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Post by 0128028 on May 9, 2013 19:47:06 GMT -5
Just got my Sensu stylus/brush and AM liking it.
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Post by blackrose2890 on May 10, 2013 9:33:42 GMT -5
I don't have a stylus, and would like to purchase one.
Reading all your comments about the different stylus brands you have is very informative. (The pros, cons, and other stuff you find in using your stylus). Thanks for the veluable info.
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Post by dounome on May 18, 2013 12:44:46 GMT -5
dounome, nothing to forgive. We're all learning here. I couldn't have answered your question a couple of weeks ago. Gently pop off the clear plastic disc. Then add a tiny, tiny, tiny little dab to the tip of the stylus point. Reattach the clear plastic disc and you're off and running. EchindaQ warned that he initially put too much on the point and it ended up breaking through the plastic disc so just the tiniest amount will do. Let us know how it works! Hello Again, K3LLI Wanted to say thank you for explaining that to me. I did not reply to you sooner because I just recently did it. I finally had somebody help me because very body thought it would break. I put a tiny, tiny bit of compound and it drew smooth for a little while. Then it started skipping. Do you think I might have not added enough or maybe because my protection screen has scratches? If I have to add more do I clean what's there first or just add a tiny bit more? Any help is appreciated,
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Post by K3LLI on May 18, 2013 17:46:29 GMT -5
My understanding is that you have to add some more every now and then. I don't think you have to remove the old...just add a little more like you did the first time. If you were able to draw completely smoothly with no skips for a little while then it probably is not the protective sheet.
I'm not sure if scratches on a protective sheet can cause it to skip....does anyone else have experience with that?
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Post by pillowpistol on May 19, 2013 21:46:31 GMT -5
I don't have a stylus, and would like to purchase one. Reading all your comments about the different stylus brands you have is very informative. (The pros, cons, and other stuff you find in using your stylus). Thanks for the veluable info. I'll be curious on what you select. I'll also enjoy seeing what you make with it.
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Post by abbyfizz on May 23, 2013 13:49:15 GMT -5
I've read a lot about what u guys have said about your stylus opinions and stuff but I have a question. Do any of your styluses scratch your screen (protecter)? I think mine does.... I've thought almost chose a fine pointed stylus but my Grandma, who was gonna get the stylus for me, read the reviews on those types and said that people were upset on how it scratched their screens... I have a feeling that the blunt ones do too. ESPECIALLY if there is dust on the stylus and you use it... Sorry, not trying to be negative here. Just wondering what your guys' experience was....
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Post by regcas on May 23, 2013 23:13:16 GMT -5
Thanks for all of you stylus "tips" guys! I also use my finger because the stylus doesn't always work with my ipad. But my handwriting sucks because of if unfortunately. Thanks for following me with all my flaws. I love you guys and hope that the makers of DQ'S go to remedial app school and fix all the wonkiness (as dr cupcake would say). We sure put up with a lot of their flaws. Dentition island for them. And NO SOUP! Love y'all and your drawing expertise.
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Post by iflowerbed2 on May 24, 2013 0:32:11 GMT -5
Regcas, you draw fine without a stylus!. Loved your Draw Quest U campus map.
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uineya
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Post by uineya on May 30, 2013 16:41:51 GMT -5
abbyfizz, as for the Jot styus, no, it will not scratch the screen by itself. The problem is not the styluses, but dirt on the screen.The Jot plastic tip is very well made, but dust, sand, crumbs trapped under the tip can scratch it.
The bad and good news is that this happens with hard styluses, soft ones, with the finger... On a clean screen, the stylus will skate gently, even using it with energy. That's the secret.
Anyway, never mind the stylus. always use a screen protector. Even if you only use the finger. It will cheaper than replacing a scratched glass. i change mine every 4 to 6 months. And believe me, i use the stylus a lot. It worth it.
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uineya
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Post by uineya on May 30, 2013 16:47:18 GMT -5
And for the Jot Stylus users, a silly but effective tutorial. How to improve your Jot Stylus, in 1 minute, on your kitchen. An alternative to the thermal paste or solder liquids, that everyone can try at home just now.
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Post by corky3240 on Jun 1, 2013 11:20:40 GMT -5
Thought I would offer an opinion on my stylus. I use a Maglus, I bought it direct from the makers in Ireland. I found it to be a bit more precise than my Bamboo and find the magnet feature very handy for keeping track of the stylus. I stick it on my Smart Cover and it is always there when I need it. I have become so accustomed to using the stylus that it feels weird to use just my finger.
