Autodesk SketchBook makes premium features free for everyone

If you're in the market for a new way to sketch on Windows 10, Autodesk this week made a strong case for considering its SketchBook app. The app was updated this calendar week on all platforms to make all of its features gratis for everyone (via OnMSFT).

With the move, annihilation that was previously locked behind a paywall, such as premium brushes, is at present provided for gratis. "From quick conceptual sketches to fully finished artwork, sketching is at the heart of the creative process," Autodesk said in a blog post announcing the change. "You never know when a great idea volition strike, so admission to fast and powerful sketching tools is an invaluable part of any creative process. For this reason, we are excited to denote that, starting today, the fully featured version of SketchBook is now Gratuitous for anybody!"

In an accompanying FAQ, Autodesk clarifies that all Pro tools are at present free, including perspective guides, overflowing fill up, and layer effects. Premium brushes and the ability to create as many layers every bit you want are also included.

For Windows users, SketchBook is available in ii flavors. You lot can pick it upwards on the Microsoft Store for Windows x, where the app is optimized for touchand works with the Surface Dial, only excludes the post-obit features: transparent color, layer group, French bend, text tool, FlipBook, crop tool, prototype adjustments, and distort. Alternatively, SketchBook for Windows desktop is available from the SketchBook website and "contains the total feature set," Autodesk says.

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