Maximizing Drawing Time with Multiple Devices
As artists, we often struggle to find the time to dedicate to our craft, especially when life gets in the way. With commitments like marriage, a full-time job, and parenthood, it can be challenging to block off dedicated time for drawing. However, having access to multiple devices can make drawing more flexible and adaptable to our schedules. In this article, we'll explore how leveraging multiple devices can help maximize our drawing time and discuss the benefits and limitations of using Clip Studio Paint's multi-device feature.
Leverage Multiple Devices for Flexibility
Having access to multiple devices such as a phone, tablet, and desktop with a drawing monitor can make drawing more flexible and adaptable to our schedules. We can take advantage of short moments to draw on different devices throughout the day. For example, we can pull out our phone to sketch on the bus to school or work, continue the same sketch on our tablet during lunch break, and then ink over the sketches on our desktop or drawing monitor at home.
Embracing Flexibility Over Rigid Schedules
Instead of trying to fit drawing into a rigid, blocked-off schedule, we can find moments within our lifestyle to draw. We can drop in and out of drawing sessions as our schedule allows, making the most of our available time. This approach allows us to be more flexible and adaptable to our changing schedules.
The Ideal App for Multi-Device Drawing: Clip Studio Paint
Clip Studio Paint is the only app that allows drawing across multiple devices in multiple OS environments, making it the ideal choice for artists who need to work on different devices. This feature requires a Clip Studio Paint Multi-Device subscription, which may not be ideal for everyone. However, the benefits of using Clip Studio Paint's multi-device feature far outweigh the costs.
Two Main Reasons for Clip Studio Paint's Multi-Device Capability
There are two main reasons why Clip Studio Paint stands out from other apps: consistent features and functionality across all devices and OS environments, and its cloud sync feature.
Consistent Features and Functionality
Clip Studio Paint's features and functionality are the same across all devices and OS environments, including Windows, Android, and iOS. This means that we can start a project on one device and pick it up seamlessly on another, without worrying about compatibility issues.
Cloud Sync Feature
Clip Studio Paint's cloud sync feature enables seamless switching between devices, allowing us to continue working on the same file with our progress intact. This feature eliminates the need to upload and download files to and from cloud storage services like Google Drive or OneDrive, which can be time-consuming and prone to version control issues.
Limitations of Other Apps
Other apps like Infinite Painter require uploading files to Google Drive or OneDrive and then re-downloading them when switching devices, which can be time-consuming and prone to version control issues.
Setting up Cloud Sync on Clip Studio Paint
Setting up cloud sync on Clip Studio Paint is a straightforward process that requires a few simple steps:
Step 1: Accessing the Hub
On your phone, click on the "Return to Home" option under the File menu dropdown. On your tablet, click on the Clip Studio logo to trigger the dropdown and select "Open Clip Studio".
Step 2: Accessing Projects
Tap on the "Projects" tab to see a list of your files. On your tablet, it's the "Manage Works" tab. You may be asked to log in at this point; enter your credentials.
Step 3: Enabling Cloud Sync
Notice the gray cloud icon on the corner of your file preview, indicating that your file is not being Cloud synced. Hit the tablet button next to it and click "OK" on the confirmation popup. The cloud icon will turn blue, indicating that the sync is active.
Step 4: Accessing Synced Files on Other Devices
Go to your other device that you plan to draw on and make sure you're logged in. Access the "Project" tabs on your phone or "Slot" tab on your tablet. With Cloud storage, your document will be waiting for you, ready to be edited.
Important: Syncing Changes
To ensure that any new changes made to your document are synced, save your document, close your document, and Clip Studio will not sync your file if it's currently open.
Challenges with Multi-Device Syncing
While Clip Studio Paint's multi-device feature is a game-changer, there are some challenges to be aware of. The syncing process can be annoying and easy to miss a step, potentially leading to lost progress. Currently, Clip Studio does not automatically update the sync every time you perform a save action, requiring manual effort to save, close, and sync files when switching between devices.
Limitations of Multi-Device Feature
The multi-device feature requires access to multiple devices capable of drawing, and a subscription to the Multi-Device plan, which can be costly. It would be more attractive if Clip Studio space description automatically allowed two devices to run without additional costs.
Benefits of Multi-Device Syncing
Despite the limitations, the benefits of using Clip Studio Paint's multi-device feature far outweigh the costs. It can be a game-changer in helping find additional time to draw, and allows artists to work on their projects across multiple devices.
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