Getting started with your
XPPen Artist 12 (2nd Gen)
Artist 12 (2nd Gen)
Micro Chip in Pen
Mega Power in Creation
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X3 smart chip stylus
Sharp, Stable, Precise
A new generation marks a new beginning. The Artist Series encourage creators to express themselves in an authentic way and courageously pursue their distinctive dreams. The New Series comes with multiple sizes and colors. Powered by X3 Smart Chip technology, opens more possibilities for your creativity.
The right size to create with ease
Set off on your CG journey
with X3 digital technology
The new Artist series brings an immense leap to the stylus drawing experience with the new X3 chip giving you the realistic feeling of traditional pen and paper. Explore a brand new CG world with the X3 chip technology.
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X3 smart chip stylus,
sparks more creativity under your brush
Initial activation force
as low as 3g*, 10 folds increase in sensitivity*
Retraction distance
as short as 0.6mm*,
half the original retraction distance*
Life span
double the existing life span*
Sharp
Act before your mind.
3 grams* IAF and 0.6 mm* retraction
distance for more efficient ink output.
Stable
No spring part and anti-
interference for stable performance.
Digital signal transmission, double* the life span.
Precise
More precise positioning.
Never miss a single brushstroke.
Virtually no accuracy error.
No broken lines and no lag.
* This data was taken from a laboratory simulation test and may vary depending on the environment that the device is used in.
Natural color display for realistic creation
A wide color gamut of 127% sRGB* sees full color presentation and delicate detail expression. Colors are vividly brought to life under your brush.
IPS-ADS technology
178°visible viewing angle
8-bit color depth
220 cd/㎡ brightness
1000:1 contrast ratio
Anti-glare screen
The matte eye-protective screen blocks the light interference from the environment, allowing you to focus on creation without distractions.
No parallax error
Full lamination screen technology. The screen and display are seamlessly laminated to avoid parallax errors between the stylus nib and cursor, precisely positioning every single one of your strokes.
Comfortable touch experience
Paper-like surface texture renders a natural experience of traditional drawing.
11.9-inch screen size for easy portability and convenience.
Professional digital drawing performance standard
Electro-magnetic Resonance
8192 levels
60° Tilt
200 RPS
10mm Reading height
5080LPI Resolution
Versatile shortcut keys
The new Artist series drawing display features multiple user-defined shortcut keys.
Customize your shortcut keys in your software of choice to simplify your workflow and empower your productivity.
Multi-function screen conveys multiple applicable uses
Extend screen display and screen projection cover multiple uses including creation, games, movies and entertainment, etc.
One-click drawing display and tablet switch in seconds
Long press the power button for 3 seconds, it will flash in blue and orange alternately. When the screen is off, the display will switch into a drawing tablet, giving you an additional drawing option.
Flexible dual ports
The 3-in-1 cable that supports HDMI signal transmission allows you to connect the drawing display to a PC. The full-featured USB-C port makes connection easier with devices such as PCs, Android phones, and Switch, allowing for a tidy desktop.
Full-featured USB-C cable connection
Full-featured USB-C port
* Supports connection with USB-C to USB-C cable (sold separately) only.
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3-in-1 USB-C cable connection
3-in-1 USB-C port
* Supports connection with the included 3-in-1 cable only.
Watch the video >* For the best compatibility of the product, we highly recommend using XPPen ACW01 and the ACW03, or compliance cables with legal certification.
Extensive compatibility
works smoothly with various systems and software
Compatible with Windows 7 (or later), Mac OS X 10.10 (or later), Android (USB3. 1 DP1.2), Chrome OS 88 (or later), and Linux. Bring more possibilities to your creation.
Support popular digital art software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, SAI, CDR, GIMP, Krita, MediBang, FireAlpaca and Blender3D, etc.
