This third-party Ink Workspace for Windows 11 puts Microsoft’s to shame

Don’t use Microsoft’s Ink Workspace, use this updated third-party app instead

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What you need to know

Windows 11 has abuilt-in Ink Workspacethat allows you to pin pen-focused apps. It shows any apps that you’ve pinned and suggests other inking apps, but it’s relatively basic. Third-party developer Michał Łeptuch has their own app, also called Ink Workspace, that’s designed to deliver a more robust inking experience.

Ink Workspace also allows the pinning of apps, but it adds a quick actions section for screen recording, projecting your screen, and more. These quick actions can be customized as well. Below your pinned apps and quick actions, Ink Workspace shows your pen’s battery level and some shortcuts.

Ink Workspace | Free at Microsoft

This third-party app allows you to pin your favorite inking apps for easy access. It also supports quick actions and lets you know how much battery your pen has left.

Łeptuch recently released an update to Ink Workspace that brings the app to version 2.3. Here’s everything that’s new, asshared by the developer on Twitter:

While the feature set of Ink Workspace is nice, some may like it more for its looks. Our Managing Editor Jez Corden said he wished the app could be the new Start menu on Windows 11.

i unironically want this to be the new start menuJuly 16, 2023

Following its recent update, Ink Workspace fits in on Windows 11. It also picked up a few handy fixes and features, such as the ability to put it to sleep through quick actions.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.