How to Use Lenovo Active Pen – Spacehop

The Lenovo Active Pen is a pen designed for select models of Lenovo notebooks. It allows users to draw and take notes like a regular pencil with a host of additional features and improved levels of pressure sensitivity.

For new buyers who wonder how to use lenovo active pen, you need to pair the pen first. click the start button, then select settings > devices > bluetooth and amplifier; other devices. now hold down the top button of the active pen and wait until the led indicator starts flashing white. After that choose the pen from available bluetooth devices on your device and select “pair”.

how to use lenovo active pen features

You can use different buttons on the Lenovo Active Pen to fully use the stylus to draw and paint, take notes, and do more creative work. To learn how to use the Lenovo Active Pen properly, you must first understand the different pen button functions.

The default pen button functions are as follows. however, you can customize them to match your requirements. the top button is located at the end of the pen. the barrel buttons are the two shoulder buttons.

default pen button functions

• tap the screen while holding the top barrel button: right-click
• supported apps, hold the lower barrel button button to remove the object: delete.
• top button (for pens with top buttons only once they have been paired with a desktop computer): In supported apps, press and hold the bottom barrel button to remove the object: delete.
• with a single click: Open the windows ink workspace control panel.
• if you double click, you will get the following results: take a screenshot and send it to onenote.

You can use the Lenovo Pen with compatible applications on the computer after connecting the computer and the Lenovo Pen. by tapping the top button of the pen, you can instantly access various functions.

how to customize lenovo active pen button functions

You can also modify the default pen settings or button functions by installing the Lenovo Pen Settings app or the Wacom Pen app on your desktop.

the top button feature for pens that have only the top button can be customized with windows 10 pen & windows ink or lenovo pen setup app. We suggest using Lenovo’s dedicated pen app to customize button functions. You can make custom edits to the barrel button functions in the Lenovo Settings app or the Wacom Pen app.

You can choose customization, such as which dominant hand (left or right) you want to use, and customize supported pen input effects, shortcut buttons, and app controls.

how to customize pen button functions with lenovo settings app

On your desktop, you need to install the Lenovo Pen Setup application. The app allows you to customize pen buttons, pressure, and tilt sensitivity.

You can customize the top barrel buttons and change the course of action to different applications you want to access instantly. these are the pen button press options you get after successfully pairing the active pen with your desktop.

for example, you can customize the single click to open apps like onenote, sketchpad, sticky notes and more. Likewise, double-clicking the button can be customized to trigger features like sending screenshots to a note or launching apps like SketchPad, Screen Sketch, and more.

Similarly, if you hold down the top barrel button, you can open Cortana on your windows desktop, keystrokes, and more.

Note: Depending on the version of the application and the design of the pen, the functionalities in the table above may differ.

how to customize pen button functions with wacom pen app

Lenovo Active Pens are also compatible with the Wacom Pen Application as they use Wacom Pen technology. this means you can alternatively download the wacom pen app to modify the functions of the pen buttons.

You can customize the top button, top barrel button, and bottom barrel button of the pen in the wacom pen app. The app works in the same way as the Lenovo Settings app. You can assign the same functions to different buttons, as shown in the table in the Lenovo Settings app.

You can configure each button with different functions in click once, double click, press & long press on the dropdown list to choose one of the functions. you can assign each function to actions like open windows ink workspace, crop & sketches and other tools.

presentation mode on lenovo active pen

In the lenovo pen settings app, there is an option called “enable presentation mode”. This feature is very useful during presentations as it enables the Lenovo Active Pen to automatically control slides or pages with one or two clicks.

for example, the page goes down with a single click of the pen, while a double click makes the page up . To use this feature, make sure it is enabled in the app.

lenovo active pen scroll mode

just like presentation mode, you’ll find the “scroll click” option next to the upper and lower barrel button in the lenovo settings app.

When Enabled: Scroll click (when active) performs the button function without the need to touch the screen with the pen tip. you can single-click, double-click, or long-press the buttons to activate the features.

when disabled: hover click (when not active) limits the functionality of the button when the pen tip touches the screen, you must touch the pen tip to the screen of your device to use the buttons and enable the functions.

radial menu settings

the barrel button on the lenovo active pen activates the radial menu function. By enabling this feature, you get a floating popup menu on your device screen that offers custom functionality with a single click and tap.

Under the radial menu settings, you will find the following customizable features in the pie-shaped radial wedges:

• play/pause
• volume up
• next track
• screen sketch
• mute
• sketchpad
• previous track
• volume down

lenovo active pen 1 settings

The Lenovo Active Pen 1 is designed to mimic the feel of a pen and paper on a screen. It offers pinpoint accuracy, palm rejection and Wacom technology to make your touchscreen yoga laptops feel even better. as a result, it boasts 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity. the only drawback is the lack of bluetooth connectivity.

Please note that Lenovo Active Pens are only compatible with displays that support touchscreen functionality. so if you have normal screen laptop, this pen will not work on it.

step 1. assemble the pen

lenovo includes a battery with the package, which you must insert before activating the pen. it is easy to attach a bottle opener from the top section of the pen. Then use the usb port to connect to your laptop as it keeps the pen closer and helps in overall connectivity.

step 2. download and install lenovo pen setup app (or wacom pen app)

installing lenovo pen setup app or wacom pen app is important to customize button functions. go to the microsoft store on your laptop and search for the app. download and install the app.

step 3. customize the barrel buttons

The Lenovo Active Pen has two side buttons called the Upper Barrel Button and the Lower Barrel Button.

• Top Barrel Button: Hold down this button and then tap the screen to activate the right-click function. this is the default function.
• Bottom Barrel Button: Press and hold this button and then tap the screen to activate the wipe functionality on selected apps. this is the default function.

You can customize these buttons for different functions. Simply open the Lenovo Pen Settings app and start customizing button functions, pressure sensitivity, presentation mode, showing battery status, and more. Once you are done customizing, you will be able to use the Lenovo Active Pen 1 on your device.

step 4. battery and tip replacement

lenovo offers an extra battery and a tip with the stylus pen. keep them safe and use them when your existing battery or tip starts to run out. You will need to change the battery when the LED indicator on your pen starts flashing during use.

lenovo active pen 2 settings

The successor to the Lenovo Active Pen 1 is called the Lenovo Active Pen 2. Unlike its predecessor, the Active Pen 2 comes with Bluetooth connectivity, improved pressure sensitivity backed by 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity, and more. Although significantly improved over the first generation, the setup process remains the same.

step 1. assemble the pen

You will find a USB holder, a pen battery and two coin batteries when you take the pen out of the box. As a result, before connecting with a laptop, you need to assemble the pen. the whole assembly part is a bit complex. Please watch the video below to add a battery and repair the pen.

step 2. download and install lenovo pen setup app (or wacom pen app)

After setting up the pen, go to the microsoft store on your laptop and install the lenovo setup app. alternatively, you can also install the wacom pen app.

step 3. customize the barrel buttons

the lenovo active pen 2 has only one upper and one lower barrel button. You can use the Lenovo Settings app to customize these buttons with the desired functions.

step 4. battery and tip replacement

the lenovo settings app tells you about the status of your battery. you can use the extra battery you received with the stylus pen to replace it. similarly, you can use replacement tips when your existing one begins to depreciate.

conclusion

lenovo active pens work great for creative tasks like drawing, painting, photo editing and more. they bring the functionality of a stylus to laptops. If you plan to buy a Lenovo Active Pen, make sure your PC or laptop is compatible with it.

We hope our guide on how to use lenovo active pen helps you to set up and use the pen effectively. tell us in the comments!