Calligraphy tool shouldn't create a mess at the beginning

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I use the calligraphy tool quite often with my Wacom pen tablet and
encounter the problem described here frequently:
http://tavmjong.free.fr/INKSCAPE/MANUAL/html/Paths-Creating.html#Paths-Call
igraphy

"A stroke made using a Wacom tablet with pressure sensitivity may create a
mess at the beginning of the stroke or where there is a quick change in
direction. This is especially true when the Fixation is set to a small
number."

Of course it's possible to clean the stroke up, but Inkscape shouldn't
create such a mess in the first place.

[David Császár (p5)]

this does not only happen at the beginning.
it happens every time the drawing speed gets very slow.
(at the beginning and the end of strokes, and on sharp corners, 90 degrees or more)
the most extreme case is just holding the pen down:
every jitter is taken as a drawing action in a basically random direction, creating the mess.
(this effect may be restricted to certain driver/os versions, i'm on windows)

this is especially annoying since it triggers bug 184550.

it would be nice if the tool would sanity check the input to distinguish between noise and real input. maybe a tolerance value (like in the freehand tool) would do.

[Jerry W. Segers, Jr. (segers-j)]

Perhaps making the draw point lag behind the input by a small distance, say 1/32 pixel. You could call it a feature and let it be user settable. HTH

[patcummins (patcummins)]

It seems like you're experiencing a common issue with the calligraphy tool in Inkscape, particularly when using a Wacom tablet with pressure sensitivity. The problem you described, where strokes may create a mess at the beginning or during quick changes in direction, can be frustrating.

While I can't directly interact with the Inkscape interface or settings, I can offer some general suggestions to help mitigate or address this issue:

Adjust Tablet Pressure Settings:

Check the pressure sensitivity settings on your Wacom tablet. You might want to experiment with adjusting the pressure curve to see if it improves the stroke consistency.
Inkscape Calligraphy Settings:

In Inkscape, go to the "Tool Controls" bar at the top and adjust the "Fixation" parameter. As mentioned in the link you provided, setting it to a larger number might help reduce the messiness at the beginning or during quick changes.
Stroke-to-Path Conversion:

If cleaning up the strokes manually becomes a common task, you can try converting the stroke to a path using "Path > Stroke to Path" after creating it. This will turn the stroke into a path, and you can then edit and refine it further.
Inkscape Updates:

Ensure that you are using the latest version of Inkscape. Developers often release updates that address bugs and improve the performance of tools.
Report the Issue:

If the problem persists, consider reporting the issue to the Inkscape development team. They may be able to provide a solution or include a fix in future updates.
Alternative Tools:

If the calligraphy tool in Inkscape continues to be problematic, you might explore alternative vector graphic software that supports Wacom tablets. Adobe Illustrator, for example, is another popular choice.
Remember to check the official Inkscape documentation and community forums for any updates or specific solutions related to the issue you're facing. If there's a bug, reporting it to the developers can contribute to improving the software in the future. Answer Copied from https://www.enviroworx.co.uk/