I dusted off my little used graphics table last night, updated the drivers, and installed it on the laptop which I mostly use for the net these days.
I'd forgotten how good it was to use the graphics tablet to navigate the web. I dislke the mouse, and absolutely HATE using the touchpad.
The graphics tablet has this pencil type thing which replaces the mouse, and a scroll wheel for scrolling up and down. You can also write characters in freehand, which are converted to computer characters. (but I must admit that typing on the keyboard is quicker)
I have a VIACOM Graphire 4. (EDIT it's a WACOM)
It's magic.
If you've never used one of these thingies for the internet, give it a try. you'll probably love it.
Cheers,
Eric G.
I used to use my graphics tablet for the same sort of thing, but then my brother stole it back.
I smiled at this Anti. It wasn't actually yours then, was it? Your brother reclaimed what was his
And nice one Eric. I've never used one. I favour the mouse but perhaps I should try a graphics pad out. I like technology. The fact that I can't work a lot of if does not reduce my fascination
Would love to pick up a graphic tablet... I'm not crazy about this touchpad at all.
I bought a Wacom graphics tablet quite a while ago. And my wife stole it off me.
IDK. Never tried a tablet. I am pretty happy with a good mouse. Don't like touchpad, but can live with it for some time if needed. What really drives me nuts is IBM-style stick, that is on my wife's work notebook. Grrrrrr...
Is that the thing right in the middle of the keys?
We used to call that a clit-mouse
P.S. LOVING my Wacom pen interface. Much more natural and intuitive than a mouse or trackpad.
cheers, Eric G.
lol Eric. You're on form. Or maybe not. No man knows where that is so I doubt most guys have even noticed the fact that there may be one straight in front of their ... face
My mind is currently boggling at the mental images
I see you are resorting to your male-ness. Your mind is stooping low. Good chap
*loves having an occasion to stereotype*
Hello stalker You sent this into my inbox. You have issues. And I hope you didn't leave anything weird or trippy on my profile.
How many times did that person post that? Like seven times?!
Please don't stalk me. I haven't done anything wrong! I promise! We were only talking about mice and graphics tablets!
Yes, I love my ol' Intuos 2 Wacom tablet. I don't do digital artwork anymore so I don't use it much, but I did enjoy using the pen as a mouse. I need to order some new tips, hmm.
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