The similar funerary cones of ancient Egypt used the cone base as the major writing surface.

The front drawer has a hinged front that opens to become a leather-covered writing surface.

However, Maya paper was more durable and a better writing surface than papyrus.

Raymond tapped his fingers on a smooth writing surface and let out a loud sigh.

Clipboards are often used in situations where a person may not be able to find a good writing surface.

Older paper was usually made from linen or cotton fibers, which required little treatment to offer a good writing surface.

The skin is then scrapped with a knife which creates a smooth writing surface.

The sides are beveled, perhaps to make a larger writing surface.

Unlike similar products, the company says, the VPen does not need a special writing surface.

The joint allows the screen to rotate through 180 and fold down on top of the keyboard to provide a flat writing surface.