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How to Enlarge the OneNote Drawing Toolbar in Full-Screen View
Question details
The user wants to make the drawing tools in OneNote larger and more accessible while working in full-screen mode on a drawing tablet, without having to change the overall Windows display scaling or screen resolution.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote
- Device & OS
- Windows 10
- Scenario
- Using a drawing tablet with OneNote in full-screen mode for note-taking or sketching.
- Observed behavior
- The default drawing toolbar appears too small or is difficult to interact with using a tablet pen in the standard full-screen view.
Ensure you are using OneNote for Windows 10 or the latest Microsoft 365 version of OneNote, as older desktop versions may not support all modern pen features.
Enable Pen-Focused View in OneNote
Use the built-in Pen-Focused View to get a specialized, easy-to-tap drawing toolbar designed specifically for tablet users in full-screen mode.
Pen-Focused View is a dedicated full-screen mode in OneNote that brings your drawing tools and pens to the forefront. It eliminates the need to change your system-wide display scaling, providing a distraction-free canvas with comfortably sized tools tailored for stylus input.
Open OneNote for Windows 10 and select the notebook page you want to work on. Click on the 'Draw' tab located in the top ribbon.
Click on 'Full Page View' or the 'Expand' icon in the upper right corner to enter the full-screen mode.
Once in full-screen, the Pen-Focused View will display a dedicated toolbar for your pens and drawing tools, making them much easier to select with a stylus.
Tap on any pen icon in the toolbar to access 'Pen Settings', where you can easily customize the pen size and ink color to suit your drawing needs.
Try WPS Office for Your Document and Annotation Needs
If you are looking for a highly compatible and lightweight alternative to Microsoft Office, WPS Office offers a comprehensive suite for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF files. It features excellent PDF annotation and drawing tools that are perfect for tablet users, delivering a smooth experience without the heavy resource demands.
- 1. Download and Install: Visit the official WPS Office website to download the free, lightweight installer for your device.
- 2. Open Your Files: Launch WPS Office and open your existing Microsoft Office or PDF documents without losing any formatting.
- 3. Use Annotation Tools: Navigate to the Comment or Edit tabs within the PDF reader to access drawing and highlighting tools for your tablet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change the OneNote toolbar size without changing Windows display scaling?
Yes, by utilizing the Pen-Focused View in OneNote for Windows 10, the drawing tools become larger and more optimized for touch and pen input without altering your system's global display scaling.
Why don't I see the Pen-Focused View in my OneNote?
Pen-Focused View is specifically available in OneNote for Windows 10 and newer Microsoft 365 versions. If you are using an older version, such as OneNote 2016, this specific full-screen drawing interface may not be available.
How do I customize the pen color and thickness in Pen-Focused View?
While in the Pen-Focused View, simply tap on any pen icon on the toolbar to open a drop-down menu. From there, you can select your preferred ink color and adjust the thickness using the plus and minus options.
