To delete a custom canvas in Procreate, you need to locate it within your Gallery and perform a simple gesture.
Here's the straightforward method:
- Open the Procreate App: Launch Procreate on your iPad.
- Navigate to the Gallery: You should be in the main Gallery view where all your artwork is displayed.
- Find Your Custom Canvas: Scroll through your canvases to find the specific custom canvas you wish to delete.
- Swipe Left: On the thumbnail or title of the canvas you want to remove, swipe left with your finger or Apple Pencil. This action will reveal options next to the canvas entry.
- Tap 'Delete': After swiping left, you will see a 'Share', 'Duplicate', and 'Delete' option appear. Tap the red 'Delete' button.
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation pop-up will appear asking if you are sure you want to delete the canvas. Tap 'Delete' again to confirm.
Reference Insight: As stated in the reference, you can "Swipe left on a preset canvas to edit or delete it." This same swipe-left gesture is universally used in the Procreate Gallery for both preset and custom canvases to access options like Delete.
Why Delete Canvases?
Deleting old or unwanted custom canvases helps keep your Procreate Gallery organized and frees up storage space on your iPad.
Common Canvas Actions:
The swipe-left gesture is a quick way to manage canvases directly from the Gallery:
| Gesture | Action(s) Revealed | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Swipe Left | Share, Duplicate, Delete | Share, copy, or remove a canvas |
Note: Be cautious when deleting, as this action is permanent and cannot be undone.
By following these steps, you can easily remove any custom canvas you no longer need in Procreate.
