PixelPencil - Pixel art editor

PixelPencil - Pixel art editor

Pixel art editor

110 ratings
25 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 7, 2021
  • August 9, 2024
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Create pixel art with a robust set of tools, including layers, blend modes, and various brushes. Easily zoom, rotate, and manage multiple projects. Export your creations as animated GIFs.

Layer editing with grouping and blend modes
Comprehensive set of drawing tools
Undo/Redo functionality
Animated GIF export
Color creation tools
Pinch-to-zoom and canvas rotation
Save multiple works with iCloud support
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What's New in PixelPencil

1.11.10

August 9, 2024

- Implemented a tool sorting function on the settings screen.

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User reviews

Neat app with some flaws

Sometimes it tries too hard to do an extra step for me, and most of the time I have to correct those using extra steps:
1. Creates a new layer whenever I copy a selection. I don't need a new layer.
2. Switches to Move tool whenever I create a new rectangle. I don't need to move it.
3. Switches to Draw tool, rather than Select tool, after using Move tool. I don't need to draw yet.

It will be great to have settings to turn those off.
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This is helpful

This app is great but sometimes it locks you out of your art if you rename it. The file still exists but you can’t open it. If you want to open it you have to put .poti at then end of the name and it should let you back in.

Needs more tools

Please add curve line tool, additional tools could be a polygon that can have the corners moved and given a custom amount of edges, and the same but with rounded edges to make custom rounded shapes.

Please help!

I got this app a few days ago and had been really liking it as it was easy and incredibly intuitive to use, but today I made the mistake of trying to rename one of the files I had created. For whatever reason, this locked me out of being able to further open and edit my art. By trying to rename the file it created a folder on my iPad which it then placed the file in, and then renamed the file to “cover”? I don’t understand why this happened or how to undo it, and I’m upset by this because I really don’t want to lose access to my art.

Aside from this the app has been working well.
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Good-ish but…

It’s really bad when compared to something like pixel studio where the UI is completely fleshed out and everything works (mostly) smoothly and has a better colour picker that works really well alongside and animation maker and layering tool that’s really easy to use. As far as tutorials go at least pixel studio has pop-ups that explain what each tool does the first time you open it, this however has absolutely no tutorial. Only choose this app over pixel studio if you don’t want to spend around $2 for pro.
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FAQ

What can I create with PixelPencil?

PixelPencil is designed for creating pixel art. You can draw static images, design characters, build game assets, and even create animated GIFs by utilizing the layer system where each layer can represent a frame in an animation.

What are the key features of PixelPencil?

Key features include advanced layer editing with grouping and blend modes, a full suite of basic drawing tools like pen, eraser, and selection, undo/redo functionality, animated GIF export, color creation tools, intuitive pinch-to-zoom and canvas rotation, and the ability to save multiple works with iCloud support.

Is PixelPencil free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it does offer in-app purchases and contains advertisements. These may unlock additional features or remove ads, providing a more streamlined experience for users who wish to invest further.

What devices is PixelPencil compatible with?

While specific OS versions are not detailed, the app is designed for mobile devices, suggesting compatibility with modern iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. Its features like pinch-to-zoom and iCloud support indicate a focus on touch-based interfaces.

How do I create animations in PixelPencil?

To create animations, you will use the layer function. Each layer in your project can be treated as a separate frame in the animation sequence. Once your frames are set up across different layers, you can export the entire project as an animated GIF.