# TraceArt — Easy Trace Photos and Images.

> App to trace photos and illustrations onto paper using a smartphone screen. (iPhone/iPad app by KENICHI YAMAMOTO.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traceart/id1539017013 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KENICHI YAMAMOTO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1335325739)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.05/5 from 73 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.2 · 5 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese
- Released: 2020-11-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traceart/id1539017013/reviews.md

## What is TraceArt?

Anyone can easily draw a good picture!!
TraceArt is an app that allows you to trace photos and illustrations on your smartphone.
You don't need talent for painting, all you need is a paper and pencil!

*How to use the app
1.Select your favorite photo or illustration from the album.

2.Adjust the thickness of the outline and adjust the size of the image.

3. Lock the screen with the screen lock button (At the same time, the screen brightness is maximized)

4. Place the paper on the screen and draw a picture.
You can save as many sketches as you like.

*Others
Use thin, transparent paper as much as possible.
Photos and illustrations with clear boundaries are recommended.

*Advertisements will be displayed in the free version.


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## Key features

- Trace photos and illustrations
- Adjust outline thickness
- Adjust image size
- Screen lock with maximized brightness
- Save unlimited sketches

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ADs | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traceart/id1539017013/reviews.md

### 1/5 — What the HEK?!

*2026-08-05, version 1.1.2*

Doodoo caca bumcheese! What is this. I can’t trace, the app can’t trace… WHAT THE HEK?! THE FIRST THING I SAW- was an advertisement. Like what the DOODOO CACA BUMCHEESE! If you know, you know. If you Don’t know, you won’t know easy as that but this is a 0 star… DOODOO CACA BUMCHEESE!

### 1/5 — It sucks

*2026-07-13, version 1.1.2*

I can’t even see if there’s a paper unless it’s super bright. I just have to trace it. It turned out nothing like what it looks.

### 1/5 — ?

*2025-10-19, version 1.1.2*

사진이 없어요

### 1/5 — どうやって書くの?

*2025-10-04, version 1.1.2*

色々やってるんですが、全く絵が描けません
なんか適当にやっても毎回
広告が流れてきてどうやるんですか？

### 4/5 — 写真をイラストに

*2025-06-14, version 1.1.2*

七夕の願い事を短冊にちょっとしたイラストが描きたくて探したらこのアプリを見つけました。
写真を選択してサイズを合わて描けました。ひとつのイラストしか書いてないけどロック解除すると広告が流れます。

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2025-06-05, version 1.1.2*

Don’t install this it’s a waste of time

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2025-04-10, version 1.1.2*

I can’t trace it like what

### 1/5 — 안그려짐

*2024-09-22, version 1.1.2*

어떻게하는거임?

### 1/5 — ？

*2024-07-24, version 1.1.2*

書き方が分かりませんでした。
初心者にはさっぱりでしたので、もう少し説明・解説があると助かります。
他のアプリを使います。

### 1/5 — Trace art is not worth your time

*2024-04-07, version 1.1.2*

Is not very functional. Doesn’t work very well. Video pops up after everything you try to do. It is not very easy or intuitive in switching from one photo to another and getting a new screen.

## Frequently asked questions about TraceArt

### What does TraceArt do?

TraceArt transforms your smartphone into a tracing tool. It allows you to place your phone's screen with a selected image or illustration on top of paper and trace the outlines. This makes it easy for anyone to draw without needing prior artistic talent.

### How do I use TraceArt to draw?

First, select a photo or illustration from your album. Then, adjust the outline thickness and image size. Lock the screen, which also maximizes brightness, place paper over your phone's screen, and draw. You can save as many sketches as you create.

### Is TraceArt free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it displays advertisements in the free version. There are also in-app purchases available, suggesting premium features or an ad-free experience may be offered.

### What kind of photos work best with TraceArt?

For the best results, it is recommended to use thin, transparent paper. Photos and illustrations with clear boundaries are also recommended, as they will provide more defined lines to trace.

### What are the benefits of using TraceArt?

TraceArt democratizes drawing by removing the need for inherent talent. It allows users to easily replicate images, learn drawing techniques through practice, and create sketches of their favorite photos or illustrations with simple tools like paper and pencil.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2024-01-21

-small bug fix.

### 1.1.1 — 2023-04-07

-small bug fix.

### 1.0.9 — 2022-12-16

-small bug fix.

### 1.0.8 — 2021-12-13

-small bug fix.

### 1.0.7 — 2021-10-23

-Reduced Ads.

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