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Graphics Tablet

Also known as: Drawing Tablet, Pen Tablet, Digitiser Tablet

An input device consisting of a flat surface on which a user draws or points with a stylus to interact with a computer. Graphics tablets translate the position and pressure of the stylus into cursor movements on screen. For users with motor impairments who find a mouse difficult to control, a tablet-with-stylus can provide an alternative pointing method, though research shows its effectiveness varies depending on the task and the user's physical capabilities.

Category: Hardware · Assistive technology

Related: Human Interface Device · Stylus · Touchscreen · Motor control

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