I did have an issue with the pads on the sides slipping and asked the makers how to reglue them so they would not slip. They were considerate enough to send me a complete new Maglus because I was having an issue. I feel they exceeded my expectations and went above what you would expect from a manufacturer.
Here is the website if you would like to check them out.
Applydea.com
Corky
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Post by hochsten on Jun 4, 2013 6:55:23 GMT -5
In April, Echidnaq provided some great tips how to repair a Jot Pro Stylus which loses its 'smoothness' over time. His trick is coating the tip with thermal conductivity fluid. As I found it hard to find this fluid in Belgium, I researched some further and found in a hardware forum a cheaper trick: use a bit of tooth paste (!). My new replacement nib was suddenly transformed from an awful drawing tool to a smooth stylus!
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Post by heap241 on Jun 12, 2013 1:08:53 GMT -5
Now.. I probably shouldn't be posting without reading this whole thread but I read 3 pages of it haha. While reading I saw the idea of making your own stylus and thought it very creative and cool. We are an art community anyway so not being creative with a stylus is almost a crime. So, I bought this cheap $5 stylus at big lots about two months or so ago and the tip has just about completely fallen off. Now I used to draw completely with my fingers which resulted in raw bruised finger tips, unless I put a thin clothe under my finger but then there was hardly any visibility, so I'm not too keen on going back to that, Anyway, I watched some videos and did some research and found a few things I wanted to share! First the links.. This first link teaches you how to make a stylus out of a pencil, gum wrappers and possibly a knife and tape. I'm not sure how effective it'll be with drawing but we'll see! modmyi.com/forums/ipod-touch-general-chat/25568-home-made-stylus-touch-iphone.htmlThis second link teaches you how to make a stylus out of copper wire from an old cord, a cheap pen and a kitchen sponge. This one looks pretty promising for drawing. www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/tablets/3348897/how-make-stylus/This third link teaches you how to make a stylus out of a mechanical pencil and aluminum foil, the created actually used this for drawing apps so there is proof that it works. snapguide.com/guides/make-a-simple-iphone-stylus/Now finally the picture instructions, teaching you how to make a stylus with letter paper, aluminum foil, glue and tape. I really hope this helps. For me personally who can't afford to keep getting styluses every time mine breaks, I know this will help me. Good luck everyone!
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Post by K3LLI on Jun 12, 2013 7:33:33 GMT -5
Heap, let us know if you try any of these and how they work!
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Post by heap241 on Jun 12, 2013 14:32:08 GMT -5
Will do, I plan on hitting the dollar store and big lots today to get some materials. I'm only worried about getting my screen scratched so ill buy another cheap stylus while I'm at big lots as well. (For those that don't know what big lots is, it's like a cheaper department store for off brand items)
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Post by heap241 on Jun 15, 2013 14:41:24 GMT -5
Sorry guys, I haven't had a chance to do these yet but I'm trying to find the time and money for all the materials.
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Post by K3LLI on Jun 16, 2013 10:48:29 GMT -5
Sorry guys, I haven't had a chance to do these yet but I'm trying to find the time and money for all the materials. No worries, heap. If you ever do try it out, let us know. But if you don't, that's okay too!
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Post by wilso on Jun 20, 2013 23:19:01 GMT -5
echidnaq the tip on using "thermal conductivity fluid" worked a treat for me. Thanks for the "heads up"
cheers wilso
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Post by kercal on Jul 7, 2013 10:27:32 GMT -5
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Post by regcas on Aug 20, 2013 20:00:08 GMT -5
Hi guys. I don't know who I mentioned this to but I said if I got a new stylus or two that I would let you know my opinions. Because a lot of you like the Jot Pro. I decided I would buy one. But then someone mentioned that a new stylus similar to the Jot had just come out. Called the Go Smart. Same clear tip in tiny nib as the Jot Pro but a little cheaper. Amazon will let you send them back if you don't like them. So I also tried the Go Smart. It has much better control and precision than the Jot Pro in my opinion. It also doesn't skip or sputter or lose contact with the ipad, so far the jot did the very first day. So if you are wondering what's new and like a Jot but better. Try the Go Smart. If you don't like it you can send it back on Amazon. It's around 26 dollars and the Jot is 40.00 bucks. Let me know if this helps anyone.
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