Store your pen

Store your pen

Store your pen properly to keep it in good condition and help the pen tip last longer.
Important: Store your pen so there is no pressure on the pen tip or eraser.
 Illustration showing pens stored tip-down in a cup with a red X indicating this storage method should be avoided

Where to store your pen

If your device included a pen stand, you can store the pen with the tip down in the stand. Illustration of a cup-shaped pen holder with a curved opening at the topIllustration of a flat, round pen holder with the pen opening in the centerIllustration of a cylindrical pen stand with a textured outer edge and a hole in the center

Pen stand examples
If your device has a pen holder or tray, the pen can be stored there.
Illustration of a pen holder with a left‑side tab that inserts into a rectangular opening in the device and includes storage for extra pen nibs Illustration of a pen tablet showing the top edge with the built-in pen holder highlighted Illustration of a cylindrical pen holder attached to the side of a device with a pen inserted vertically.

Pen holder examples
Illustration of a rectangular pen tray with a shallow groove and a central notch for holding a pen

Pen tray example
If your device included a pen case, store the pen in the case.Photograph of a black pen case, opened to display the pen inside

Pen case example
Tip: Do not leave the pen on the device when you are not using the pen. This might cause issues when you are using a mouse and might prevent your computer from going to sleep.
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