Review of Clips App on iPad
I've had the opportunity to use the Clips app on my iPad for a day now, and I'm thrilled to share my experience with you. I've taken the time to thoroughly study and review the app's features, comparing them to the original Clips app on my computer. I'm impressed with the app's capabilities, and I want to help fellow artists overcome common issues that may arise while using it.
As I'm recording this tutorial live, I'm currently drawing on my iPad using the Clips app. I'm creating a character named Mr. Lee, and I invite you to join me in the chat room and say hello!
My primary goal with this tutorial is to review a topic and provide valuable tips to help you use the Clips app on your iPad effectively. I want to help you avoid common hassles and issues that may arise while using the app.
In this specific tutorial, I'll be focusing on the Clip Studio app on iPad, and it's unclear if the feature is available on Android devices. One common issue artists face is struggling to select multiple layers at the same time. But don't worry, I've got a quick and easy fix for you!
To select multiple layers in the Clip Studio app, simply swipe from either the right side of the screen or the left side of the screen. This will bring up a quick menu, similar to a quick keyboard, where you can program specific actions to perform. Unlike Procreate, you cannot slide your finger to select multiple layers in Clip Studio.
Another helpful feature is the tool panel shortcuts. By pressing Control + Shift + Option + Command + Space, you can access various functions. For layer selection, you can hold down the Shift button and select multiple layers at one time, or hold down Shift and select layers in a specific order.
Additionally, there are some handy layer selection shortcuts to keep in mind. Pressing Command (Mac) or Ctrl (PC) will select layers in exact order, while pressing Option (Mac) or Alt (PC) will select different layers (although this may not be entirely accurate).
When it comes to tool panel management, you can swipe from either side of the screen to move the tool panel. This is particularly useful for left-handed users, as you can move the panel to the right side of the screen. To move it back to its original position, simply swipe from the other side of the screen.
For those interested in trying out the Clip Studio app on their iPad, it's available on the App Store for a monthly subscription of $8.99. However, if you sign up before December 20th, 2017, you'll receive six months free!
In my personal experience, the app feels exactly like the desktop version, with a user interface and experience similar to using a Cintiq on a PC. I've been using the app for a day now, and I'm thrilled to have it back. I previously used a Cintiq on a PC, but it's been unused for a few months, so I'm thankful that the app feels like the old PC version.
Before I wrap up this tutorial, I'd like to invite you to follow me on Twitch at twitch.tv/forge/drawtoomuchlife and subscribe to my YouTube channel, Draw Too Much. If you're interested in getting started with Clip Studio on your iPad, I encourage you to take the plunge and start creating!