Can you use this for learning to write triangular/chubby pencils??
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This model will sharpen the Dixon Ticonderoga "My First" Tri-Write pencils in the largest selector hole if that's the one you mean. It will also sharpen the standard-size Dixon Ticonderoga Tri-Write (triangular) and the larger-diameter round Dixon Beginner/My First pencils. It sharpens all Dixon Ticonderoga pencils that I've tried.
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Yes, this pencil sharpener has numerous openings for various sizes of pencils, but they ARE all round openings...
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It won't work on triangular pencils but there is a setting for thicker pencils
1709603
NO! It breaks the lead...in fact, in all my small pencils (#2) the leads would break. The fat kindergarten pencils worked fine. My sharpener has been retired to the trash.
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YES !!! It seems these items can be used by ANYONE who desires to (age appropriate - of course); whether professional and/or personal/hobby use. I have found a local source to purchase my supplies as pencils can break easily if not protected for shipping properly; they are reasonably priced as well. I do study professional drafting/engineering drawings as well; as I am making this a desired career path (free-lance work). And yes, I do love to draw (free-hand sketching), as a hobby. Lesson(s) learned as it is a BUYER BEWARE world out there !!! One can not base their purchase on economic basis alone.
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I have one of those Lancome pencils from about 10 years ago and I just tested it with the NYX Sharpener for you -- works great! It also does a fantastic job on the skinny pencils from: Avon, NYX, Prestige and Flirt! (from Kohl's). I don't use/have fat pencils to list any brands here. My only regret about purchasing this little tool is not having gotten TWO to keep eyes and lips separate!!
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It would if the overall size is about them same as a regular pencil. It will conform to any shape pencil.
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Yes you can. It looks nice for professional purposes, but if it's for kids I would go with dry erase crayons instead. Less expensive and easier to clean.
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You can, but its not like using a pencil or pen, you have to keep the bottom of the pen straight and not tilted when you draw or write. If not, the arrow in the screen will go off course. (Its like tilting a regular computer mouse.) This may affect your hand-writing when you use it, since your hand must be posed straight at all times. It is better than using a mouse when it comes to signing and drawing, and it's a good quality, especially for the price.
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I have never tried a pencil. Regular pens will work as long as the paper doesn't get wet. If that happens, the ink will run, and count may be messed up. What I have found works best is Check Writing Ink Pens. They work really well, and you can get 8 or 9 for what you would pay for one waterproof pen. Also if the pen is dropped into the water, if doesn't hurt as badly as dropping the more expensive waterproof pen in (the voice of experience!)
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I taught Kindergarten for many years, so I am very familiar with My First Ticonderogas! (My favorite pencils by far....I still buy them for my own use!) This sharpener does not accommodate the pencils we're talking about, sadly. The two choices are for standard sized pencils, one makes a longer point and one a shorter point, similar to the point you'd see in pre/sharpened color pencils. The sharpener is AWESOME, though!!! Great value and a sharp, precise point every time. I highly recommend it!!! I hope this information is helpful! Happy shopping!! :0)
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I believe you could if you have a converter, however my experience in using a converter is not as good performance of the product and potential shortened life of the product. However, this is an AMAZING pencil sharpener and has been the best I've ever owned!
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I typically use pencil when I write in these books, it works the best. I find most ball point pens with thicker ink (most cheap ball points) work well too. Thinner watery ink will bead up and not write.
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Yes, but you need to purchase software. The handwriting recognition software worked great, but the Boogie board stopped saving my 'pages' so I can't use the software. The software is compatible with other products as well because it basically takes a pdf and does its magic.
809806
No!!! Save ur money and buy some colored pencils from the dollar store. Thats all this product literally is. A VERY cheap colored pencil! I have tried both this product and tweezers. Tweezers are easy but if u want to compare get a colored pencil from the store insted of waiting for them to ship one from china!
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You can but it also is difficult Since you'll have to determine how much of the actually drawing space is work area. That and its harder on your nibs getting pencil lead or ink on the tip of it can mess them up. Best thing would be to scan the paper and import it to the drawing program.
764003
Absolutely. I use an array of pencils from Prismacolor/Faber-Castell/Fantasia and the sharpener works well. This by far, has been the best one.
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I would not personally recommend this for a 2 year old, even my 7 year old has trouble with it - it causes her to not be able to control her handwriting very well. It is difficult to get on and off the pencil. In fact, I am not really sure what it is intended for! It is big and bulky and does not seem comfortable.
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Yes, I would think so. There are a variety of settings for different pencils. This is the best sharpener I have owned!