Neat Hand: Copywork Practice
Penmanship, cursive & Korean
About
Improve your handwriting by tracing guide letters on your iPad. Turn any text into a practice worksheet and generate your own custom font from your writing. Track your progress and build a daily habit for better penmanship.
What's New in Neat Hand
1.3.0
September 27, 2026
• All 500+ guide fonts are now free — try as many styles as you like • Rest days: write 3 days in a row to earn one. Miss a day and your streak still continues • "Then and now" in History: overlay your first writing with your latest (Lifetime Access · try once free) • Russian and Vietnamese added, plus many more Japanese sets (kanji, letter phrases, haiku) • iPhone: more cells per page, and your first practice starts right away • Fixed duplicate worksheets appearing in the library and the library slowing down • The free version occasionally shows an ad when you open the app or finish practicing (never while you write)
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
$11.99
Lifetime
Unlock everything forever. One-time purchase.
FAQ
How does Neat Hand help improve handwriting?
Neat Hand provides translucent guide letters for tracing, allowing users to practice penmanship for a few minutes daily. The app offers various paper templates and features like 'Guide Peek' to focus on individual writing.
Can I create my own font with Neat Hand?
Yes, Neat Hand allows you to write the alphabet once and generate a standard TTF font file directly on your iPad. This enables you to practice against your own best handwriting.
What kind of paper templates are available in Neat Hand?
Neat Hand includes over 14 authentic paper templates, such as Korean grids, 4-line notebooks, 田字格, 米字格, and マス目, to simulate real workbook rulings.
Is Neat Hand free to use?
Neat Hand offers a free version with occasional ads. Users can unlock all features and remove ads permanently with a single lifetime purchase.
Does Neat Hand have ads?
The free version of Neat Hand contains occasional advertisements. Lifetime Access, purchased through an in-app purchase, offers an ad-free experience.
What devices does Neat Hand support?
Neat Hand is designed for iPad and iPhone, supporting both devices. It requires an Apple Pencil for the best handwriting practice experience.
How often is Neat Hand updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on September 27, 2026, indicating recent development activity. Updates typically focus on adding new features and improving user experience.
What is the age rating for Neat Hand?
Neat Hand has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners and individuals of all ages looking to improve their handwriting.
