Pen‑Based Sketching
If you're running TOTAL Sketch on a tablet version of Windows, you have the ability to sketch using digital ink, or using a stylus in Pen Mode ‑ literally drawing the sketch as if on a clipboard. If you're running TOTAL Sketch inside of WinTOTAL, TOTAL, or another formfilling software, you simply use the mouse and keyboard to sketch instead.
To set up your device for TOTAL Sketch a stylus, or Pen Mode:
In a file, open the Sketch PowerView, or open TOTAL Sketch from your desktop.
With your sketch program open, click the gear icon for your global Preferences, located in the top right corner.
In the Preferences window, under the General tab, select Pen Mode, then click OK.
From the toolbar, select the drawing mode that's appropriate for your situation. Modes include:
Draw Mode — This is intended for use when you want to draw a new area in a sketch. Click Draw in the main sketch toolbar to begin drawing your sketch.
Modify Mode — This is used when you need to adjust part of an existing sketch. Click Modify in the main sketch toolbar to begin modifying your existing sketch.
Pan Mode — This mode allows you to pan your image left, right, up, or down, by clicking and dragging within your sketch area.
Then, draw or modify your sketch as necessary and remember to save your sketch before closing your file.
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