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How to use Microsoft Ink on your CommBox Interactive screen

Easily annotate and interact with Microsoft Office apps using your CommBox stylus and touchscreen—no need to switch between tools manually.

Applies To
Applies to: Classic S5, Classic S4/S+, Atom, Classic V3, Classic V3X,
Software: Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Edge)

Step 1: Connect Your Computer to the CommBox Screen by your preferred connection type

  • Use a HDMI cable to connect your computer’s video output to the screen and use a USB A to B cable to enable touch interactivity between your computer and the screen

  • USB-C cable to connect your computer
  • Wireless screensharing with CommBox Connect

💡 Tip: HDMI handles the display, while USB enables touchscreen control.

Step 2: Open a Microsoft Office App on your connect device

  • Launch a supported Office app such as Word, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, or Microsoft Edge

  • These apps support Microsoft Ink out of the box

💡 Tip: With the Classic S5 you can open Microsoft apps natively on the screen - download from the Google Playstore.

Step 3: Start Inking with the CommBox Stylus

  • Pick up your CommBox stylus pen

  • Use the pen directly on the screen to start annotating instantly

  • Your finger can still be used to select, scroll, or zoom—no need to manually toggle drawing modes

💡 Your CommBox screen can intelligently tell the difference between touch and pen input—so drawing, navigating, and writing is seamless!

Troubleshooting / What to Do If It Doesn’t Work

  • Ensure both the cables are properly connected

  • Confirm that your Office 365 app is up to date

  • Restart the Office app or try another to check compatibility