PP Input devise
Nov 2, 2017 21:06:08 #
I have been climbing the steep learning curve for LR & just starting PS. In my reading the author of "Taking Stock" mentions using a pen and tablet to make adjustments on screen. He is actually referring to using the pen tablet when doing a spot removal or brush as more controllable then a finger or a mouse.
I am not acquainted with the pen tablet devise.
Is this just an input devise to the image on a larger monitor or do those using this type tool actually work on a tablet for viewing and as well?
Thanks
Bill
I am not acquainted with the pen tablet devise.
Is this just an input devise to the image on a larger monitor or do those using this type tool actually work on a tablet for viewing and as well?
Thanks
Bill
Nov 2, 2017 22:04:49 #
Nov 3, 2017 06:18:37 #
The Wacom Tablet and Pen I use is a product you buy and attach to your computer using a USB plug . You also have to install a driver to make the tablet work correctly with your operating system . Although my tablet does not show a photo on it . When I move the special pen that comes with it over the tablet , I can see the effect on my monitor . Now , they do have very expensive tablets that you can see the photo or drawing , etc you are working on right on the tablet . For more info , google like mentioned by rgrenaderphoto.
Nov 3, 2017 07:00:05 #
Nov 3, 2017 07:32:51 #
WDCash wrote:
I have been climbing the steep learning curve for ... (show quote)
YouTube will answer your question. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhRCOBBjErE
Nov 3, 2017 08:18:26 #
Nov 3, 2017 08:22:30 #
So for a follow up question.
As I have already determined I need a better monitor for color and clarity. Would it be worthwhile to obtain one of the larger tablet/pen devides, capable of being a viewer and editing tool ?
Thanks
Bill
As I have already determined I need a better monitor for color and clarity. Would it be worthwhile to obtain one of the larger tablet/pen devides, capable of being a viewer and editing tool ?
Thanks
Bill
Nov 3, 2017 08:22:48 #
Nov 3, 2017 08:27:20 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
Google Wacom Tablet. Works beautifully.
The names of their tablets are not necessarily helpful in selecting which is which
Which tablet are you using?
Thanks
Bill
Nov 3, 2017 08:50:43 #
WDCash wrote:
So for a follow up question.
As I have already determined I need a better monitor for color and clarity. Would it be worthwhile to obtain one of the larger tablet/pen devides, capable of being a viewer and editing tool ?
Thanks
Bill
As I have already determined I need a better monitor for color and clarity. Would it be worthwhile to obtain one of the larger tablet/pen devides, capable of being a viewer and editing tool ?
Thanks
Bill
They all work on any size monitor and can be mapped to your size monitor, I think the question should be, how much desk real estate do you have on your desk or are willing to give up? I seem to gravitate towards the medium, yet I have and use a large for a 3-27" monitors for CAD drawings, I have a medium connected to my 17" laptop and a small that I travel with. Tahzeachisown....:)
Nov 3, 2017 10:46:23 #
I used a tablet for a while but stuck with the mouse. Boils down to individual preferences.
Nov 3, 2017 12:37:02 #
WDCash wrote:
I have been climbing the steep learning curve for ... (show quote)
If you are still mastering Lightroom, this wouldn't be a good time to begin using a Wacom or similar tablet - they have a learning curve of their own, and it could serve to compound your frustration. Wait until you feel very comfortable using LR.
Nov 3, 2017 12:48:53 #
DWU2 wrote:
If you are still mastering Lightroom, this wouldn't be a good time to begin using a Wacom or similar tablet - they have a learning curve of their own, and it could serve to compound your frustration. Wait until you feel very comfortable using LR.
Great advice.
Nov 3, 2017 12:54:34 #
Thanks. I was thinking it would simplify things. If it's going to add it's own challages that I should postpone this additiom
Nov 3, 2017 18:37:05 #
I can recommend the Wacom Intuous Pro Medium. It will take a week or two to get used to the pen instead of a mouse, but once you’ve mastered it, you won’t bother with the mouse - I have to search for mine when somebody else needs to use my computer!
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