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# Pen Displays: how to hold the pen

Here is how I hold my stylus while using a 24-inch pen display.

### Like an analog brush

Apply pen pressure with pointer finger

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### Use the whole arm for movement

And use fingers for small detail, no need to use the wrist

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Note: I had to sit in an awkward way for the camera, so there were some wobble with the lines.
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