How To Make A Perfect Circle Procreate

Let's face it, drawing a perfect circle can feel like trying to herd cats, especially on a screen! Don't worry, getting that flawless form in Procreate is easier than you think.

The QuickShape Magic Trick

Ready to unlock some digital sorcery? Let's dive into QuickShape.

Draw and Hold!

Start by drawing a circle-like shape. Honestly, it can be wobbly, lopsided, a complete abstract monstrosity – nobody's judging (much!).

Now, here's the crucial part: don't lift your stylus or finger! Keep it planted on the screen for a second.

Boom! Procreate, sensing your artistic struggle, will magically snap your blob into a near-perfect ellipse.

Refining Your Masterpiece

But wait, there's more! You're not stuck with just an ellipse.

Look up at the top of your screen; you'll see a button that says "Edit Shape." Give it a tap.

You will be offered options like "Ellipse" and "Circle" – select "Circle".

Now you have a perfect circle. Congratulations, Picasso (of circles)!

Sizing It Just Right

Still in Edit Shape mode, you can drag the little blue nodes around the circle's edge to resize it. Think of them as reins on your circular steed!

Make it bigger, smaller, wider, narrower – you're in control!

Position it precisely where you want it, just by dragging the circle itself.

Another Procreate circle secret

Okay, want to know a secret that even some seasoned Procreate users miss? There is another way to make a perfect circle!

You need to use the selection tool.

Two-finger tap

Use the selection tool (the "S" icon at the top).

Tap the screen with two fingers simultaneously. You should see a perfect circle appear.

That's it! Now, using the selection tool, you can resize and change your circle.

Beyond the Basics

Okay, so you've mastered the perfect circle. What now?

Filling the Void

Want to fill your circle with color? Just drag your color swatch from the top right corner into the center of the shape.

Instant solid circle!

Outlines and Shadows

Experiment with different brushes to create outlines, shadows, and textures around your circles.

Turn them into planets, bubbles, abstract art – the possibilities are as endless as your imagination (and the size of your Procreate canvas!).

Don't be afraid to layer multiple circles on top of each other, playing with different colors and opacities.

Happy drawing!