Wednesday 30 September 2015

Graphics Drawing With Tablet Computers

For many artists living in the modern world, there are a lot of different technologies out there that they would benefit from knowing how to use in order to put to good use their creative flare on a Tablet designed for drawing. Master this with a slate / pad device, which are specifically made for drawing / graphics and you can be really successful with your designs. This is fast beoming one of the most popular options for artists today is to use a drawing pad made for graphics in order to create their drawings, writing and designs.

However, artists aren’t the only ones that can benefit from this technology, and the market is branching out more and more to people from business backgrounds, mathematical backgrounds, and even some writers who want the technology at their finger tips should they feel the need to use it, but also want the traditional method at hand.


Thankfully, with all of these different professions needing these pads, manufacturers have found a way to produce them while also keeping their costs relatively low. This has made them more obtainable to anyone who needs to use them and has also kept the quality high because of the research and development that has gone into them.

If you’re looking for a computer drawing tablet, you won’t have to look very hard to find one that fits your budget. In general, these days the device will come complete with the software necessary to read and edit the drawings. Of course, you get the pad itself and a specialised stylus-type pen. Depending on what level of pad you need in terms of features, you will be able to find them ranging in price from just over £50 to more than £2250. Additionally, nearly any store that carries tablets and/or supplies will be able to offer them to you which helps to reduce the costs a little as they aren’t a completely speciality item, and are becoming more popular as time goes by.

Depending on your budget, there are many to choose from. The cheaper models do not have a screen. They come in the form of a drawing mat / slate, have a stylus pen to create with, and are very affordable. A few models worth noting are the Huion 610, Huion 1060 Pro, and the 1060 Plus model. All well under £75. Then you have the more advanced models that have their own screens like the Wacom Cintiq range, and the much more reasonably priced Ugee models. The choice is yours!

Friday 25 September 2015

Information About Computer Tablets

Tablets were first introduced over ten years ago, but they have come a long way since then. When they first came out, they were somewhat barbaric versions of what we have on the shelves today. The software that they came with was extremely unpredictable, and the exterior of most models was often getting damaged and scratched. But wow, today we have come a very long way since those times. And it’s for this reason that these devices now benefit so many people including professionals, teachers, kids, and students alike.


Computer tablets are a flat screened device that can be used with a keyboard or can be written on using a stylus pen. Battery life lasts much longer than that of a laptop or netbook, extending up to nine hours on some branded models. This makes it perfect for anyone who needs to use their tablet a lot and won’t be able to plug it in for a while. A big majority of these products can also be docked / hooked up to different pieces of hardware including a printer, another monitor, a mouse, and an external keyboard.

Professionals find them especially helpful because last minute meeting notes can be jotted down, applications can be used while on a long commute, and a person can take their entire office with them at all times. Teachers enjoy the use of them also because they can quickly jot down lesson plans and grade students all while right in the classroom and on the spot. Students can also benefit. Having one of these in the classroom can help students take down notes during lectures in order to use for their study material later. Information is just a few taps on the screen away.

They are a great help with many different things. And when you can’t decide between a cellphone, a laptop, or many of the other different gadgets that are out there, you might be surprised to find that these devices are one of your best and cheapest options!

Wednesday 23 September 2015

What Are Computer Tablets

Light in weight, with a clean design, and easy to carry and to use, computer tablets are loved by adults and by teenagers alike. They are basically mini-computers. Their design is very interesting, although simple, but their functions are complex and extremely useful. They are one of the results that advancements in technology have brought us to. Technology keeps on moving forward. Most have a flat screen, and a hidden weapon, their screens are (mostly) resistant to scratching. They are used even by teachers and business men. Not just the fashionable and the young. They can be taken anywhere, and easily used to stay in contact with the world, this is the reason why so many people appreciate them.


People at College can take their notes, also the employees when they are in a meeting and have to note down important future tasks or problems they need to solve. An external keyboard would be an advantage if you type a lot. These devices are nice because they can be connected to an external monitor, wireless / USB printer, a mouse and a keyboard. It is amazing how many things they can do!

Some of them come with a stylus pen included in which snippets of information can be noted down very quickly. Their battery life is usually longer than that from a laptop computer, lasting up to many (5 - 10+) hours with mixed usage. The user can write on the screen with the stylus pen or they can use the virtual, or external keyboard.

Their name was first coined by Microsoft in 2001. They are small, but they have most of the functions and the capacity that a big personal desktop PC has. Their prices are for different budgets, so you can afford buying them. Slate models are also useful for those people who like to be creative and love to submerge themselves into a world of elegant drawings and creative designs. The Art related models can conceive some pretty amazing things.

Writing directly on the Tablet is easier than ever these days with an external keyboard, or you can get used to using one of the many virtual keyboard apps. Lots of models are very resilient. A user doesn't have to worry about the fact that their device will be easily broken because they are, in most cases, made from tough materials, and most models over £100 have great build quality. They are easy to carry around and from this point of view they are really useful when it comes to organising your activities, your office work or your projects.