A touch pen, also known as a stylus pen or Stylus Pen, is a metal tool with a rubber tip that can be used to write, draw, or play games on touch screen devices. There are pens that work exclusively on certain phones or tablets, while others are compatible with multiple devices. According to published statistics, 53% of mobile phone users use Android phones and 36% use iPhone phones. Only 11% of people use a simple mobile phone without a touch screen; Therefore, it can be said that stylus pens can have many customers all over the world. Of course, it should be noted that some smartphones and tablets are marketed with a stylus pen.
Active or resistive touch pen
These types of pens often have electronic components that provide different functions and customizable options. Also, a professional drawing pen can register different degrees of pressure, which is reflected as thinner or bolder strokes or darker and lighter colors when drawing. The active pen design includes built-in electronics and features such as built-in memory, electric eraser, and pressure sensitivity. The pressure sensitivity of the pen is such that depending on the amount of pressure you apply, thinner or thicker lines are created.
Passive touch pen or capacitive pen
Just like a passive pen, you can tap or write on the touch screen using a passive pen, also called a capacitive pen. However, unlike the active pen, this type of pen does not have touch sensitivity or electronic components. A capacitive pen simply transfers electrical charge from your finger to the screen; Just like what your finger does when working with a touch screen.
What are the uses of the stylus pen?
Stylus pen is used for many reasons. Sometimes, users can simply perform daily tasks related to their smartphone with a stylus. Some other users also use the pen to be creative on their smartphone or tablet. In addition, many users use pens when drawing because they offer a good level of creative control and don't leave any marks or smudges like a pencil. Doing this with a finger can be very difficult. The stylus pen has many uses, among which the following can be mentioned: 🟨 very practical to use in the cold of winter 🟨 Quick and easy note taking 🟨 prevents scratches on the screen for people with long nails 🟨 Making much more precise movements than the finger while playing