Shannon, I think you might be starting an S note from a different templates. I usually use the idea note because it seems to have more options. If you do a long tap, or a hold on the pen icon at the upper left area you should get the pen settings. From idea note and note (and some of the others), you'll see that odd shape icon that lets you pick whether you're doing formulas or shapes. As for the hovering pen that previews some things, that setting is found by tapping the lower left corner where your battery, wifi and clock are, then tap settings. You'll find the "pen" in the system group. When the pen settings menu opens, the top one should be checked for the hovering pen icon. I know, it's a lot to learn but you'll have a blast exploring it all. Just learn from my mistakes, don't hit delete unless you really really mean it! And send anything important to your own email address. Enjoy your wonderful new note!