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The difference between a marker and a highlighter
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2025-03-18
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Markers are mainly used for writing and drawing, suitable for marking and doodling on surfaces such as paper and canvas. They are often used in art creation occasions such as design, advertising, and poster drawing.
1. Different Uses
Markers are mainly used for writing and drawing, suitable for marking and doodling on surfaces such as paper and canvas. They are often used in art creation such as design, advertising, and poster drawing.
Felt-tip pens are more suitable for office work, study, and marking files and notes, often used to mark or label various materials such as paper, wood, metal, and plastic.
2. Different Ink Composition
Marker ink comes in three types: oil-based, water-based, and alcohol-based. Oil-based markers are quick-drying, water-resistant, and lightfast, with bright colors that are not easy to smudge; water-based markers have light colors and are water-soluble; alcohol-based markers have bright colors and are easily volatile.
Felt-tip pen ink is usually oil-based or water-based. Oil-based felt-tip pens are not easy to erase after writing and are suitable for permanent marking; water-based felt-tip pens can be easily erased with a cloth after writing and are suitable for temporary marking.
3. Different Nib Shapes
Markers usually use a wide, flat nib, with wider lines suitable for filling large areas.
Felt-tip pens mostly use a fine nib design, making writing and detailed marking more convenient.
4. Different Application Scenarios
Due to their bright colors and quick-drying properties, markers are widely used in art design and advertising creation.
Felt-tip pens, due to their durability or erasability, are often used in office work, teaching, and file marking.
5. Price and Brand Differences
Due to the different uses and characteristics, the price and brand of markers and felt-tip pens also vary. Different brands of markers and felt-tip pens have various models and price choices in the market.
Through the above comparison, we can have a clearer understanding of the differences between markers and felt-tip pens, so as to choose the right tool according to actual needs.
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