How to Draw and Add Text in Word on Samsung Galaxy Tab S7
Question details
The user wants to know how to use drawing tools with an S Pen to annotate or draw in a Word document on an Android tablet.
- Product
- Microsoft Word for Android
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Annotating or sketching directly inside a Word document using a stylus (S Pen).
- Observed behavior
- The user needs to locate the drawing tools and enable the feature to draw or write freely on the document pages.
Ensure your Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 has its S Pen paired and charged, and verify that you have the latest version of the Word app installed from the Google Play Store.
Using the Draw with Pen Feature in Word for Android
Activate the built-in drawing tools in Microsoft Word to freely write or sketch using your S Pen.
Microsoft Word for Android includes dedicated drawing capabilities that seamlessly integrate with active styluses like the S Pen. Accessing these tools allows you to write, highlight, and draw directly onto your document's pages.
Launch the Microsoft Word app on your Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 and open the document you wish to edit.
Tap the three-dot menu (vertical ellipsis) located in the upper-right corner of the screen.
From the drop-down list, select the "Draw with Pen" option.
Use the newly appeared toolbar at the bottom of the screen to choose your preferred pen type, ink color, and stroke thickness.
Use your S Pen to write, draw, or annotate directly on the document canvas.
Annotate and Draw Smoothly with WPS Office on Android
WPS Office provides a fully optimized mobile experience for tablets, allowing you to easily use your S Pen or other styluses to draw, highlight, and annotate Word documents smoothly.
- 1. Open the document in WPS Office: Download and launch WPS Office on your Samsung Galaxy Tab S7, then open your Word document (.docx).
- 2. Navigate to the Tools menu: Tap the 'Tools' icon located at the bottom left or top of your screen to open the feature ribbon.
- 3. Select the Pen tool: Swipe to the 'Pen' or 'Draw' tab and tap to activate the drawing mode.
- 4. Customize and draw: Choose your ink color and thickness, then use your S Pen to write or draw freely over the document text.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Draw option missing or greyed out in my Word app?
The 'Draw with Pen' option may be unavailable if the document is in Read-Only mode or if it is saved in an older format like .doc. Try saving a copy of the document as a modern .docx file and ensure you have editing permissions.
Can I convert my handwritten S Pen text to typed text?
Yes, on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7, you can use the Samsung Keyboard's built-in 'S Pen to text' feature. This allows you to handwrite in any text input field and automatically converts your handwriting into digital typed text.
How do I erase my drawings in Word on Android?
Once you have selected the 'Draw with Pen' mode, look for the Eraser icon in the drawing toolbar at the bottom of the screen. Tap the Eraser tool and swipe over the strokes you wish to delete.
Will my drawings be visible if I open the document on a computer?
Yes, any drawings and annotations you make using the Android app are embedded directly into the .docx file format. They will remain fully visible and editable when you open the file in Microsoft Word or WPS Office on a Windows or Mac computer.
