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9.4.1 Suggested starting speeds
Everyday use:
Most of our sample drawings and tests are made with a medium speed that is
a compromise between speed and precision. This is a good balance for fine-
point permanent markers and wide-nibbed fountain pens:
Writing/Drawing speed: 30%
Pen-up movement speed: 75%
Acceleration: Standard
Working with precision:
When working with fine point pens and tuning for higher precision (with writ-
ing or drawing) a good starting point might be:
Writing/Drawing speed: 15%
Pen-up movement speed: 60%
Acceleration: Slow
Working at high speeds:
When using wide-tipped permanent markers or other writing implements
that make broad marks, one might go as high as:
Writing/Drawing speed: 90%
Pen-up movement speed: 100%
Acceleration: Maximum
There are additional factors besides speed that influence precision. These
factors include the pen lift and lowering speeds, the weight of your pen,
where on the page you are plotting, and so forth. The “right” speed to use
for any given application is one that gives you high enough output quality at
an acceptable rate.
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