Sharpie Accent Retractable Highlighter – Practical Back-to-School Gift for Students Heading to College
Sharpie Accent Retractable Highlighter – Practical Back-to-School Gift for Students Heading to College
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Why you'll love it
- Retractable capless design means no lost caps and the highlighters stay fresh longer
- Bright fluorescent yellow ink is highly visible even on faint or thin print
- Smudge-resistant quick-dry ink protects handwritten notes and pen text underneath
- 5-count multi-pack delivers better per-unit value than buying singles
- Narrow chisel tip allows both broad highlighting and precise underlining in one tool
- Trusted Sharpie brand reputation for reliable, consistent ink quality
Perfect for
- Highlighting key passages in textbooks and study guides for exam prep
- Marking important clauses and action items in printed business documents
- Underlining and color-coding notes during lectures or meetings
- Reviewing and editing printed drafts, reports, or legal documents
- Back-to-school supply restocking for students
When it comes to self-expression, nothing beats a Sharpie. Introduced in 1964, the world’s first pen-style permanent marker made its indelible mark on the world. Suddenly, paper wasn’t the only surface with a voice: Glass, wood, stone, plastic and metal all became a canvas. And that was just the beginning. Today, each new color and style sparks ideas, inspires creativity and makes life more fun for humans everywhere. So what are you waiting for? Grab a Sharpie and uncap your imagination.
Sharpie Retractable Highlighter
Accentuate text with bold color
With a capless, click-and-go design, the Sharpie Retractable Highlighter offers on-the-go convenience for highlighting, organizing and marking up important documents. The push button makes this one-handed highlighter simple and effective, and quick-drying Smearguard ink won’t bleed through most paper, so you can even highlight on handwritten notes and inkjet printouts. A handy Safety Valve prevents the Sharpie Retractable from drying out, and a convenient pocket clip lets you carry the writing tool wherever you go.
Sharpie Clear View Highlighter
With the Sharpie Clear View Highlighter, you have an unobstructed view of the text you’re highlighting. The unique, see-through tip eliminates blind spots in your highlighting, while the specially formulated Smearguard ink means you don’t have to worry about smudging your work.
Sharpie Blade Highlighter
With the Sharpie Blade Highlighter, you can make precise highlighting and underlining marks. The innovative tip offers 3 different line widths for easy customization, and the nontoxic Smearguard ink enables smooth, visible highlighting on a variety of text types and surfaces.
Sharpie Gel Highlighter
The Sharpie Gel Highlighter uses a rich, ink-free gel highlighter stick, so you can mark over or underline beneath pen and marker ink, as well as inkjet printouts and high-gloss surfaces, without causing smudges and smears. The bottom twists to reveal the highlighter stick for uninterrupted marking.
Sharpie Liquid Pen Highlighter
Highly pigmented ink allows you to make vibrant, eye-catching marks using the Sharpie Liquid Pen Highlighter. Mark up documents and emphasize important text with the versatile chisel tip, and carry your highlighters on the go with ease using the integrated loop, which attaches to binders, planners and bags.
Sharpie Mini Highlighter
At half the size of normal Sharpie highlighters, the Sharpie Mini is perfect for your on-the-go needs. Just use the convenient cap ring to attach the Mini to your bag, binder or keychain and you’re ready to go. Available in 5 bold, see-through colors.
Sharpie Pocket Highlighter
Take your work wherever you go with the convenient, compact Sharpie Pocket Highlighter, which features vibrant Smearguard ink that won’t smudge important text. A chisel tip produces sharp lines, and the pocket clip attaches to binders and backpacks for easy portability.
Sharpie Retractable Highlighter
Easy highlighting is just a click away with the Sharpie Retractable Highlighter, which offers single-handed convenience with a capless, click-and-go design. Take notes and finish school readings with the integrated pen clip, and prevent smudging with quick-drying Smearguard ink.
Sharpie Tank Highlighter
No need to worry about running out of ink with the Sharpie Tank Highlighter. The large barrel holds plenty of ink to complete all your highlighting and organizing tasks, and the quick-drying Smearguard formula resists smearing, smudging and fading to keep text clear and legible.
Product Information
Bright, easy-to-see yellow ink makes your highlighted text easy to read
Convenient retractable design with a safety seal that prevents the highlighters from drying out when closed
Resists smudging of many pen and marker inks (let ink dry before highlighting)
Easy-glide, narrow chisel tip is great for highlighting, underlining or writing notes
Includes: 5 yellow highlighters
Draw attention to important information in notes, text, and documents with Sharpie Retractable Highlighters. The yellow color makes it easy to read highlighted text and emphasize important passages. Quick-drying ink helps prevent smudging when highlighting over pen and marker inks. And the retractable design prevents your highlighters from drying up and makes for easier storage.Recommended Uses For Product: Writing
Target Audience: Students, Teachers, and Professionals
Marker Type: Highlighter
Global Trade Identification Number: 00071641281769
Age Range Description: All Ages
Warranty Description: As labelled
Included Components: ART SUPPLIES
Surface Recommendation: Paper
Material Type: Plastic (Body), Felt (Tip)
Ink Base: Alcohol
Ink Color: Fluorescent Yellow
Point Type: Chisel
Additional Features: Retractable
Water Resistance Level: Water Resistant
Line Size: 5
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Is Waterproof: False
Grip Type: Smooth
Writing Instrument Form: Marker Pen
Color: Fluorescent Yellow
Style: Highlighter,Chisel Tip
Pattern: Highlighters
Body Shape: pen
Number of Items: 1
Item Weight: 0.15 Pounds
Number of Pieces: 5
Item Dimensions: 1 x 4.3 x 8.3 inches
Item Dimensions D x W x H: 4.2"D x 8.3"W x 0.7"H
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this 5-pack make a practical gift that does not feel generic?
