To get pictures onto Procreate, use the Photos app to insert an image directly into your canvas. Here's how:
Steps to Import Images into Procreate:
- Open Your Canvas: Start by opening or creating a canvas in Procreate.
- Access the Actions Menu: Tap the "Actions" icon in the top-left corner of the screen (it looks like a wrench).
- Select "Add": In the Actions menu, tap the "Add" option.
- Choose Import Method: You'll see several options. Choose either:
- "Insert a photo": This will open your iPad's Photos app, allowing you to select an image from your albums.
- "Insert a file": This lets you import images from your iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or other file storage services.
- Select Your Image: Browse through your Photos app or file locations to find the image you want to import. Tap the image to select it.
- Image Placement: The image will now appear on your Procreate canvas. You can resize, rotate, and reposition it using the blue nodes around the image.
- Finalize Placement: Once you're satisfied with the image's placement, tap outside the bounding box to finalize the import.
Supported Image Formats:
Procreate supports the following image formats:
- JPEG (.jpg)
- PNG (.png)
- PSD (Photoshop Document)
- TIFF (.tif)
- GIF (.gif)
Tips for Importing Images:
- Resolution: Be mindful of the image's resolution. Importing very large images can slow down Procreate.
- Layers: Imported images are automatically placed on a new layer in your Procreate document.
- File Storage: Ensure that the image you want to import is saved on your iPad's Photos app or accessible through a cloud storage service (like iCloud Drive or Dropbox) that you can access from your iPad.
By following these steps, you can easily import pictures into Procreate and use them as references, backgrounds, or elements in your artwork.
