sketchpad

In other words, we perceive something only when segregated information from multiple sources—eyes, skin, ears, tongue, and so on—are integrated into pieces of information woven into a temporary neural sketchpad.

The sketchpad itself generates a sense of consciousness, so that we’re aware of the information in our brains and can act on it.

While using OneNote on both screens, one serves as a sketchpad while the other acts as a menu for accessing notebooks and recently viewed pages.

Realizing his limited options, he reached for his sketchpad.