# Tracer: Trace Drawing Camera — Learn to Draw & Trace Photos

> Digital tracing tool for practicing drawing by overlaying images on paper. (iPhone/iPad app by Pull Apps.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracer-trace-drawing-camera/id6760240375 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pull Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828384931)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 64 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracer-trace-drawing-camera/id6760240375/reviews.md

## What is Tracer?

Tracer turns your phone into a digital tracing tool that helps you practice drawing and recreate images step by step.

Import any image, adjust its opacity, place your phone over paper, and trace the lines to create your own drawings.
Whether you're a beginner or just want to improve your sketching skills, Tracer makes drawing easier and more fun.

Create Your Own Projects

Import any image from your photo library or capture one with your camera.

Adjust the image opacity and trace it directly on paper to recreate drawings.

Tracer includes built-in project management to organize and manage your work:
• Create and manage multiple drawing projects
• Keep your imported images and sketches organized per project
• Easily switch between ongoing projects without losing progress

Tracer also includes two modes to fit different workflows:
• Classic Mode – a simple and focused tracing experience
• AR Mode – overlay images in real-world space for more accurate tracing

Advanced tools to improve your tracing sessions:
• Zoom to focus on details and extend image reach
• 0.5x zoom for a wider field of view
• Flashlight option for low-light drawing sessions
• Smart alignment for better positioning accuracy
• Grid overlays to help structure and align your drawings

Perfect for tracing:

• Characters
• Illustrations
• Logos
• Tattoos
• Sketches
• Any image you want to learn to draw

Learn With Step-by-Step Guides

Use the Learn tab to follow ready-made tutorials.

Each guide breaks down drawings into simple steps so you can understand how they are built from basic shapes to finished sketches.

Great for beginners who want to start drawing.


Support: support@pullapps.app
Privacy Policy: https://pullapps.app/privacy-policy-tracer
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Import images from photo library or camera
- Adjust image opacity for tracing
- Trace directly onto paper
- Step-by-step drawing tutorials
- Practice tracing characters, logos, and sketches

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracer-trace-drawing-camera/id6760240375/reviews.md

### 5/5 — AMAZING

*2026-08-03*

It worked great and I didn’t have to pay a cent

### 5/5 — Best tracer app out there!

*2026-07-29*

This is the best underrated tracer app out there it’s free no adds every 4 seconds best!

**Developer response:** Thank you so much! We're really glad you're enjoying the app.

### 3/5 — Good

*2026-07-24*

Super good once you start tracing and the drawings turned out amazing, until the subscription came up, £4.49 a month, but i am going to either pay it or delete the app. Overall if you have premium its amazing.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the review! We are really glad you're enjoying the tracing experience and the results.

Just to clarify, a subscription isn't required to use the app. You can create unlimited projects for free. Premium simply unlocks additional features such as all drawing tutorials, AR tracing mode, and other advanced tools.

We appreciate your feedback, and we hope you continue enjoying the app whether you choose the free version or Premium.

### 5/5 — Excellent app to learn how to sketch

*2026-07-08*

This is a great app if you’re just learning how to draw as it helps develop the muscle memory necessary to draw, and it improves upon your spatial recognition so that your hand is forced to sync with your eyes and vice versa, helping you to be more accurate when you are placing an image on paper that you are seeing with your eyes. 
If you’re a self-learner, I highly recommend giving this app a shot. 
Be patient and allow yourself to make the necessary connections between your hand and your eyes.  It doesn’t happen overnight, but if you’ll be patient, it will get easier each time you do it, and your drawing will inevitably improve. 
We’re not all Picasso’s, but we can all improve.
I’m lucky, if it wasn’t for my total lack of natural ability and absence of talent, it’s quite possible I could be one of the greats.

**Developer response:** Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review! We love hearing that Tracer is helping people build confidence and improve their drawing skills step by step.

You’re absolutely right that drawing is a skill that develops with practice, patience, and the connection between what you see and what your hand creates. We’re happy that Tracer can be part of that learning process.

Keep drawing, and thank you for being part of the Tracer community!

### 5/5 — About it

*2026-07-06*

This is a good game it lets me draw my pictures 
And I can’t draw good with out something to trace

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review! We’re happy that Tracer is helping you create drawings and practice your skills. Everyone starts somewhere, and using references can be a great way to learn and improve over time.

Keep drawing and enjoy the creative process!

