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Suppose you are an ambidextrous writer, who loves the look and feel of fountain pens. Choosing your pen, ink, and paper is not a trivial thing. I will share some of my own experiences. Tradeoffs The main reason to use a fountain pen is a totally customizable writing experience. If you do not write much …
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The way you hold a pen has long been a topic of interest for educators, handwriting experts, and even psychologists. The connection between pen grip and handwriting style is not just a matter of technique but also a reflection of personal habits and cognitive processes. In this article, we will explore the fundamental aspects of …
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What is the fastest way to generate notes? The question is very simple, the answer can be complex. The main question to ask here: how will the notes be used? Our own training is also very important. Dictation, pen, or keyboard? We can speak pretty fast. Between 200 and 300 words per minute can be …
A pencil is a strange tool. They are graded in letters H for hardness and B for blackness. The most popular pencils are just in the middle of the range. But you will find exceptional tools on the fringes. Some pens will die in no time, others will serve for 25 years. There are even …
In our courses, we ask students to make highlights and markings as they read. But we never explained the technical part of it. What is the most effective way to make the marking? Here we will share some of our favorite ways, and clearly, you may have better ideas. What markers do we need? There …
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How can we use our pens for doodling? A ballpoint pen or mechanical pencil can produce a good doodle, but a fountain pen or a lead holder can help in generating real art. I will try to share some perspectives. For more ideas check out here. Why doodle? Doodling has several benefits. So, even if your …
Who needs a stylus, a digital pen, or a pen-like mouse? Since these devices are mass-produced, I guess there is a real demand for them. Or maybe people simply want to have an option? Maybe we have an option, but do not really understand how to use it? Let us find out! The touch screen …
The setup is simple. We have the QWERTY keyboard and a big screen in front of us. There is a mouse and a secondary screen on the right side of the body. If we are lucky there is a third pivoted screen on our left, and the notebook under it. Now what? Why the obvious …
I am considering a new business. For a couple of weeks, I have been working with friends and family members trying to reimagine one of the most common and wildly used items: a pen. This is a creativity exercise with a very real expected output. Join me on my quest for the perfect pen. Knives, …
Is there such a thing as an ideal size and shape? Probably not, not even for a pen. However, there may be an ideal shape for a purpose. For me, a pen is more than just a pen. It is a productivity device, a quintessential tool of a knowledge worker before computers. The tradeoffs easily explained …