Using xsetwacom, these can be assigned with one command each.įirst, get the ID of your pad from your device list again using xsetwacom -list devices. For my setup, I want the four buttons across the top to be “Draw Bezier curves and straight lines,” “Select and transform objects,” “Raise object,” and “Lower object.” The key combinations for each of these are Shift-F6, F1, Page Down, and Page Up. First, figure out the keystrokes you want each button to do. The buttons on your Intuos pad can be set to anything you like with a single command each.
Now use the Wacom Intuos (Pro) drawing tablet as an input device for your Windows or Mac operating system. Choose the version that suits the operating system you use (Windows or Mac).
Download and install the Wacom driver on your computer via the Wacom website. Once Inkscape reloads, your lines should match up with your pen location on the screen. Use the included USB cable to connect the drawing tablet to your computer. Inkscape Edit > Preferences... > Input/Output > Input devices Next, go to Edit > Preferences and find “Input Devices” under “Input/Output.” Ensure “Switch tool based on tablet device (requires restart)” is checked, then restart Inkscape. Click into each one and set its Mode to “Screen,” then click Save. If not, make sure “Use pressure-sensitive tablet (requires restart)” is clicked below the list and restart Inkscape.Įxpand your list of Wacom inputs. You should see your tablet with an expander to its left.
A pane will pop out on the right with your current devices. Inkscape input methodĮven though your cursor is now showing up in the correct location, your lines in Inkscape may not.
Hopefully you’ve brushed up on your fractions! Just remember on each axis if your cursor is going farther than you want then you need a bigger number, and vice versa. If your monitors aren’t the same resolution or your input area isn’t matching up to your monitor size, you’ll have to do a little math.
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