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How to draw on the iPad: your guide to getting started

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Learning how to draw on the iPad can open up new possibilities for artists and designers. Combined with an Apple Pencil, the iPad is a powerful tool for art that can serving for much more besides. In the guide below, we’ll explain the basics of getting started, from how to connect your Apple Pencil to choosing which apps to use and how to effectively use your stylus. 

We’ve aimed to cover everything you need to know to start exploring digital art and drawing on iPad, and we’ve included practice exercises so you can start to hone your skills. If you’ve not yet chosen a tablet, see our guide to the best iPad for drawing and the best drawing tablets in general. Once you’re ready to get started, read on to learn how to draw on the iPad.

How to draw on the iPad: choose a stylus

The Pencil 2 docks easily to the magnetic strip on the iPad’s long edge (Image credit: Apple)

First up, you’ll need a stylus, and we recommend opting for an Apple Pencil to best explore how to draw on the iPad. We’ve reviewed some fairly good third-party styluses for our guide to the best Apple Pencil alternatives, but the three Apple Pencils provide the best iPad drawing experience based on our tests. They were made specifically for this purpose and have features that many others don’t.

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