Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................

1
Product Overview ................................................................................................................................... 2
Included with your product .................................................................................................................... 3
Connection ...............................................................................................................................................3
Compatibility ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Product Settings ..............................................................................................................................................6
Driver Installation .................................................................................................................................... 6
Introduction to Driver ..............................................................................................................................9
Device Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 11
Work Area .............................................................................................................................................. 11
Screen ............................................................................................................................................ 12
Pen Display ................................................................................................................................... 14
Pen settings ...........................................................................................................................................17
Application ..................................................................................................................................... 17
Pen settings ...................................................................................................................................18
Shortcut Keys ........................................................................................................................................ 21
Driver settings ....................................................................................................................................... 22
Driver Uninstallation ............................................................................................................................. 23
FAQs ............................................................................................................................................................... 23

Introduction

Thank you for choosing XPPen Artist 2nd drawing display. This user manual is
specially designed to detail the product’s functions and features. Please read this
manual before using the product to ensure safe and proper use.
Due to the latest product improvements, content may differ from the final product and
is subject to change without prior notice.
Note: The pictures in the User Manual are for reference only. The User Manual
supplied with the device may vary depending on the model.

Product Overview

1. Lanyard hole

2. Shortcut key

3. Display/Work area

4. Power key

5. Indicator light

a. Press the power key to turn on the device. The indicator light will remain blue when
the device is on. Press the power key again to turn off the device.

b. The indicator light will turn and stay orange when the device is in standby mode.

c. To switch to drawing tablet mode, press the power key and hold for 3 seconds. The
indicator light will blink blue and orange. Press the power key again to return to
normal mode.
6. + / ‒ key

7. Full-featured USB-C port

8. 3-in-1 USB-C port

* Image is for illustrative purposes only. The positions and number of shortcut keys

may vary from model to model.

Included with your product
 Drawing Display
 Stylus
 Pen Clip
 Pen Nibs
 Power Adapter
 3-in-1 USB Cable
 Power Extension Cord
 Cleaning Cloth
 Anti-slip Gloves
 Quick Guide

Connection
You can connect the device to your computer via the following methods.

Connect the USB-A end to your computer to supply power to the device（A）. If the power
supply is insufficient, the screen of the drawing display will blink. At this moment, connect
the red USB-A end to another USB port of your computer, or to power adapter and power
supply( B).
*Power adaptors for some models are sold separately. Please purchase them if necessary or use other
adaptors
Connect via USB-C Cable
*USB-C cable is sold separately. Please purchase it if necessary.
Connect to Android phone or tablet: To check compatible phone models, please visit our
website

* Power adaptors and USB-C cables for some models are sold separately. Please purchase them if
necessary or use other power adaptors

Note:
* HDMI, the HDMI logo, and the term High Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Compatibility
Windows 7 or later
Mac OS X 10.10 or later
Android (USB3.1 DP1.2)

Chrome OS 88 or later
Linux

Product Settings
Driver Installation
To ensure the device wroks properly, please install the driver before using.
Please download the driver suitable for your product model from XPPen website
(https://www.xp-pen.com).
Notes:
1. Before installing the driver, please turn off all antivirus software and graphics
software.
2. Uninstall drivers (if any) for other drawing displays/tablets before the installation.
3. Restart your computer after the installation is completed.
4. For the best performance for your device, we recommend you install the latest
driver.
Windows：
Unzip file. Run the "exe" file as administrator, and follow the prompts to complete the
installation.
Mac：
Unzip file. Run the "dmg" file and follow the prompts to complete the installation. Go to
System Preference -> Security & Privacy -> Accessibility settings and click the lock
icon in the lower left corner to unlock the settings. Tick the checkbox on the left of the
PenTable_Driver application to enable accessibility. Then click the lock icon to lock the
settings.
If there is no PenTablet_Driver on the list, go to Library -> Application Support ->
PenDriver to add the driver manually.

Linux:
Deb: Enter command sudo dpkg -i. Drag the installation file to the window and
execute the command;
Rpm: Enter command sudo rpm -i. Drag the installation file to the window and execute
the command;
Tag.gz: Unzip file. Enter command sudo. Drag install.sh to the window and execute
command.

