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Apps Like Charcoal for iPhone and iPad

Sketch, export, and refine drawings

Create and edit sketches with intuitive tools and customizable color palettes. Export sketches for use in other graphics software. Support multiple windows and dark mode for enhanced workflow.

by Lars Augustin★ 4.5144 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-21

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    Hleb Kuznetsov

    Edit colors, create palettes, export designs

    Create and manage palettes with support for multiple formats including HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK. Export colors as PNG or SVG. Save history and access a library. Organize projects and select colors from images, camera, or web.

    ★ 3.743 ratingsGraphics & DesignFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  1. A+ Signature Lite app icon

    A+ Signature Lite

    Pixtolab Technologies Inc.

    Annotate photos and add watermarks

    Annotate photos with text, drawings, and hand-drawn elements. Add watermarks and autographs. Create and share Photocards. Incorporate internet memes. Edit and enhance images for personal or professional use.

    ★ 4.8705 ratingsPhoto & VideoFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  2. SnipNotes Notebook & Clipboard app icon

    SnipNotes Notebook & Clipboard

    Felix Lisczyk

    Capture notes with voice, widgets, and clipboard

    Create notes using voice commands, Apple Watch, or in- dictation. Attach images, PDFs, videos, and files. Draw sketches directly. Access notes via home screen widgets or clipboard capture.

    ★ 4.7238 ratingsProductivityFreeData updated 2026-09-09
  3. Cartoon Photo - Sketch Guru app icon

    Cartoon Photo - Sketch Guru

    JUPITER PALACE PTE. LTD.

    Create sketches and paint effects from photos

    Create pencil sketches, oil paintings, and other artistic effects from photos. Choose from 13 styles including watercolor and comic black and white. Adjust colors and resize images. Export edited photos.

    ★ 4.4656 ratingsPhoto & VideoFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  4. AR Drawing - Sketch Drawer app icon

    AR Drawing - Sketch Drawer

    CTC TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

    Draw, paint, and trace with AR

    Use camera to draw and paint in augmented reality. Access tracing templates for animals, cars, nature, food, anime, and more. Adjust brush size and color. Save and share artwork directly.

    ★ 4.8220 ratingsGraphics & DesignFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  5. How to Draw, Step by step app icon

    How to Draw, Step by step

    nazife ince

    Draw with your phone's camera as

    Learn to draw with -by- tutorials and AI guidance. Use your phone's camera as a projector to trace and practice. Access drawing lessons for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced.

    ★ 4.51,547 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  6. Affinity Photo 2 for iPad app icon

    Affinity Photo 2 for iPad

    Serif (Europe) Ltd.

    Edit photos, retouch images, create art

    Edit photos and images with advanced tools for retouching, layering, and painting. Create multi-layered art and designs. Adjust colors, contrast, and lighting. Export in various formats and share directly.

    ★ 4.62,655 ratingsPhoto & VideoFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  7. HEAVYPAINT Classic app icon

    HEAVYPAINT Classic

    HEAVYPOLY, Inc.

    Paint and edit with layers and masks

    Create digital paintings using layers, masks, and clipping. Apply smudge and blur tools for texture. Draw shapes and use pure colors. Erase parts of artwork. Save and share completed pieces.

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  8. Cartoon Style: Sketch AI Art app icon

    Cartoon Style: Sketch AI Art

    CEM SOFTWARE COMPANY LIMITED

    Trace anime art with AR tools

    Use phone camera to project anime-style templates onto paper or surfaces. Trace outlines to create art. Adjust lines and colors. Export drawings in various formats. Sync with digital tools for further editing.

    ★ 4.5183 ratingsGraphics & DesignFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  9. Photo Sketch & Pencil Sketcher app icon

    Photo Sketch & Pencil Sketcher

    永亮 潘

    Photos with drag-and-drop

    Convert photos into sketches with tone drawing engine. Adjust pen color, size, and background. Generate strokes with transparent backgrounds. Save sketches in original size and colorize with original colors.

    ★ 0.00 ratingsPhoto & Video$0.99Data updated 2026-10-26
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    Party Flyer Creator

    Tech Box d.o.o.

    Create flyers with custom designs

    Create flyers, logos, and graphics with customizable templates and icons. Edit designs with professional tools. Upload or use images from a library. Export files for print or online publishing.

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