Archived App (Last seen on 22 Aug 2025)
This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.
About
Transform your iPad into a powerful drawing tablet for your Mac. Seamlessly connect wirelessly or via USB to use your iPad with creative software like Photoshop and Illustrator, offering a natural and high-quality drawing experience at a fraction of the cost of professional displays.
What's New in Astropad Standard
3.7.1
January 17, 2022
- Improved support for iPad mini (6th generation)
Developer apps
FAQ
What does Astropad Standard do?
Astropad Standard allows you to use your iPad as a drawing tablet for your Mac. It connects your iPad to your Mac, enabling you to draw directly into any Mac creative application with pressure sensitivity and high image quality.
What are the key features of Astropad Standard?
Key features include a natural drawing experience, compatibility with any Mac app, uncompressed image quality, fast performance up to 60 FPS, wireless or USB connectivity, Apple Pencil support, pressure sensitivity, customizable shortcuts, and accurate palm rejection.
How much does Astropad Standard cost?
Astropad Standard is a paid application. Once purchased, it remains free with continual updates to improve performance. The companion Mac app required for use is free.
What devices are compatible with Astropad Standard?
It requires an iPad running iOS 9.1 or later (iPad Mini 2 and newer, iPad Air and newer, iPad Pro, iPad 5th generation and newer) and any Mac running OS X 10.11 or later.
Who would benefit from using Astropad Standard?
This app is ideal for illustrators, painters, animators, and photographers who want to leverage their iPad for digital art creation on their Mac. It's a cost-effective alternative to professional pen displays.
