Wacom Bamboo Cth-470 Driver Windows 11 May 2026

Q: Will the four ExpressKeys (the top buttons) work? A: Yes, if you install the legacy 5.3.5 driver with signature enforcement disabled. They will not work with OpenTabletDriver.

Q: Will the multi-touch (two-finger scroll) work? A: Yes, but it might be jittery. Disable "Windows Precision Touchpad" integration in Bamboo Settings > Touch > Advanced.

Q: My tablet works in Safe Mode but not normal boot. A: That indicates a driver conflict. Use "Autoruns" (Microsoft tool) to disable non-Microsoft services related to "Touch" or "Pen" one by one.

Q: Is there an official Windows 11 driver coming? A: No. Wacom has confirmed end-of-life for the Bamboo 3rd gen (CTH-470, CTL-470). They will not release new drivers. wacom bamboo cth-470 driver windows 11

Q: Should I just buy a new tablet? A: If you rely on touch gestures and a seamless experience, yes. The Wacom One (CTL-472) is the modern successor. However, if you are budget-conscious, the CTH-470 remains a sturdy workhorse with these workarounds.

Windows Ink conflicts with legacy pressure sensitivity in apps like Photoshop CS6 or Clip Studio Paint 1.x.

Fix: Windows 11 power management cuts USB power to legacy devices. Q: Will the four ExpressKeys (the top buttons) work

Even with Compatibility Mode, users frequently encounter errors.

4.1. "The Tablet Driver Was Not Found" Error This is the most common error on Windows 11. It indicates the driver service failed to initialize.

4.2. Conflict with Windows Ink Windows 11's native "Windows Ink" feature can interfere with Wacom legacy drivers. Windows Ink conflicts with legacy pressure sensitivity in

4.3. Pressure Sensitivity Failure in Software If the cursor moves but pressure doesn't work in apps like Photoshop or Clip Studio Paint:

Even after installation, you may encounter these specific Windows 11 quirks.

Windows 11 aggressively suspends USB ports to save power, which kills the CTH-470 after idle.

This report addresses the compatibility of the legacy Wacom Bamboo CTH-470 tablet with the Windows 11 operating system. The Wacom Bamboo CTH-470 is a legacy device (released approx. 2011) that has reached "End of Life" (EOL) status. Consequently, Wacom does not officially support this device on Windows 11, and no dedicated Windows 11 drivers exist.

However, through the use of legacy drivers intended for Windows 7/10 and specific installation workarounds, the device can be made functional. This report details the official stance, the recommended workaround, and the associated risks.