What to do if your gel pen doesn't write well

What to do if the pen doesn't write? Of course, this stationery item is inexpensive, and you can always buy a new one. But sometimes with each new purchase we get another problematic pen - they either don’t write at all or stop leaving marks on the paper after a while.

And many people are concerned about the question of whether they can somehow be revived. So, here you can find out what to do if the pen does not write.

Types of faults

What could be wrong with your pen? There are quite a lot of malfunctions, we list the most common ones:

The new pen writes intermittently, in strokes, and a creak is heard.
The pen doesn't write after it hasn't been used for a while.
The paste has dried out.
The ballpoint pen is missing a ball.
The paste has leaked out of the rod.

In order to determine why the pen does not write and what to do if there is no way to immediately buy a new one, you need to carefully examine it. Most often, the cause of the malfunction is determined fairly quickly, after which it is necessary to decide whether it is possible to somehow revive it and bring it into working condition.

My concealer options are different

Although we have already seen how we can fix all the corrector problems on Android, it is likely that you will find that your smartphone does not offer the same keyboard and therefore the options are different. This usually happens in Huawei and Samsung, but also in other manufacturers using SwiftKey , another of the most popular keyboards, which also has the same or very similar glitches in Android terminals. To solve this problem, we have the option to install Gboard from the Google app store and follow the previous steps after setting it up.

On the other hand, the solution to SwiftKey spell checking problems on Android is as follows:

We enter the application about which we can write.
When the keyboard opens, we play at the three dots at the top right.
Then click on Settings.
Then tap Email.

Here we can activate or deactivate auto-correction, make other modifications to the auto-correction that do not convince us. To add other languages we will have to touch the corresponding section in Settings and we will be able to select the ones we want to combine in order to use them simultaneously without errors or changes.

What to do if the pen does not write

If a ballpoint falls out of a ballpoint pen, it cannot be saved. You won't be able to insert the ball, but you can get the paste dirty from head to toe. Accept the loss.
If the paste of a gel or ballpoint pen has leaked out of the refill, the easiest way is to throw it away, since when cleaning it and subsequent use there is a high chance of staining both yourself and the environment. But if there is no choice, then disassemble the mechanism on sheets of paper and wipe each part with wet wipes. Then assess the level of paste in the rod, blow it out and assemble the handle.
A new pen often writes poorly due to poor ball break-in. This is why a new pen needs to be painted, and in some cases, a little more effort than usual.
If a pen doesn't write after it hasn't been used for a couple of months, it usually means the paste has thickened too much. And if you don’t use it even longer, the paint inside the rod will completely dry out. To solve this problem, experts advise using one of two methods. The first is to heat the metal tip with a lighter to soften the ink. It is not recommended to use it due to the fact that open fire is unsafe. In addition, this way you will most likely just melt the plastic rod. The second way is to hold the rod under hot water. This technique is safer. If it is not possible to use hot water, then you can simply rub the rod in your palms.

Steps to fix concealer problems

There is no single solution for the various failures that may occur, so we must focus on the failure that we are suffering from and try to solve it with the method that we explain. In case the situation remains the same, we will have to try other alternatives to other problems that we propose, and, of course, sooner or later the mobile corrector will work as we wish.

Autocheck stopped working on Android

There are times when updating the Google Gboard keyboard causes spell check to stop working, although luckily this is very easy to fix. We just need to access the application in which we need the keyboard and when it appears we will follow the following steps to use it again:

Touch the three dots in the upper right corner.
Then click on Settings.
Among the options that appear, we select “Spelling Correction”.
Then we need to enable auto-correction, auto-capitalization, and anything else we want to change as we type.

If something continues to fail, we can think of a bug related to our smartphone beyond a configuration failure in the Android keyboard , something that we will solve by returning it to its original state. To do this we will need to access the terminal settings, access applications and find Gboard to enter it. We then access the storage and cache section to delete these items, after which the keyboard will return to its original state without any problems.

The words change themselves

There are those who like to use the proofreader only as a correction, and yet they do not want the proofreader to make changes to the text. This results in us only needing spell checking, and so it is not a fault of the keyboard itself, but a configuration fault. To change it we must follow the steps we saw earlier by going to Gboard Keyboard Settings > Spelling Correction and turning off everything except spell checking, which will mark it incorrectly

words with suggestions to click on them and change them if desired.

Language and verification glitches

Another point where we usually encounter errors and errors while writing on a mobile phone is when we try to write a word in English or any other language. It wouldn't take long for a proofreader to change it to something else in Spanish that fits the context, resulting in us writing something that doesn't make sense. Luckily, there are ways to avoid this and thus make it easier for us to communicate with someone in writing.

To do this, we only need to install the necessary languages on the keyboard so that the Android smartphone can detect all the words that we need to use and we do not face the above-mentioned errors. To do this we must enter the keyboard settings from the three dots that appear at the top when using it. Then we enter "Languages" and select "Add keyboard" to select the one we need in addition to our main one. Once we find it, click on it and activate the recording in several languages, so that it combines and understands all those that we have on the phone.

While we are typing, we can also change the keyboard if there are changes in it, simply by touching the little world ball that is at the bottom of Gboard, we will go to the Spanish keyboard to encounter the letter with or the corresponding options of the selected keyboard language, and the sentences and The fixes will remain active in all languages.

Save special words in a checker

Among all the things we can do to prevent the proofreader from generating errors in our writing, there is a personal dictionary option with which we can generate terms that we use in our native language, expressions that escape the official dictionary, and ultimately , we say all this in colloquial speech, so Gboard does not modify it at will . To do this we just have to go into the keyboard configuration again and click on "Dictionary" in the personal dictionary, we can select the language that we are going to add or use in all of them.

