Autodesk SketchBook
Draw, paint, create.
Overview
Autodesk SketchBook is a raster graphics software application intended for expressive drawing and concept sketching. It was formerly part of the Autodesk family of products but is now an independent company. SketchBook features a radial/pie-menu user interface and has painting and drawing tools such as pencils, markers, and brushes. It is known for its clean interface and natural drawing experience.
✨ Key Features
- Natural drawing experience with a minimal interface
- Extensive library of brushes, pencils, and markers
- Predictive stroke for smoothing lines
- Perspective guides and rulers
- Layer editor with blending modes
- Symmetry tools
- Copic Color Library
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Completely free for individual use
- Clean, unobtrusive interface focused on the drawing experience
- Excellent performance across desktop and mobile devices
Unique Value: Provides a professional-grade, distraction-free sketching and drawing experience on any device, completely for free.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Creating quick concept sketches for industrial design
- Producing detailed line art and illustrations
- Digital drawing and painting on mobile devices
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Photo editing
- Vector graphics
- Print layout
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a simpler, more focused drawing interface than more complex painting apps like Krita or Clip Studio Paint, and is free unlike Procreate.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: The full-featured version is now free for everyone.
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