How do you create a custom canvas in Drawing Desk?
You can create a custom canvas in Drawing Desk by going to the Sketch Desk and selecting Blank Canvas, choosing a preset digital or print size, or entering your own width and height to design a fully customized canvas for your artwork.
Why use Custom Canvas in Drawing Desk?
Drawing Desk’s Custom Canvas feature helps artists choose the right canvas size for:
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Digital illustrations
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Web graphics
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Print artworks
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Posters, comics, and postcards
Whether you’re drawing on a tablet or preparing artwork for print, Custom Canvas lets you match your canvas exactly to your creative needs.
How to Open the Custom Canvas Feature
Follow these steps to access Custom Canvas in Drawing Desk:
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Select Blank Canvas from the pop-up window
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Click Start
Tap the New Page icon (top left) and select Custom Canvas.
Available Digital Canvas Sizes
Under the Digital tab, you can choose from preset digital canvas sizes such as:
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Square (2100 × 2100 px)
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Current Screen Size (2048 × 1536 px)
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Standard Screen (1024 × 768 px)
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HD (1280 × 720 px)
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Full HD (1920 × 1080 px)
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Web Illustration (1536 × 700 px)
Available Print Canvas Sizes
If you’re creating artwork for printing, switch to the Print tab and choose from:
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Letter
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Small & Large Postcards
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Comic Book
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A4, A3, A2
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Poster
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Tabloid
How to Create Your Own Custom Canvas Size
If none of the preset sizes fit your project, you can create your own canvas:
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Enter your Width and Height
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Choose a background color
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Click Create
You can also save your custom canvas size and reuse it anytime from the Saved tab.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save custom canvas sizes in Drawing Desk?
Yes. You can save your custom canvas size and access it later from the Saved tab.
Does Drawing Desk support both digital and print canvases?
Yes. Drawing Desk offers preset digital screen sizes and standard print formats like A4, A3, and posters.
Is Custom Canvas available for all users?
Yes, Custom Canvas is available directly inside Drawing Desk when creating a new drawing.
Custom Canvas for Artists Worldwide
Drawing Desk supports internationally used canvas sizes, making it easy for artists in the US, Europe, Asia, and beyond to create artwork for digital platforms or print formats used in their region.
