To add a reference window, often used for reference images, in Krita, you primarily use the Reference Images Tool.
Adding Reference Images with the Reference Images Tool
The most common way to incorporate reference images into your Krita workspace is by using the dedicated Reference Images Tool. This tool allows you to place images directly onto your canvas or workspace area, which you can then move, scale, and rotate as needed.
Here's how to do it:
- Activate the Reference Images Tool: First, you need to select and activate the Reference Images Tool from Krita's toolbar. It might look like a picture frame or a similar icon depending on your Krita version or icon theme.
- Locate the Tool Options Docker: Once the tool is active, look for the Tool Options Docker. This docker usually appears on the right-hand side of the screen by default, though its location can be customized. If you don't see it, you can enable it via
Settings > Dockers > Tool Options. - Add the Reference Image: In the Tool Options Docker, find and click the Add Reference Image icon. This icon is represented by a plus sign (+). Clicking this icon will open a file browser window.
- Select Your Image: Navigate to the image file you want to use as a reference and select it. The image will then appear on your canvas or in a resizable window area, ready for you to position and use while you work.
This method provides a convenient floating or anchored reference image directly within your Krita project environment.
