{"id":40659,"date":"2022-04-13T17:57:04","date_gmt":"2022-04-13T17:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepicpedia.com\/procreate\/you-asked-can-you-use-any-stylus-on-procreate\/"},"modified":"2022-04-13T17:57:04","modified_gmt":"2022-04-13T17:57:04","slug":"you-asked-can-you-use-any-stylus-on-procreate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepicpedia.com\/procreate\/you-asked-can-you-use-any-stylus-on-procreate\/","title":{"rendered":"You asked: Can you use any stylus on procreate ?"},"content":{"rendered":"

You can use any capacitive or magnetic field passive stylus<\/strong> with Procreate<\/strong>, without the need for a Bluetooth connection.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

You asked, do I need an Apple pencil for procreate? The support page at Procreate puts it pretty bluntly, Procreate<\/strong> is meant to be used on an iPad with the Apple pencil and the only other sure alternative is the Logitech Crayon. Anything else will only serve as a make-shift solution with limited capabilities.<\/p>\n

Also know, what can I use instead of Apple pencil in procreate? <\/p>\n

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  1. Wacom Bamboo Sketch \u2014 $117.<\/li>\n
  2. Adonit Dash 3 \u2014 $34.<\/li>\n
  3. Hahakee iPad Stylus<\/strong> \u2014 $29.<\/li>\n
  4. Adonit Pixel \u2014 $74.<\/li>\n
  5. Moko Stylus \u2014 $24.<\/li>\n
  6. Logitech Crayon \u2014 $56.<\/li>\n
  7. Adonit Mark \u2014 $7.<\/li>\n
  8. Wacom Bamboo Fineline \u2014 $49.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Additionally, can I use<\/strong> my finger to draw on Procreate<\/strong>? You do not need a stylus to use Procreate. You can use<\/strong> your finger to draw with Procreate because the brush weight is determined within the program and not by the size of the stylus. The great thing about Procreate is that it gives you a lot of options. Use a stylus, use your finger, whatever you prefer.<\/p>\n

    Moreover, is Procreate worth buying an iPad? If you’re serious about learning digital art, it is worth it to buy an iPad for Procreate. While the iPad Pro is the best choice for Procreate<\/strong>, as long as your iPad is running iPadOS 13.2 or newer, you can save money by buying used or older iPads in order to use Procreate.The Logitech Crayon is one of the most popular Apple Pencil alternatives, and for good reason. It’s a well-built, easy to use<\/strong> stylus<\/strong> that performs like an Apple Pencil (for $30-$60 less).<\/p>\n

    Can I use any stylus with iPad?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    All replies. You can use a capacitive stylus like the 5mm fine tip stylus of stylusshop on any ipad.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can you use other pencils on iPad?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    There are plenty of non-Apple stylus options that can connect to your iPad. As long as the stylus can connect via Bluetooth or maybe some kind of hardware, it should be able to work just fine with your iPad via Bluetooth connection.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can I draw on my iPad with my finger?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Use the Notes app to draw a sketch or jot a handwritten note with Apple Pencil (on supported models) or your finger. You can choose from a variety of Markup tools and colors and draw straight lines with the ruler.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can you do digital art with your finger?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Yes for sure. Just make sure you’re using a good scanner for your hand drawn sketch. Scan it at least in 300dpi. Krita is great free digital painting software you can use for colouring\/digital painting.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Do u have to pay monthly for Procreate?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Procreate is $9.99 to download. There’s no subscription or renewal fee. You pay for the app once and that’s it. If you are already using an iPad Pro and Apple Pencil, that’s a pretty enticing deal.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can you use Procreate on a regular iPad?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    The current version of Procreate is supported on the following iPad models: 12.9-inch iPad Pro (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th generation) 11-inch iPad Pro (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation) 10.5-inch iPad Pro.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can I get Procreate for free?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    The basic version is free and gives you access to more or less all of the most important features on the app. If you choose to upgrade to Pro, it’ll cost you only $1.99. It’s for Apple phones and devices only.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can you use any stylus on iPad Pro?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Logitech Crayon The Logitech Crayon offers many features similar to the Apple Pencil, but at a more reasonable price tag. The stylus works with any 11-inch iPad Pro, any 12.9-inch iPad Pro, sixth-generation and later iPad, third-generation iPad Air, and iPad mini 5.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can you rest your hand on iPad while using stylus?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Yes. When using an Apple Pencil, your iPad uses palm-rejection to sense – and ignore – your hand when resting on the screen. Pencil strokes are still recognised as you would expect. Handwriting recognition, however, remains an App-specific function.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Is procreate free on iPad?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Drawing App ‘Procreate Pocket’ Available for Free Through Apple Store App. Popular drawing and sketching app Procreate Pocket for the iPhone can be downloaded for free this week through Apple’s Apple Store app. Procreate Pocket has a wide range of painting, sketching, and drawing tools for making art on the iPhone.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Can I write on iPad without Apple Pencil?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Strictly speaking, you don’t need the Apple Pencil to start sketching things up on your huge new screen. Creative professionals probably have a stylus or two lying around that will work just fine, anyway.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Does scribble work with any stylus?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Thanks to Apple Scribble, that is an option. Perfect for scribbling notes or, well, whatever else you want to write, you can use your stylus (or finger) to write on your iPad \u2013 and Scribble will transform it into text.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Why won’t my iPad let me draw with my finger?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    Found the solution!!! It’s in the settings. Toggle off \u201conly draw with Apple Pencil\u201d … simple yet hidden solution.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    Why can’t I use my finger to draw on iPad?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

    The reason you can’t draw on the iPad with a finger is due to a setting regarding Apple Pencil that is enabled by default on most iPads, sometimes even if an Apple Pencil is not used with the device or not currently connected with the device.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

    How can I draw digital art without a stylus?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n