Using the Standard pen type to create fading objects

You can create freehand objects that fade after a specified period of time using the Pens tool.

Note 

You can also create freehand objects that fade after a specified period of time using the Magic Pen tool (see Using the Magic Pen to create fading objects).

ClosedTo write or draw fading digital ink

  1. Press PensPens icon.

    The Pens tool buttons appear.

    Pens tool buttons

  2. Press Pen Types, and then select Pen.

  3. Select a line type.

  4. If the Properties tab isn’t visible, press PropertiesProperties icon.

  5. Press Fill Effects.

  6. Select the Enable ink to fade after you write it check box, and then enter or select the number of seconds between the time you write or draw the digital ink and the time it fades in the Fade time drop-down list.

  7. Write or draw digital ink on the page.