, namely the rubber grip ( makes it more comfortable to hold ) , and the two toggle buttons, which I use constantly, and really find myself missing when I use the Apple Pencil.
Just like the XP-Pen Artist 15.6 , there is no lag or slow-down when you are drawing lines. A lot of this may be more dependent on your hardware (I’m using a iMac), but I think it’s worth mentioning. The rendering of the pixels themselves is incredibly sharp and smooth. It rendered the lines as fast as I could throw them,.
To touch or not to touch?
IMHO, I would say no touch is better because of the additional cost. But if you have a child and want him/her to try drawing on your expensive Cintiq, you can consider getting a touch.
The Adjustable Stand
Well, XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is also eliminating the pain of holding the tablet because holding it and drawing on it can make things complex. Therefore, it has introduced an adjustable stand that is viable and powerful. You can set your tablet on that stand and enjoy your drawing without worrying about holding, falling of device from your hand and a lot more.
The 3-to-1 Cable
The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro has a USB type-C port on it to connect to the combined USB/HDMI/power cable. The included cable is a combined cable which goes from USB type-C on the tablet to USB type-A and HDMI on the computer. The tablet can be powered solely by the computer if the USB port can provide enough power, but if it can’t, the extra red USB type-A connector will need to be connected to another USB port on your computer, or a power outlet using the included power outlet to USB adapter.
The Roller wheel and 8 express buttons
There are 8 programmable buttons and a Roller wheel. which are magical. These are available at your fingertips enabling you to roll on, zoom in, and a lot more- saving your time to accomplish your delicate design in no time.
The buttons are amazing, as with all Artist series . the round ring in the middle, The scroll wheel can be programmed to control three different parameters (such as zoom, brush size, etc). And the customize-able physical buttons have nice tactile feel. You get spoiled with this buttons, and it’s sometimes hard to go without them.
the buttons are completely customize-able to whatever hot key you want, and with the conjunction with custom on screen buttons, you’ll be able to work comfortably without a keyboard..... at least with programs that are designed to be simple for tablets, like Sketchbook or Painter. Even with these keys, I don’t think you can get away using Photoshop, or zbrush etc. I think some programs are just too frustrating without a keyboard.
Tablet drivers
The XP-Pen tablet drivers are extremely easy to install. Just go download the latest version directly from XP-Pen’s site and remove all other tablet drivers you have on your computer before installing it.
Once you’ve installed the driver and plugged in your tablet, the XP-Pen driver icon should appear in the system tray in the bottom right. You can access the tablet settings by clicking on that.
If the installer doesn’t prompt you to restart your computer after it finishes, I wholeheartedly suggest restarting your computer anyways to allow Windows to properly update the files necessary for the driver to run smoothly.
The XP-Pen driver is a simple one page driver with all the important settings in just one window. Here you can set the pen buttons and pen pressure, and choose which monitor the tablet maps to.
I did not need to change any of the default settings as the tablet worked very well with the defaults. I also did not need to calibrate the pen because the cursor properly appeared directly under the pen by default (which surprisingly isn’t the case for some tablets).
To date, the updated drivers have worked fine with the programs I use most: Adobe Photoshop and Clip Studio Paint. This was actually a pleasant surprise for a product this new – I hope this continues.
Drawing Experience
Artist 15.6 Pro was fantastic. It occupies less desk space and the colours were slightly closer to my macbook display. Although smaller, the screen had good resolution and good enough for Manga Studio EX (program that I use to draw comics). It was also very portable so I could bring it with me to libraries and give demonstrations. I was also very happy with it until I gradually suffered from stiff shoulders and neck.
The pen’s sensitivity is buttery smooth . I’m not sure how many people noticed, care, or can justify the difference between 2048 levels of pressure vs 8192 levels, but I do. I particularly notice the low end levels of pressure. Don’t get me wrong, 2048 levels is more than enough to work with, I’m just spoiled by 8192 of the Artist 15.6 Pro . It is mostly because I have a very light hand when it comes to sketching, and notice the ultra low end levels. Even at the lowest level of a 2048 level stylus, it just doesn’t feel light enough, once you get used to a Artist 15.6 Pro . If you have a heavy hand, I don’t think this level difference will make any difference to you. The differences are minor, and it’s more of a "feel", maybe I’m the only person who care..... but it does make a difference for me.
On Photoshop , the program recognizes stylus tilt. This allowing you to vary opacity with pressure, but line thickness with pressure tilt. It took me a good hour to get used to using it, it’s a bit different than using a real pencil, but I now love it. The line weights, and the look of the pencil lines, makes it feel more like traditional pencil and paper. In fact, as I was trying to get used to drawing with the Photoshop pencil, I would instinctively worry about smearing the pencil lines under my hand, before remembering that I was working digitally.
Conclusion
Finally, I’d like to talk about one of the main reasons behind switching to a smaller display: portability. The XP-Pen Artist 15.6 Pro is overall physical dimensions are 443 x 280 x 12.6 mm , which makes it ideal for being carried back and forth between company and my studio at home. It fits in a carry-on bag just fine, even with the machine zipped in its soft case. Although, keeping in mind the above-mentioned connectivity issues, I wouldn’t go as far as recommending taking it to the field.
it is a fair statement to make that the Artist 15.6 Pro is the best compromise in XP-Pen’s current display line regarding size and portability. While the price of the 16-inch Artist 15.6 Pro takes some serious commitment, you can be sure that your purchase will be a largely satisfying one, with the added confidence that you are acquiring a high-quality professional level tool that will be there with you for a long time coming.
What can be the most important conclusion for epigraphers/artists working on the Artist 15.6 Pro is that it removes most of the psychological barrier between artist and machine, resulting in a more natural drawing experience, the closest I’ve encountered to pencil on paper so far.
I highly recommend the Artist 15.6 Pro 15.6″Screen Drawing Tablet to any professional illustrator, animator, or graphic designer. It’s the best digital drawing tool I’ve used by far.
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