About stylus input
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A stylus enables users to interact with apps comfortably and with pinpoint
accuracy for note‑taking, sketching, working with productivity apps, and
just relaxing and having fun with games and entertainment apps.
Topics
The stylus input documentation provides guidance on the following topics:
- Handwritten input in text entry fields
- Advanced stylus features such as stylus pressure, orientation, tilt, hover,
and palm detection
- Stylus support in note-taking apps
Prerequisites
The stylus input guidance assumes a basic understanding of the following Android
APIs and components:
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Last updated 2024-05-09 UTC.
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