Introduction to Driver
The driver will run automatically after being installed. If it does not run automatically,
go to the driver folder to run it manually.
Windows: Start -> Pentablet
Mac: Application -> XP-PenPenTabletPro -> PenTablet
If the device is not connected or the connection fails, you can see the following prompt.
In this case, try to restart your computer or the driver, or contact our service staff for
support.

If the device is connected to your computer successfully, the device image and name
will be displayed in the upper left corner of the driver.
You can connect up to 3 devices via the driver at the same time. Customize a specific
device's settings after switching to that device, and all changes made will only apply to
that device.
Configuration saving:
After changing the configuration, click the "Store" button in the lower left corner of the
driver interface, otherwise, the modified configuration is valid only for the time it is
currently in use.
Device Settings

You can set the drawing display functions, including:

1. Work Area
2. Pen Settings
3. Shortcut Keys
*Functions may vary depending on the model.

Work Area
Go to Work Area and define the mapping between the device's work area and the
screen display area.
Screen

You can set the mapping between the display area of the current screen and the
device.
If multiple monitors are used in duplicate mode, the work area of the device will be
mapped to all monitors. When the pen moves in the work area, the cursor on all
monitors will move at the same time.
If multiple monitors are used in extend mode, go to the monitor tabs to select one of
the monitors that the work area of the device will be mapped to. XPPen drawing
display is selected by default.
There are two available options to set the screen mapping area:
1) Set full screen: After you select it, the device will be mapped to the whole area of
the selected monitor.
2) Customize screen area: There are three ways to customize the screen area:
 a) Drag to select an area: Drag the cursor from one point to another on the
screen.
b) Use the cursor to select an area: Select "Click to set screen area", then click
the upper left corner position and lower right corner position to select on the
screen.
c) Coordinates: Manually enter coordinates in the corresponding input boxes for
X, Y, W and H.
3) Identify: Identify all connected monitors. The numeric identifier will be displayed in
the lower left corner of each monitor.
4) Calibration: Hold the stylus in your usual way and click the center of the red cross
on the monitor to calibrate the offset between the stylus and the cursor.
Pen Display

You can set the work area of current device here. The driver enables three ways to set
the work area of the device.

1) Full area: The whole work area of the device is available.

2) Customize active area: There are three ways to customize the work area.
 a) Drag to select an area: Drag the cursor from one point to another on the
device.
b) Use the pen to select an area: Select "Click to set active area", then use stylus
to click the upper left corner position and lower right corner position on your
device.
c) Coordinates: Manually enter coordinates in the corresponding input boxes for
X, Y, W and H.
3) Proportion: Scale your device's work area and selected display area
proportionately.
For example: After selecting proportion, if your draw a circle on the device, a circle
will appear on the screen, but some part of the work area may not be used. But if
you don’t choose the proportion and draw a circle, then the circle may change into
an ellipse on the screen.
Rotation:
You can set the device to 0°, 90°, 180° and 270° clockwise for use.
Left-handed mode: Rotate 180°.
Display settings (for Windows only):
Color temperature: The driver enables five modes, i.e., 5000K, 6500K (default),
7500K, 9300K, and USER. In the USER mode, color temperature can be customized
by adjusting the R, G and B values.
Brightness, Contrast: Slide the corresponding slider to adjust the brightness and
contrast.
Pen settings
When the stylus is within the Work Area, the device will recognize the stylus and add it
to the driver. The stylus used should be compatible with the device.
Application

The driver allows you to set pen keys, shortcut keys and roller/touch functions for a
specified
application.

Select an application from the list of applications at the top of the driver, tick the
application, and then customize its pen keys, shortcut keys and roller/touch functions.
For example, if you select an application and change its configuration in the driver, the
change is valid only when you use the application. When you switch to another
application, the driver will recognize it automatically. You can add up to 7 applications.
1. Click the + icon on the top right of the application bar to open the application list;

2. Select an application to be added from the running applications or click Browse to

add from the installed applications;
3. Click "OK" to add the selected application;
4. Select an added application, and click the - icon on the top right of the application
bar to delete the application.
If you select all other applications, it will apply to other uncustomized applications.

