Save up for the 9x12" version instead, because you're bound to want one of those within a year after purchasing a 6x8" Intuos. Yes, I'm speaking from my own experience. Oh, and don't be too upset when you finally realize you can accomplish almost the exact same things with a computer mouse.

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