datortillplatta

datortillplatta or computer graphics tablet is a device used for inputting freehand drawings, handwriting, or other gestures into a computer. The user typically draws on a flat surface with a stylus, and the tablet translates the motion into digital signals that the computer interprets as pixels or vector data. The technology was first introduced in the 1970s, with Apple's Quartz or the Xerox Star tablet among the early prototypes. Since the 1980s the market has expanded to include high‑resolution pen screens, pressure‑sensitive pens, and even tablets that support tilt and rotation sensors.

A standard graphics tablet consists of a conductive surface, a sensor array or optical tracking system, and a stylus. Some models incorporate a protective covering to reduce drift and improve ergonomics.Pen tablets are commonly used by illustrators, graphic designers, digital animators, architects, and surgeons for image annotation. They are also popular in education for interactive learning and in gaming for alternative control schemes.

Technological evolution has turned many tablets into fully touch‑sensitive screens with interchangeable styluses, offering on‑screen display of the drawing surface. Major manufacturers such as Wacom, Huion, and XP-Pen supply entry‑level, professional, and gaming models. Some services integrate tablet usage through cloud‑based transfer or direct rendering on laptops. The device continues to be valued for its natural drawing feel, precision, and the ability to translate hand motion into a digital medium efficiently.