Pen settings

Click "Customize" in the drop-down menu to go to shortcut key settings and customize
pen key functions.
Before setting shortcut key functions, tick to select any of the options under Keyboard,
Mouse Control, Others, and Run Application.
Keyboard:
You can set keyboard shortcut, for example, set it as “Alt+A” in 3D MAX, so the
alignment tool can be used.
You can set a combination of multiple keys such as Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V. When you
press the combination key, the set shortcut keys will all run once.
Windows (Command): You can add a combination key containing system key, for
example: to enter Win(Cmd)+Shift+3, you can press Shift+3 and the driver will bring
the system key automatically.
Mouse Control:
You can set mouse control and keyboard combination key. For example, if you select
Shift and Left Click, shortcut actions are enabled in the software that supports this
combination key.
Other:
Precision mode: It limits the work area to a small area. This function allows you to
draw more precisely in the area.
Run Application:
Run the selected application.
Customized name:
You can customize the name of the current key settings.
Pressure settings:
The sensitivity of pressure can be adjusted by adjusting the Output and Pen Pressure
curve or moving the slider on the progress bar.
Current pressure can test your current pen pressure.
Mouse mode:
When you move your pen out of the work area, the cursor will stay where you leave,
which is like operating a mouse. Select the mode and you can adjust the speed of the
cursor on your device. If you do not select the mode, the pen mode applies by default.
Windows Ink (for Windows only):
Windows supports the handwriting function. If you need to use this function in
Microsoft Office/Whiteboard or other software, do not turn it off.

Shortcut Keys
The number of keys varies from model to model. Please refer to the actual product.
Customize:
Click "Customize" in the drop-down menu to customize key functions. The setting
steps are the same as pen key settings (see Pen settings).

Driver settings
Disable Shortcut Keys:
Disable the functions and prompts of all keys of the device.
Disable Message:
When you press a key, no key message will be displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Disable Pressure:
You will not feel the pressure of the stylus when using the stylus.
Disable tilt:
This will disable the tilt effect of the stylus.
Import & export config:
You can import/export configurations to save and load their settings. (When you need
to import or export the changed functions, click the "Store" button on the left side of
the driver interface first to save the current configuration. This function is available for
only the same operating system.)
Diagnostic tool:
You can use the diagnostic tool in case of any problems while using the driver.

Driver Uninstallation
Windows：
Go to Start -> Settings -> Apps -> Apps & Features, find "Pentablet" and then left click
"Uninstall" as per prompts.
Mac：
Go to -> Applications, find XP-PenPentabletPro, click "UninstallPenTablet" as per
prompts.
Linux：
Deb: Enter command sudo dpkg -r xp-pen-pentablet and execute the command;
Rpm: Enter command sudo rpm -e xp-pen-pentablet and execute the command;
Tag.gz: Unzip file. Enter command sudo. Drag uninstall.sh to the window and execute
the command.

FAQs
1、 No display or black screen on a drawing display.
1) Check if the device is connected to power supply properly;
 2) Check if the cable is connected properly;
3) Check if the power indicator is blue. If not, check the cable and restart the
device;
4) If the signal is unstable, check if the cable port is stable.
2、 Computer fails to recognize the device.
1) Check if your computer's USB port used works normally. If not, use another
USB port.
3、Stylus does not work.
1) Make sure you are using the stylus that originally came with your device;
2) Make sure you installed the driver correctly, and check if the pen settings of the
driver is normal.
4、The drawing software cannot sense the pen pressure while the cursor can move.
1) Check if the drawing software supports pen pressure;
2) Download the latest driver installation files from XPPen website, and check if
the pen pressure is normal in the driver;
3) Before installing the driver, turn off your antivirus software and graphics
software;
4) Uninstall drivers for other drawing displays before installation;
5) Restart your computer after the installation is completed;
6) If the pen pressure is normal in the driver (Windows: ensure Windows Ink is
enabled in the pen settings of the driver), run the drawing software and test it
again.
5、Cursor offsets.
1) Calibrate the pen with the driver.
6、Line latency during drawing with the software.
1) Check if the computer configuration (CPU&GPU) meets the recommended
configuration requirements for the drawing software installed, and optimize
related functions via settings according to the FAQs posted on the official
website of the drawing software.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.

If you need any further assistance, please contact us at:

Website : www.xp-pen.com
Email: [email protected]