Now we only need to write the word we want to store in our personal dictionary and even use the optional shortened form, which is very useful for other languages such as English. When we are going to try to write this word on our mobile phone, the proofreader will not make the mistake of changing it at will.

A fountain pen

What to do if your fountain pen doesn't write? Typically, inexpensive items suffer from this problem, while exclusive hand-built models are less susceptible to such malfunctions. But occasionally problems arise for them too.

If the new pen writes intermittently and with a slight squeak, this is a break-in problem, exactly the same as with a ballpoint analogue. The pen needs to be painted, and this takes time and patience.

But what to do if the problem does not disappear over time? Most likely, the problem is the factory lubricant that has clogged the feeder channels. Occasionally, tiny metal shavings may end up there. In case of this problem, it is recommended to rinse the pen:

Disassemble the mechanism.
Rinse under running water to remove the ink. Use only cold water, as hot water can deform some parts.
Soak the feather for 1-2 hours in clean water.
Dry the handle. The procedure will take from 12 to 24 hours.
Assemble the mechanism.

Also, washing a fountain pen should be done if it has not been used for a long time and there is a risk that the ink has dried out. If the pen malfunction cannot be resolved by washing, you should contact customer service.

Corrector pen

A correction pen is an indispensable attribute of any student. It is found in any office and often helps out when you need to quickly and quietly correct a mistake. But what to do if the corrector pen does not write?

In fact, they dry out quite quickly and also often begin to leak, which complicates the work.

If the new correction pen does not write, then it must be shaken well for several minutes. Then remove any leaking marks on the tip. And you can start working.

If this doesn't work, try pressing harder when correcting mistakes - this will release more of the corrective agent. In cases where the corrector is water-based, when it dries out, you can soak the tip and the pen will work again.

We answer the reader’s question, analyze the reasons, and give advice.

I rarely use a pen. There is a smartphone for notes and reminders. Sometimes you have to sign contracts, postcards, and make some notes. But not that often. It happens that I don’t use it for a month or two. I like gel pens because they write beautifully and richly. But there is a problem - they quickly stop writing. It’s especially disappointing when the pen is brand new and has only been used twice. Why is this happening? What should you pay attention to when purchasing, so as not to end up in such situations again?

Thanks for the questions, Roman. Let's look at them in order.

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Author of the question: Lebedev D. Created: 01/24/22

Indifference is a vicious personality quality if it manifests itself in the form of indifference to people. Liz Burbo writes: “An indifferent person has no feelings, no special interest in anyone or anything; it does not vibrate; he is not touched by others; something happens, but his life does not change in any way. He simply does not pay any attention to those people and things that do not interest him. It is usually difficult to experience human indifference. You feel unnecessary, uninteresting, insignificant and, most importantly, unloved.

Answered by: Solovyov M. 01/24/22

Why did my almost new gel pen stop writing?

As the name suggests, the core of a gel pen is filled with a viscous substance. It is this thick consistency that we should be grateful for for the beautiful rich and glossy mark on the paper. This property is especially appreciated by artists who create amazing illustrations using gel pens.

For the same reason, the writing substance in the rod quickly runs out. Faster than any other type of pen. Therefore, it is extremely irrational to use them for notes. Also, the gel may dry out if the handle is located close to the heater. Or when it is stored without a cap.

But most modern manufacturers add special substances to the gel that maintain the viscosity of the substance longer. On average, the shelf life of a gel rod is from 2 to 3 years.

Sometimes, with infrequent use, the gel dries out on the ball. And yes, in such cases the pen also stops writing. In such cases, you need to write the pen well. If that doesn't help, wipe the ball with nail polish remover.

And most importantly, never place a gel pen with the writing side facing up. While you are not using it, the contents of the rod will slide down. The pen will stop writing. It can only be thrown away.

These tips will extend the life of any pen that has a ballpoint writing element - gel, rollerball, ballpoint.

What to look for when buying a pen for occasional use?

Let's look at the options for pens that meet the requirements - they write beautifully and do not dry out for a long time.

Immediately sweep away the liners and capillary ones. Undoubtedly, they write beautifully, elegantly and are even suitable for calligraphy. But there is a significant drawback - they dry out quickly. Because they are actually felt-tip pens, but made using pen technology.

Ballpoint pens last the longest because the paste contains an oil rather than a water-based substance. The shelf life of such pens is from 2 to 5 years. But not all of them write beautifully. Cheap ones can smear, skip, and leave an unevenly saturated mark. For inexpensive models, you should take a closer look at the Uni and Pilot brands. They write richly and accurately.

With rollerballs, you don't have to worry about the ball spoiling or the contents of the rod sliding down. Simply because the ball rotates 360 degrees, and the writing is made of water. The shelf life is generally 2-3 years. But for some manufacturers, for example Pentel, it can reach 5 years. The rollerballs write beautifully and are pleasant to use.

Tape correctors

They are a tape with a dry corrector applied, enclosed in a roller.

The advantage is the ability to immediately write on the correction tape and the impossibility, if used correctly, to visually and organoleptically determine its presence on the sheet, and the disadvantages include breaks in the tape if the corrector is handled carelessly. The tape width is 4-6 mm, at which it is impossible to mask point errors. Russian users can purchase these products, manufactured in our market by Attache. Its advantages include the ability to change the module with the tape. Before use:

remove the cap;
set the roller to the beginning of the text being corrected;
Without letting go of the gadget, draw a continuous line of the required length.