

The image is shown on the computer monitor, though some graphic tablets now also incorporate an LCD screen for more realistic or natural experience and usability.

The device consists of a rough surface upon which the user may "draw" or trace an image using the attached stylus, a pen-like drawing apparatus.

Capturing data in this way, by tracing or entering the corners of linear polylines or shapes, is called digitizing. It can also be used to trace an image from a piece of paper that is taped or otherwise secured to the tablet surface. These tablets may also be used to capture data or handwritten signatures. A graphic tabletĪ graphics tablet (also known as a digitizer, digital graphic tablet, pen tablet, drawing tablet, external drawing pad or digital art board) is a computer input device that enables a user to hand-draw images, animations and graphics, with a special pen-like stylus, similar to the way a person draws images with a pencil and paper. For the mobile device, see Tablet computer.