### 5/5 — 𝓣𝓸𝓽𝓽𝓪𝓵𝔂 𝓰𝓸𝓽 𝓽𝓸 𝓽𝓻𝔂 𝓽𝓱𝓲𝓼!

*2026-06-28*

𝓢𝓸 𝓲𝓯 𝔂𝓸𝓾 𝓭𝓸𝓷'𝓽 𝓴𝓷𝓸𝔀 𝓽𝓱𝓲𝓼 𝓪𝓹𝓹 𝔀𝓲𝓵𝓵 𝓵𝓮𝓽 𝔂𝓸𝓾 𝓾𝓹𝓵𝓸𝓪𝓭 𝔂𝓸𝓾𝓻 𝓹𝓱𝓸𝓽𝓸𝓼 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝓮. 𝓝𝓸 𝓪𝓭𝓼. 𝓝𝓸 𝓹𝓻𝓸𝓫𝓵𝓮𝓶. 𝓐𝓷𝓭 𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓻𝓮 𝓲𝓼 𝓸𝓷𝓵𝔂 𝓳𝓾𝓼𝓽 𝓪 𝓫𝓲𝓽 𝓸𝓯 𝓹𝓪𝔂𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽 𝓽𝓸 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓽𝓾𝓽𝓸𝓻𝓲𝓪𝓵𝓼 𝓫𝓾𝓽 𝓼𝓽𝓲𝓵𝓵! 𝓘𝓶𝓪 𝓰𝓲𝓿𝓮 𝔂𝓸𝓾 𝓪 𝓫𝓲𝓰 𝓯𝓪𝓽.. 
∧∧∧∧.   <--𝓜𝓮 
( ｡-( //// ) Muah･･･💓<𝓪𝓹𝓹
/"""" ^つ O
し-𝓙∪∪
𝓚𝓲𝓼𝓼! 𝓨𝓸𝓾 𝓪𝓻𝓮 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓫𝓮𝓼𝓽!  𝓣𝓱𝓪𝓷𝓴 𝔂𝓸𝓾!! ♡♡

### 5/5 — I’m so happy it’s not greedy

*2026-06-20*

It’s nice it’s not one of those “give me 30 dollars every month to draw a low draw dog.Truly a nice app

**Developer response:** Glad you’re enjoying it, thanks for the support!

### 5/5 — Best app evverrrr

*2026-06-15*

Much love to yall, you guys actually listen to peoples problems like bugs, and the best part it’s free

**Developer response:** Thank you, this genuinely means a lot. We read every piece of feedback and try our best to fix issues as quickly as we can. Really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a kind review!

### 1/5 — Charges

*2026-06-10*

Charges me to do my own photos and trace them

### 1/5 — Worst app humanly possible

*2026-05-12*

Could not trace anything I would messed up and everything would not work. It would move in everything. The paper would move and it’s just hard on its own.

## Frequently asked questions about Tracer

### What is Tracer?

Tracer is a mobile application that functions as a digital tracing tool. It allows users to import images, adjust their opacity, and overlay them onto paper via their phone's camera to practice drawing and recreate designs.

### How does Tracer help with learning to draw?

Tracer includes a 'Learn' tab with step-by-step tutorials that break down drawings into simple stages. This feature is designed to help beginners understand how to construct sketches from basic shapes to finished illustrations.

### What types of images can I trace with Tracer?

You can trace a wide variety of images with Tracer, including characters, illustrations, logos, tattoos, sketches, and any other image you wish to learn to draw.

### Does Tracer have ads?

No, Tracer does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional subscription plans for enhanced features or content.

### What are the subscription options for Tracer?

Tracer offers a weekly subscription for $3.99/P7D and a yearly subscription for $49.99/P1Y. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### On which devices is Tracer available?

Tracer is currently available for iPhone devices. It is designed to work on the iOS platform.

### How often is Tracer updated?

The latest version of Tracer is 1.2.2, which was last updated on May 8, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### What is the age rating for Tracer?

Tracer has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the content within the app is generally suitable for children aged four and older.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.7 — 2026-08-27

We've made AR tracing more reliable with better placement controls and improved tracking in challenging lighting conditions.

Also included:

• Get a low-light hint when your room is too dark, with a suggestion to turn on the flashlight or move somewhere brighter
• New Reset button in AR to quickly clear your placement and start again
• Steadier overlay tracking and smoother placement
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

Thanks for using Tracer!

### 1.3.6 — 2026-08-06

More Powerful Line Art Controls!

Create cleaner, more accurate tracing outlines with new line art customization options.

Also included:

• Simple Line Art now includes a Detail slider to adjust outline complexity
• Advanced Line Art adds independent controls for Detail, Smoothness, Contrast, Thickness, and Color Edges
• Smoother overlay movement, more reliable lock gestures, and general bug fixes

Thanks for using Tracer!

### 1.3.5 — 2026-07-17

We've made Tracer even better with new tutorials, fresh inspiration, and a smoother browsing experience.

• Added 2 new tutorials: Trophy and Crown
• New inspiration images to spark your next drawing
• Revamped the Inspiration section with easier browsing and image previews
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

Thanks for using Tracer, more updates coming soon!

### 1.3.4 — 2026-07-12

We've made Tracer even better with new tutorials, smarter zoom behavior, and improved progress tracking to help you keep creating.

• Added 3 new tutorials: Pineapple, Cake, and Coffee Cup
• New project timers and enhanced drawing stats to track your practice
• Camera zoom now scales your reference image proportionally to keep it aligned
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

Thanks for using Tracer, more updates coming soon!

### 1.3.3 — 2026-06-30

We've made Tracer even smoother to use with improved controls, a better Lineart experience, and plenty of polish throughout.

• Improved UI and UX across the app for a cleaner, more intuitive experience
• New pinch-to-rotate gesture for your reference image, with double-tap to quickly reset rotation
• Enhanced Lineart with better results and finer control
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

Thanks for using Tracer, more updates coming soon!

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