Compatible with Clip Studio Paint Ver. 5.0

 

Here, you will find basic explanations for using the tablet version and points to check when using the app for the first time.

 

If you are new to Clip Studio Paint, see below for instructions on how to use the app in Simple Mode on a tablet.

 

See the following link for how to use pens and brushes in Studio Mode on tablets.

 

For detailed information on setting up and using all the Clip Studio Paint functions, please refer to the Clip Studio Paint User Guide.

 

Launch and Screen Explanation

Tap the Clip Studio Paint icon to start the software.

 

Tap “Draw” after launching Clip Studio.

You’ll see a screen explaining Studio Mode and Simple Mode. Choose Studio Mode.

When the New dialog box appears, tap OK to create a new canvas.

 

 

 

Clip Studio Paint Initial Screen and Palette Names

The white area in the middle of the screen is what would be considered the canvas in traditional media.

1. Tool Palette

You can select the Tool Group to draw illustrations or comics.

2. Tool Sliders Palette

You can use the sliders to adjust the size and opacity of the pen or brush you are currently using.

3. Layer Property Palette and Layer Palette

Tap to display Layer Property palette and Layer palette

Various layer settings can be adjusted in the Layer Property palette. You can also display and switch between tools that can be used on the currently selected layer.

This palette allows you to operate the Layer functions necessary for drawing illustrations and comics.

4. Material Palette

Tap to display the Material palette. This palette is used to manage various materials used for drawing illustrations and comics. Some materials can simply be used by dragging and dropping them on the canvas.

5. Command Bar

Use this to quickly create new canvases, save, and other tasks.

 

Note:

If you want to switch to Simple Mode, tap the Studio Mode/Simple Mode switch button.

 

Select a pen or brush

If you pick a type of Tool from the Tool palette, you can select a brush you want to use from the Tool Group palette.

If the Tool Group palette is not displayed

If you tap the same type of Tool again, the Tool Group may display.

If you’re using Clip Studio Paint Ver. 4.x or earlier, please enable Pop-up related palettes for each tool display from the Tool palette menu.

 

Choose a color

Tap the color icon on the Tool palette to change the color.

There are 3 colors in the color icon.

Main color: You can use these colors with pens, brushes, and fills for your drawings.

Sub color: This is a secondary drawing color and you can tap it to draw with the color shown. It is useful to set a color you frequently use as your Sub color. Please note that some brushes may use both the main and sub colors.

Transparent color: It’s the icon with a gray and white checkered pattern. It’s similar to an eraser, where you can use Transparent color on your brush to erase a drawn area.

 

Read the following article to learn more about how to choose colors.

 

Ask chatbot

Try asking our chatbot if you want to troubleshoot quickly or when you have a quick question.

 

Tap Ask chatbot from the Help menu on the menu bar. Once the chat opens, select from the prompts accordingly to get an answer.