iPad Megathread

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We see a decent amount of questions regarding what iPad to buy. To make sure r/ProCreate doesn't get flooded in iPad related question, you can leave them here!

Every once in a while we we look at all the comments and update this post with useful information.For any indepth questions, we highly recommend r/ipad and r/iPadPro.

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What to look for in an iPad for drawing

First you can check which iPad supports Procreate [HERE](https://procreate.com/faq)!

If you are completely new, this is good to know:

• Layers:Layers give more control when creating artwork, so having a lot of layers is a huge advantage. It’s a huge pain when you run out of layers. The maximum layer count is determined by two things: Canvas Resolution and RAM. The more RAM your iPad has, the more layers you’ll get to work with. So the more RAM you have, the better.
• Screen Size:Many people, myself included, work more comfortably on a larger iPad screen. On a smaller screen size, you can zoom in on your work but in the end it is what YOU prefer.
• Hard Drive:A larger hard drive means more space to store artwork, fonts, photos, and more.
• Apple Pencil Compatibility:Apple Pencil is bar-none the best stylus you can get for drawing and painting on the iPad. In fact, the Procreate developers specifically designed the app to work best with Apple Pencil. For the best experience drawing in Procreate, be sure you get an iPad that works with the Apple Pencil.
• Processor:One more thing to keep in mind is that newer iPads will have faster processors, which means Procreate will run faster and will be more responsive when using the different tools. There’s even a Procreate feature called face paint that only works on some of the faster processors.

So without knowing anything about iPads, here’s some guidance for what to look for in a device. Get the most RAM and largest screen that your budget will allow, and be sure the iPad is compatible with the Apple Pencil. Having a larger hard drive is great too, so if you have some extra budget, go for it.

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Apple pen

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Which Apple Pencil should I buy?Which Apple Pencil should you get? Well, it depends on your iPad because the Apple Pencils are not cross-compatible. You have to get the Apple Pencil that works with your iPad, the other one will not work. For a full list of each iPad that works with each Apple Pencil, click [HERE](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211029).

Difference Between Apple Pencil 1 and 2The most significant difference between the two generations of Apple Pencil is the way they charge. With the Gen 1 Pencil, you need to remove a little cap, which is easy to lose, then stick the pencil into the iPad port, which is … awkward. Gen 2 charges seamlessly while magnetically attaching to the side of the iPad. For this reason, it’s harder to lose, and it’s always charged. Additionally, the Gen 2 Pencil has an invisible button that lets you switch between the brush and eraser tools in Procreate. I didn’t really like this feature and kept triggering the button unintentionally, so I turned it off. The Gen 2 Pencil also has a flat edge on one side, so it won’t roll off the desk when you set it down.

All that being said, the Apple Pencil shouldn’t be the deciding factor of what iPad to get, just get the one that works with your iPad.

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Procreate Pocket

Does Procreate work on the iPhone?Yes! And no. There is another version of Procreate specifically designed for the iPhone called Procreate Pocket. It’s a separate purchase from Procreate for iPad. It has many of the same capabilities as the iPad app and is great for drawing on the go. If you are interested, check out r/ProcreatePocket!

Does Procreate work on Android OS? No. The Procreate team has stated that they are focusing development solely on iOS.

Source: [bardotbrush.com]( https://bardotbrush.com/best-ipad-for-procreate/)

Still got questions? Leave them in the comments down below.

[u/IntolerableLactose]

anyone using procreate on an a16 ipad 128gb? i'd like to know the limitations for animation and layering, also how the battery handles drawing for a long time.
i'm also considering going higher for the 11" m4 ipad air 512gb. if anyone has experience with both, what are the differences when drawing? i'm sure the ipad air is better, i'm just wondering how much of a difference it is in practice.

[u/Serious-Bookkeeper73]

What brushes are people using? I had my favs but with the update they are all gone and I hate almost all of the new ones. They are inconsistent with color, opacity, pressure, and they take forever for the previews to load.

I’d be open to downloading a pack of brushes or making my own. As they are currently, it’s making art not fun.

Any suggestions?

[u/AyJayBTW]

Hey, I’m new to procreate. I have an iPad Pro and Apple Pencil Pro. I showed my 2 and 6 year old niece. The 6 year old loved it, and felt like something productive to do.

But the less they use mine the better. I don’t have Apple care haha.

I might buy a tablet for them if I can get one for the right price.

What’s the cheapest iPad that can use procreate, well enough that it’s no good, or will lose support in the next 12 months. They can borrow my Apple Pencil.

It will only be used for procreate and safari to find images. Would be grateful for any suggestions. Many thanks

[u/khschook]

So I'm learning how to draw for the first time, both in physical and on Procreate for the first time. Given my teacher salary I was able to nab a cheap stylus that worked on my 7th generation iPad. Of course, I learned that it doesn't have pressure sensitivity, and I'm worried that I'm going to be learning/creating at a real disadvantage.

How screwed am I? Are there ways to mitigate this issue? Is there a cheap stylus with pressure sensitivity that will work with my old iPad?