To draw straight lines in Procreate, the most common and direct method is to use the "Draw and Hold" technique.
The Primary Method: Draw and Hold
Procreate has a built-in feature that automatically straightens strokes when you hold your Apple Pencil (or finger) down at the end of drawing a line.
Here’s how to do it:
- Select Your Brush: Choose any brush you want to use.
- Draw Your Stroke: Draw a line in roughly the direction you want the straight line to go.
- Hold at the End: Without lifting your pencil or finger from the screen, keep it held down at the end of the stroke.
- Watch it Snap: Procreate will automatically snap your slightly wobbly line into a perfectly straight line.
Once the line snaps straight, you can continue holding and drag your pencil/finger to rotate the line or extend its length. A "SnapLine" notification will appear at the top of the screen indicating the feature is active.
Choosing the Right Brush
While the Draw and Hold method works with any brush, some brushes are better suited for creating clean, consistent straight lines.
As highlighted in the provided reference, the Monoline brush is a default brush in Procreate and is often recommended for drawing straight lines.
- Reference states: "Set it's a default brush in procreate. It's called monoline. So select that brush. And i have selected black select any color you want."
Selecting a brush like Monoline, which maintains a consistent thickness regardless of pressure, helps ensure your straight line looks uniform and professional.
Refining Your Straight Line
After your line snaps straight using the Draw and Hold method, you have further control:
- Adjust Angle/Length: While still holding, drag your pencil/finger to change the angle and length of the straight line.
- Perfect Shape: Tap the "Edit Shape" button that appears at the top of the screen (after the SnapLine notification) to gain more precise control over the line's endpoints, length, and position.
By combining the Draw and Hold technique with a suitable brush like Monoline, you can easily create accurate straight lines in your Procreate artwork.