Yes. The Sharpie brand is widely recognized, the retractable design is a clear upgrade over basic highlighters, and the 5-count format feels like a complete set rather than a single throwaway item.
Is this an appropriate gift for a teacher at the end of the school year?
Yes. Teachers go through highlighters constantly while grading, and a fresh 5-pack of retractable highlighters is a useful, low-cost gift that fits easily into a tote bag or desk drawer.
Can I give this as a back-to-school gift for a high school or college student?
Yes. It is a practical addition to a back-to-school care package, and the bright yellow color makes it easy to spot in a new dorm room or shared study space.
Is this a good small gift to pair with a notebook or planner?
Yes. Highlighters pair naturally with a new journal, planner, or textbook, and the matching Sharpie quality makes the bundle feel intentional rather than improvised.
Does the Sharpie brand recognition add value when giving this as a gift?
Yes. Sharpie is a trusted name in writing instruments, and recipients immediately recognize the quality, which removes the guesswork that often comes with gifting office or school supplies.
Is this a good last-minute gift that ships quickly?
Yes. A 5-pack of highlighters is lightweight, easy to wrap, and a popular add-on item, which makes it a reliable last-minute gift for students, teachers, and coworkers.
Can I give this as a housewarming gift for someone setting up a home office?
Yes. A new home office needs the basics, and a 5-pack of retractable highlighters is a thoughtful, practical addition to a desk-supply gift basket or care package.
Is this a good Valentine's Day or holiday gift for a coworker?
Yes. It is an affordable, useful gift that fits a small gift exchange or Secret Santa format, and the bright yellow ink brings a cheerful pop of color to a winter work setup.
Would this work as a graduation gift for someone starting college?
Yes. Highlighting textbooks, study guides, and lecture notes is a daily task for college students, and a multi-pack ensures the new student has a highlighter ready for every class from day one.
Is this giftable for a parent who handles paperwork at home?
Yes. Parents who manage school forms, bills, and household paperwork often need to flag important dates and clauses, and a 5-pack keeps one in the kitchen drawer, the home office, and the car.
How does this compare to gifting a single highlighter?
A single highlighter can feel like an afterthought. A 5-count pack feels like a real gift, offers better per-unit value, and gives the recipient a fresh highlighter in multiple locations.
Is this a better gift than a generic yellow marker set?
Yes. Yellow markers bleed through paper and are not designed for documents. A retractable chisel-tip highlighter delivers a clean, controlled line that the recipient can use daily on real paperwork.
How does this compare to gifting a colored pen set for a student?
Pens and highlighters serve different purposes, but highlighters are the tool students reach for most while reading. Pairing a pen set with this highlighter pack creates a complete note-taking gift.
Will the recipient already own a highlighter like this?
Most people own a highlighter, but few own a retractable one with a fresh safety seal. The upgrade in design and freshness is what makes this gift feel new rather than redundant.
Does the packaging look presentable enough to give as-is?
Yes. The 5-count retail pack is a clean, branded unit that holds together without extra wrapping, so it can be handed over as-is or dropped into a gift bag with a card.
Is the price appropriate for a casual gift or Secret Santa?
Yes. A 5-pack of highlighters is typically an affordable, mid-range price point that works well for office gift exchanges, teacher appreciation gifts, and stocking stuffers.
How do I open and use a retractable highlighter for the first time?
Click the push-button on the end of the highlighter to extend the chisel tip. Glide the wide edge across the page to highlight full lines, or use the narrow edge to underline single words. Click the button again to retract the tip when finished.
How should I store the highlighters so the ink does not dry out?
Always click the tip back into the barrel after use so the built-in safety seal is engaged. Store the highlighters horizontally or tip-down in a pen cup, and keep them away from extreme heat, which can affect ink performance.
Can I use this highlighter on both inkjet and laser printed pages?
Yes. The quick-dry, smudge-resistant ink works on standard inkjet prints, laser prints, photocopies, and most textbook paper without bleeding through or smearing on the page.
Does this highlighter work on glossy paper or magazine pages?
It is designed for standard paper such as textbooks, notebooks, and printed documents. On glossy or coated paper, the ink may take longer to dry and can show through more than on regular paper.
What is included in the 5-count pack and is anything sold separately?
The pack includes five Sharpie Accent Retractable Highlighters with chisel tips in fluorescent yellow. No additional parts or accessories are required, and the highlighters are ready to use straight out of the package.
Is the ink water-resistant once it dries on the page?
Yes. Once the ink has dried, it is water-resistant and will not run if a small amount of moisture touches the page, which helps preserve your marked-up notes and documents.
What should I do if the highlighter tip seems dry when I first open the pack?
Click the tip out and in a few times and then make several strokes on a scrap sheet of paper. The alcohol-based ink should flow within a few strokes. If the tip is still dry after that, contact the retailer for a replacement.
What is the difference between a highlighter and a marker?
A highlighter uses translucent, fluorescent ink designed to leave text visible underneath, while a marker uses opaque ink that covers the page. Highlighters are built for marking important passages in textbooks, notes, and documents, while markers are built for writing and drawing on blank surfaces.
