What is that thing called when you draw on the computer?

Drawing tablet, also known as digital tablet, digital drawing tablet, drawing tablet, etc., is an input device like keyboard, mouse and handwriting pad. Drawing tablets are mainly used in computer drawings, allowing creators to find the feeling of real drawing when creating. They can also simulate various drawing tools with the support of software, such as pencils, brushes, brush strokes, etc. It is mainly intended for teachers and students in design and art-related majors, advertising companies and design studios, and Flash vector animation producers. Today, as the cultural and creative industries are booming, more and more people are investing in this industry.

The most well-known domestic drawing board manufacturer is Hanwang Technology. Its independently developed patented technologies such as "wireless passive" and "micro-pressure precision sensing" have spawned domestically produced cost-effective professional digital tablets.

Comparison between mouse and drawing tablet

In computer painting creation, the drawing tablet has unparalleled advantages, but the mouse can never achieve the freedom and comfort of creating with a pen.

Comparison of mouse and drawing tablet:

1. Positioning method: The mouse is positioned relatively, the drawing board is positioned absolutely, the position of the pen on the board corresponds to the corresponding position on the screen, and the positioning is more accurate.

2. Input method: The drawing pad is an input tool for recording trajectories, but it is difficult for the mouse to produce smooth and smooth line effects.

3. Pressure sensitivity: The mouse does not have pressure sensitivity, but the drawing tablet allows users to easily express changes in the thickness and shade of strokes.

The development of drawing board technology

The development of drawing board technology:

1. Wired and active, there are wires connecting the pen and the tablet

2. Wireless and active, there is no connection between the pen and the board, but the pen is equipped with an AA battery

3. Wireless and passive, there is no connection between the pen and the tablet, and the pen itself does not require batteries

In the past, drawing tablet technology was completely monopolized by foreign countries. In recent years, Hanwang Technology Co., Ltd. has developed computer drawing tablet technology with independent intellectual property rights. In terms of technical indicators and user experience, it has reached the international level in the industry, filling the domestic gap in this technology.

Main parameters

The main parameters of the drawing board include pressure sensitivity, coordinate accuracy, reading rate, resolution, etc. Among them, the pressure sensing series is the key parameter. For example, Hanwang's professional drawing board Creative Master has a pressure sensitivity of 1024 levels, which means that from the starting pressure of 7 grams to 500 grams, 1024 levels are distinguished in subtle electromagnetic changes. From the user's subtle strength The changes show the effect of strokes of thickness and density, and with the assistance of software, a realistic painting experience can be simulated.

The increase in reading rate can effectively avoid broken lines and broken lines, but this parameter is also restricted by the running speed of the PC. If the machine configuration is too low, it will also affect the reading rate of the drawing board.

Several major factors in choosing a drawing board

A. Wireless passive is preferred.

This is based on the comfort of creation. Creators should avoid interference from foreign objects when working. If there is a line connected to the computer pen, it will definitely make people feel uncomfortable after a long time. A headache; in addition, if you choose an active pen, frequent battery replacement will also bring additional expenses, which will also affect the painting effect when the battery is low. All products like Hanwang drawing tablets use wireless passive technology, but other manufacturers, similar to Taiwanese manufacturers, still use wireless active technology.

B. Find out the secrets of technical parameters.

When choosing a drawing tablet, most people pay great attention to technical parameters such as pressure level, reading speed, and reading resolution. In fact, parameters cannot explain everything. For example, the quality of pressure sensitivity does not entirely depend on the size of the pressure series. It is critical whether the starting pressure is small enough. The entire series of Hanwang drawing tablets adopts micro-pressure precision sensing technology. This technology reduces the starting pressure of the drawing tablet to 7 grams of force, and the strokes are very delicate.

Take the sampling rate as an example. When the drawing tablet is used, it is subject to the display limitations of the host system. The actual sampling rate will be lower than the nominal value. Therefore, when the sampling rate reaches more than 150 points/second, it is necessary to use For readers, there is not much difference.

Therefore, when purchasing a drawing board, you must make a choice based on your own actual situation, and you cannot blindly rely on technical parameters. You can make a decision after trial and comparison.

Terminology Analysis 6?1 Active Area

The drawing area of ??the drawing tablet, also known as the working area, is different from the physical size of the tablet. What we often say 4*5, 6*8... means that the size of the active area is 4 inches*5 inches, 6 inches*8 inches. 6.1 Aspect Ratio

The ratio of the vertical size to the horizontal size of the drawing board or display screen.

The size ratio of the drawing board generally corresponds to that of the display screen, with 4:3 being the mainstream ratio. The tablet corresponding to the widescreen ratio is 16:9 or 16:10, and the sizes are mostly 11*7, or 11*6; 9*6; 6*4, etc. 6?1Click Force

The amount of force that must be applied to the tip of the pen in order to trigger a click. 6?1 Shortcut keys on the drawing board

For Windows, the shortcut keys are: eraser, ALT, SHIFT, space bar, and touch zoom bar.

Therefore, many people who are accustomed to using shortcut keys can perform shortcut operations directly on your Creative Master drawing board. Taking the eraser as an example, you only need to hold down the shortcut key with your left hand, and the computer pen can be used as an eraser, which is very convenient. For Macintosh, shortcut keys include SHIFT, CONTROL, COMMAND, and OPTION. You can also customize your shortcuts to any keyboard key or program. 6?1 refill

Replaceable nib. All Hanvon digital tablet series will come with 5 free refills for free. 6?1 Pen-sensing pressure

How hard should you hold the pen to draw lines on the computer? Drawing tablets without "micro-pressure precision sensing" technology require a lot of force to draw lines. This is why people often say that the pen is harder to use. The starting pressure of the pen is 7 grams, that is, the weight of the pen alone can draw lines.

Leading product 6?1 Hanwang Creative Master Series

The first professional-grade drawing board product independently developed in China and sold globally.

Using patented technologies such as "Wireless Passive" and "Micro-pressure Precision Sensing" independently developed by Hanvon, it can very clearly show changes in line thickness and shade, and the painting feels delicate and smooth. The highly technological and user-friendly design and excellent performance level allow you to create without restraint, freely drive your inspiration, and enter a new realm of creation! 6.1 Pressure-sensing level: 1024 levels, with delicate pressure levels and smooth transitions, comprehensively improving the painting effect. 6.1 Reading speed: up to 200 points/second. Feel the extremely fast experience. You can use the pen with ease and your creative ideas are not affected6. ?1Maximum reading height: 7mm, ensuring maximum creative freedom 6?1Resolution: 5080lpi, the highest value in the industry, drawing soft hair can also be clearly defined, and every detail can be seen 6?1Coordinate accuracy: ±0.01mm , precise positioning 6.1 pressure-sensitive pen: wireless and passive, no constraints on creation. The drawing pen does not require batteries, its center of gravity will not shift, and it is more stable and comfortable than an active pen. 6.1 Touch shortcut keys: The panel integrates highly technological touch shortcut keys to realize functions such as scrolling and zooming without switching. Shortcut keys or programs can also be customized. 6.1 Pen sensing pressure: 7 grams, you can keenly feel the strength of the designer's pen. Just draw lightly, the lines will come out like flowing clouds, and it will feel like drawing on paper.

Applicable people: professional users, suitable for illustration, animation, 3D creation, digital photography, graphic design, multimedia design, film and television editing, web design, etc.