Rest your hand on the screen, like you would on a piece of paper, then start writing. Ready to write your ideas, take notes, and be more productive with ink? Get started with these apps. Open pen settings Try these apps with your pen If you want to change the top button shortcuts, change the hand you write with, or change other pen settings, go to Change pen settings for more info. You can also check your battery level on the Pen tab in the Surface app. Once open, select the Pen tab to adjust the pen pressure. If the app doesn't open, get it from the Microsoft Store. To open it, select Start, enter surface, and select it to open the app. Use the Surface app to check your pen pressure settings.

To change these shortcuts, select Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Pen & Windows Ink. The top button does different things depending on how you interact with the button.

Once your pen is paired, you'll be able to use the top button. Select your pen to pair it to your Surface. Press and hold the top button of your pen for 5-7 seconds until the LED flashes white to turn on Bluetooth pairing mode. Select Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Add device > Bluetooth. Your pen uses Bluetooth to pair with your Surface. Use the top button of your pen Pair Surface Pen Note: Some actions vary based on the app or feature of Windows you're using. Press and hold the side button, then drag your pen over the items you want to select. Then move the item to where you want it to go. Place your pen on an item and hold it there until the circle around the pointer completes. Press and hold the side button, then tap on the item. Here are some actions you can start with. Your pen can be used throughout Windows, similar to how you would use a mouse or keyboard. To learn how to use it, go to Get to know the touch keyboard. If you want to write instead of typing on a keyboard, you can use the touch keyboard that appears on the screen. To erase, turn your pen over and rub the end of your pen over your writing or drawing. Use the pointer that appears under your pen tip to guide you while you ink. Your Surface is designed to ignore your hand and other inputs while you write. To see which apps to start with, go to the section Try these apps with your Pen. Use your Surface Pen in any app that supports inking.

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