Friction - Draw on your Mac

Friction - Draw on your Mac

It's not fiction, its Friction

5 ratings
3 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 30 Mar 2026)

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 2, 2021
  • October 10, 2021
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Transform your iPad into a drawing tablet for your Mac. Easily create diagrams, save them for reuse, and even use your Mac's screen as a digital whiteboard. Perfect for presentations and creative work.

Use iPad as a drawing tablet for Mac
Mac black/whiteboard functionality
Save and reuse drawings
Download drawings to Photos
Connect iPad to Mac
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What's New in Friction

1.1

October 10, 2021

Improved Menu Bar - Added a Frequently Asked Questions button in the menu bar. - Menu bar menus now close when you tap outside of the menu bar. - Tapping on the Friction icon in the menu bar now brings up a menu instead of redirecting directly to the website. For more on the changes, visit friction.tk.sg/changelog.

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User reviews

Fake

Fake app. No screen annotation over iPad as claimed. No refund.

Horrible

To work you need a MacBook what if I have a MacBook but don’t have something to plug them together like if there’s another way pls tell I just don’t know if those $2 spent correctly

nice addition to my workflow

I found this app because I wanted to be able to draw on my screen with my Apple Pencil while presenting. This app works flawlessly and exactly as advertised. I’ve since found other unique things to do with it like drawing over a calendar while I discuss travel plans with my wife.

While I love the retro design, I think I’d prefer if this app just used the default iPad drawing tools that are native since that is what I’m used to. Also I can’t seem to delete sketches.

Great app!
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FAQ

What devices does Friction support?

Friction is designed to work on iPads. You will also need a Mac to use the application's full functionality.

How much does Friction cost?

Friction is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $1.99.

Does Friction have ads?

No, Friction does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application with no ads.

How often is Friction updated?

Friction was last updated on October 10, 2021, with version 1.1. The release date was October 2, 2021.

What is the age rating for Friction?

Friction has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users as well as adults.

Can I reuse drawings with Friction?

Yes, Friction allows you to save your drawings to a 'Sketches' folder. You can then easily tap on a saved drawing to reuse it as many times as needed.

How do I save my drawings in Friction?

You can save your current drawing by going to File > Download Drawing. This will save the drawing to your iPad's Photos app.

What is the black/whiteboard feature in Friction?

The black/whiteboard feature allows you to turn your Mac's screen into a digital canvas. You can access this by going to View > Blackboard/Whiteboard within the application.