A lovely, simple sketching tool!
A good collection of useful, basic features without the usual complex array of confusing bells and whistles.
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A digital sketchbook for iPad and iPhone that offers a clean, fast drawing experience without distractions. Create multiple sketchbooks with various paper styles, utilize layers, and import reference images. Export your work as high-resolution PNGs, PDFs, or timelapse videos.
✓Distraction-free drawing interface
✓Multiple sketchbooks with custom paper styles
✓Multi-layer support with opacity and blend modes
✓Import reference images
✓Export pages as PNG or PDF
✓Generate timelapse videos of drawings
✓Face ID/Touch ID sketchbook lock
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What's New in Simple Sketchbook
1.7
August 10, 2026
Version 1.7 Adds a new feature called "Reflection Mode" which you can enable in the app settings in the gallery page. Reflection mode allows you to add short audio recordings while you are sketching or taking notes. Simple tap the microphone in the toolbar then you feel you want to leave an audio reflection for yourself. Long-tapping the microphone button will allow you to open the list of reflections for this page. You can play them back or delete them on this screen. Exporting a timelapse will now give you the option to export your reflections merged into the final video at the time they were created in the sketch or note taking session. The following bugs and minor improvements were also made: - Fixed the paint fill tool spilling colour over the edge of the lasso boundary - You can now view "All Pages" by long tapping the page number pill in the top right corner of the screen - long tap the colour selector in the floating colour palette to pop the colour selector out as a floating colour selector panel. - You can now disable the page turn buttons that appear at the bottom of the page to avoid accidental page turns. - Timelapses from multiple pages can now be exported as one video.
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What devices does Simple Sketchbook support?
Simple Sketchbook is available for both iPhone and iPad, offering a seamless drawing experience across Apple devices. The canvas and backups automatically scale to fit different screen sizes.
Does Simple Sketchbook have ads?
No, Simple Sketchbook is completely ad-free, providing a distraction-free environment for your creative process. This allows for uninterrupted drawing and design work.
How much does Simple Sketchbook cost?
Simple Sketchbook is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to access its features.
Can I export my drawings from Simple Sketchbook?
Yes, you can export any page as a high-resolution PNG, with or without the background. You can also export an entire sketchbook as a PDF.
What is the age rating for Simple Sketchbook?
Simple Sketchbook has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. Its intuitive interface is easy to learn for beginners.
How often is Simple Sketchbook updated?
The latest version, 1.7, was released on August 10, 2026, indicating active development. Users can expect ongoing improvements and new features.
Can I use Simple Sketchbook offline?
Yes, Simple Sketchbook is designed for offline use. Its focus on being a distraction-free sketchbook means you can draw anywhere without needing an internet connection.
How does Simple Sketchbook handle backups?
You can back up any sketchbook to a single file and restore it on any of your iPads. These backups automatically scale to fit the screen, ensuring your work looks correct on different devices.