You can change the brush stabilizer in Krita to smooth out your brush strokes, and it involves adjusting settings within the Brush Settings docker.
Here's how to change the brush stabilizer:
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Open the Brush Settings Docker: If you don't see it already, go to
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Select the Brush You Want to Modify: Choose the brush you want to adjust from the Brushes Presets docker. Any changes made will affect that brush.
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Navigate to the Stabilizer Section: In the Brush Settings docker, look for a section labeled "Stabilizer." It may also be represented by an icon resembling a graph or curved line.
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Choose a Stabilizer Type: Krita offers different types of stabilizers. Common options include:
- No Stabilizer: Turns off stabilization.
- Basic Stabilizer: Provides basic smoothing.
- Weighted Stabilizer: Creates smoother lines by averaging previous positions of the cursor.
- Dynamically Weighted Stabilizer: Adjusts the level of smoothing based on pen speed. Faster strokes receive less stabilization, slower strokes receive more.
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Adjust the Stabilizer Settings: The available settings will depend on the stabilizer type you choose. Common settings include:
- Distance: This controls how much the cursor has to move before the brush stroke is drawn. Higher values create smoother lines but can introduce lag. (Relevant to Basic Stabilizer)
- Weight: This controls the averaging of previous positions. Higher values result in smoother lines but more lag. (Relevant to Weighted Stabilizer)
- Pen Settings: You can adjust the size and opacity of the stabilizer based on pen pressure, tilt, and speed using the options located within the stabilizer section.
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Test Your Settings: Experiment with different stabilizer types and settings to find what works best for your drawing style and the specific brush you're using. Draw some test strokes to see the effect of each adjustment.
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Save Your Brush (Optional): Once you've found settings you like, you can save the modified brush as a new preset. To do this, right-click the modified brush preset in the Brush Presets docker and select "Create New Brush from Current Settings". This ensures you don't accidentally overwrite the original brush.
The key to finding the right stabilizer settings is experimentation. Consider the type of lines you typically draw and the amount of smoothing you need. Be mindful of the potential for lag, and adjust the settings accordingly.
