A graphic tablet is a type of tablet and computer tool that lets you write, draw or click on a flat pad using a stylus pen. Rather than using a mouse, you draw on the pad while watching your drawings and designs appear on your computer monitor. It’s designed to mimic feel of using drawing pencils on paper or in sketchbooks. Graphic tablets let you easily add layers and colours to your artwork and quickly edit mistakes.

Choosing the right graphic tablet depends on your personal needs and artistic style. The Wacom Intuos Pro is a good choice because it features pressure-sensitive pens that provide a more natural drawing experience. A graphic tablet like the Boogie Board Jot is better for note-taking, brainstorming ideas and quick sketches and outlines. You can also consider a tablet like the iPad Pro for its powerful processing capability and its access to apps like Adobe Illustrator and Procreate.

If you’re interested in creating digital art, editing photos or 3D modelling, graphic tablets are worth getting. They give you more control while creating and editing projects than a regular mouse or trackpad. Screenless graphic tablets are better for beginners who are learning and developing their skills, while tablets with screens are for more advanced users and let you draw directly on the tablet.

A drawing tablet is built specifically for creating digital art and graphic art. It features a stylus pen with pressure sensitivity, meaning that the harder you press, the thicker the line gets, like with a real pencil or paintbrush. Drawing tablets do not run mobile apps and usually need to be plugged into a computer. A regular tablet is built for general use and can be used for things like playing video games, browsing the Internet and streaming videos.

The main difference between a drawing tablet and a graphic tablet is whether it has a built-in screen. A drawing tablet features a built-in screen that lets you draw directly on your tablet without having to look at a computer monitor like a 4K monitor or a curved monitor. A graphic tablet features a solid, screenless surface and requires a separate laptop or desktop PC to use. When you draw on a graphic tablet, your designs appear on your computer’s screen.

Many graphic tablets need to be connected to a laptop or desktop computer to work. However, some advanced tablets have built-in screens or standalone features that let them work without a computer. It’s important to check the tablet’s features before purchasing. If you’re looking for a new laptop, we carry a wide selection of Windows laptops, Copilot+ PC laptops, MacBook laptops, Chromebooks, gaming laptops and refurbished laptops.