Setting up Flip Functionality in Clip Studio Paint Pro
One of the essential features in Clip Studio Paint Pro is the flip functionality, which allows artists to check for likeness and form in their drawings. This feature can be accessed in two ways: through the top menu and the Navigator window.
The flip button is located in the top corner of the screen and can be easily accessed whenever needed. Alternatively, you can find the flip functionality in the Navigator window, which can be accessed by going to Window > Navigator in the menu. The Navigator window provides buttons that allow you to flip your image, zoom in and out, and rotate the canvas. These buttons are particularly useful when working on a tablet, such as the Surface Pro 4, where finger-touch or mouse control may not be ideal.
Flipping Images in a Graphics Editor
There are three methods to flip an image in a graphics editor:
Method 1: Using the Menu
To flip an image using the menu, simply select the image you want to flip, go to Edit > Transform > Flip Horizontal, and your image will be flipped.
Method 2: Using the Logitech G13
If you have a Logitech G13, you can use the custom-programmed Flip button (G7) to flip the image horizontally. The Logitech G13 is a customizable device that can be programmed to perform various tasks in the graphics editor, including zooming in and out, undoing, rotating the canvas, adjusting brush size, using the eyedropper tool, and moving across the canvas.
Method 3: Using Keyboard Shortcuts
For those who don't have the Logitech G13, you can use keyboard shortcuts to flip the image horizontally. This is a simpler alternative that can be customized to simplify your workflow.
Customizing Shortcuts in a Program
One of the powerful features of Clip Studio Paint Pro is the ability to customize shortcuts to simplify your workflow. However, many users may not know how to access the shortcut settings. To access the shortcut settings, go to File > Shortcut Settings.
In the shortcut settings, you can see all the different bars that appear at the top of the screen, including File, Edit, Animation, Layer, Selection, View, Filter, Window, and Help.
Customizing a Shortcut
To customize a shortcut, go to View > Flip Horizontal or View > Flip Vertical, select the desired action, and click Edit Shortcut. In the shortcut bar, type in the desired letter or key combination to assign to the action, and click OK to save the changes.
Benefits of Customizing Shortcuts
Customizing shortcuts can greatly improve your workflow efficiency and speed. You can program shortcuts to suit your individual needs and artwork style, simplify repetitive tasks, and focus on creating.
Additional Tips
You can program any action or modifier to work quickly and efficiently. This feature can be used to copy and paste or perform any other action using a custom shortcut. Learning and using shortcuts can greatly improve your productivity and streamline your workflow process.
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