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| Linux OS | Version | Package Format | Supported Software |
| Arch | Arch Linux2019.12.01(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Centos | Centos7.0(64-bit) | .rpm, .sh | GIMP |
| Centos8(64-bit) | .rpm, .sh | GIMP, Krita | |
| Debian | debian-9.5.0-amd64-netinst(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| elementary OS | elementary OS 5.0(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| ezgo Linux | ezgo14(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Fedora | Fedora32(64-bit) | .rpm, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Mageia | Mageia-7.1(64-bit) | .rpm, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Manjaro | manjaro-xfce-20.1.2-201019(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP |
| Mint | linuxmint-18.2-cinnamon-64bit | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| OpenSUSE | openSUSE-Tumbleweed(64-bit) | .rpm, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Pop!_OS | pop-os_19.10(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Red Hat | Red Hat7(64-bit) | .rpm, .sh | GIMP |
| Ubuntu | Ubuntu14.04(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Ubuntu16.04(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita | |
| Ubuntu17.04(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita | |
| Ubuntu18.04(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita | |
| Ubuntu19.04(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita | |
| Ubuntu20.04(64-bit) | .deb, .sh | GIMP, Krita |
| Function | Krita 4.3.0 | Gimp 2.10.20 | Inkscape 0.92 |
| Pen Pressure Sensitivity | |||
| Tilt | |||
| Mouse Function | |||
| Eraser Button (Stylus：PH01, P06) | |||
| Switch between Pen and Eraser Modes | |||
| *If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at service@xp-pen.com. | |||
Linux OS
Arch
Version
Arch Linux2019.12.01(64-bit)
Package Format
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
Centos
Version
Centos7.0(64-bit)
Centos8(64-bit)
Centos8(64-bit)
Package Format
.rpm, .sh
.rpm, .sh
.rpm, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
Debian
Version
debian-9.5.0-amd64-netinst(64-bit)
Package Format
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
elementary OS
Version
elementary OS 5.0(64-bit)
Package Format
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
ezgo Linux
Version
ezgo14(64-bit)
Package Format
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
Fedora
Version
Fedora32(64-bit)
Package Format
.rpm, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
Mageia
Version
Mageia-7.1(64-bit)
Package Format
.rpm, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
Manjaro
Version
manjaro-xfce-20.1.2-201019(64-bit)
Package Format
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP
Mint
Version
linuxmint-18.2-cinnamon-64bit
Package Format
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
OpenSUSE
Version
openSUSE-Tumbleweed(64-bit)
Package Format
.rpm, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
Pop!_OS
Version
pop-os_19.10(64-bit)
Package Format
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
Red Hat
Version
Red Hat7(64-bit)
Package Format
.rpm, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP
Ubuntu
Version
Ubuntu14.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu16.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu17.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu18.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu19.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu20.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu16.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu17.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu18.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu19.04(64-bit)
Ubuntu20.04(64-bit)
Package Format
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
.deb, .sh
Supported Software
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
GIMP, Krita
Function
Pen Pressure Sensitivity
Krita 4.3.0
Gimp 2.10.20
Inkscape 0.92
Tilt
Krita 4.3.0
Gimp 2.10.20
Inkscape 0.92
Mouse Function
Krita 4.3.0
Gimp 2.10.20
Inkscape 0.92
Eraser Button(Stylus：PH01, P06)
Krita 4.3.0
Gimp 2.10.20
Inkscape 0.92
Switch between Penand Eraser Modes
Krita 4.3.0
Gimp 2.10.20
Inkscape 0.92
*If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at service@xp-pen.com.
| List of compatible Android devices | |
| HUAWEI Mate 10 | HUAWEI Mate 10 Pro |
| HUAWEI Mate 20 | HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro |
| HUAWEI Mate 20 X | HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro |
| HUAWEI Mate 40 | HUAWEI Mate 40 pro |
| HUAWEI Mate 30E Pro 5G | HUAWEI P20 |
| HUAWEI P20 Pro | HUAWEI P30 |
| HUAWEI P30 Pro | HUAWEI P40 |
| HUAWEI P40 Pro | HUAWEI P40 Pro+ |
| HUAWEI Mate 50 | HUAWEI Mate 50 Pro |
| HUAWEI Mate 40E | HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro+ |
| HUAWEI P50 Pro | HUAWEI P50 |
| HUAWEI P50E | HUAWEI Mate X2 |
| HUAWEI Mate Xs2 | HUAWEI Mate 50E |
| HUAWEI Mate 40E Pro | HUAWEI Mate 40 RS |
| HUAWEI P50 Pocket | Honor Note10 |
| Honor V20 | Honor 30pro+ |
| Honor Magic4 | Honor Magic5 Pro |
| Samsung Galaxy A90 5G | Samsung Galaxy Note9 |
| Samsung Galaxy Note10 | Samsung Galaxy Note10+ 5G |
| Samsung Galaxy S8 | Samsung Galaxy S8+ |
| Samsung Galaxy S9 | Samsung Galaxy S9+ |
| Samsung Galaxy S10 | Samsung Galaxy S10+ |
| Samsung Galaxy S10e | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
| Samsung Galaxy S20+ | Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra |
| Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G | Samsung Galaxy S21 |
| Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | Samsung Galaxy S21 ultra |
| Samsung Galaxy S22 | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra |
| Samsung Galaxy Note20 | Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e | Samsung Galaxy S21+ |
| Samsung Galaxy S22+ | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
| Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 | Samsung W22 |
| Samsung W21 | Samsung W20 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 | |