How to Fix Huion Switch Brush Not Working in OneNote for Windows 10
Question details
Users are unable to use the Huion stylus button to switch between the pen and eraser tools in OneNote for Windows 10.
- Product
- OneNote for Windows 10
- Device & OS
- Windows 10
- Scenario
- Attempting to take notes or draw using a Huion tablet after a recent Windows update or driver reinstallation.
- Observed behavior
- The Switch Brush shortcut works normally in other applications like Microsoft Whiteboard, but fails to activate the eraser tool in OneNote for Windows 10.
Ensure your Huion tablet is properly connected via USB or Bluetooth, and test the pen button in another app like Microsoft Whiteboard to confirm the hardware itself is functioning correctly.
Update Drivers and Re-map the Pen Button
Updating your Huion driver and explicitly assigning the eraser command can restore compatibility with Windows Ink applications.
Sometimes a Windows 10 update modifies how Windows Ink handles stylus inputs. Installing the latest driver from Huion ensures you have the most recent bug fixes and API integrations.
Visit the official Huion support website, locate your specific tablet model (e.g., H950P), and download the latest driver for Windows 10.
Uninstall any older drivers, restart your PC, install the newly downloaded driver, and open the Huion Tablet application.
Click on the 'Digital Pen' tab in the application interface to view the button configurations for your stylus.
Click on the lower or upper button on the pen graphic. Set its function to 'Switch Brush' or manually map it to the 'E' keystroke (the standard Windows shortcut for the eraser tool).
Switch to the Standard Desktop Version of OneNote
Bypass the UWP app bug entirely by using the fully featured OneNote desktop app, which generally offers better hardware compatibility.
Use an AutoHotkey (AHK) Workaround
Use a custom script to force the pen button to manually select the eraser tool if driver updates fail to resolve the UWP app issue.
Experience Seamless Digital Inking with WPS Office
If OneNote for Windows 10 continues to have compatibility issues with your drawing tablet, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides an all-in-one suite for your document and note-taking needs, with excellent support for digital inking across PDFs, Word documents, and presentations.
- 1. Download and Install: Get WPS Office from the official website and run the quick installation.
- 2. Open your Document or PDF: Launch WPS Office and open any document or PDF file where you want to take handwritten notes.
- 3. Use the Draw Tools: Navigate to the 'Draw' tab, select your preferred pen, and enjoy seamless compatibility with your drawing tablet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Huion pen button work in Whiteboard but not OneNote for Windows 10?
OneNote for Windows 10 handles the Windows Ink API differently than standard desktop apps. A Windows update or a minor driver mismatch can easily break this specific app's integration while leaving others, like Microsoft Whiteboard, unaffected.
Is OneNote for Windows 10 being discontinued?
Yes, Microsoft is phasing out OneNote for Windows 10 in favor of the unified desktop version of OneNote. Transitioning to the standard desktop version often solves hardware compatibility issues.
Can I manually set the eraser shortcut in OneNote for Windows 10?
Unlike the desktop version of OneNote, OneNote for Windows 10 does not have a robust built-in menu for customizing keyboard shortcuts. It relies heavily on native Windows Ink stylus commands, which is why driver re-mapping is necessary.
