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CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method

Name: CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.64 (1000 reviews)

Bring the centuries-old technique of the masters to your iPad and iPhone. Trusted by artists and teachers since 2010, CopyIt provides the digital tools you need to draw, paint, and scale your reference images with total accuracy.

Key Figures

Downloads

90K+

User Rating

4.6/5

Total Ratings

1K+

Publisher

Nigel Green

Achieve Flawless Proportions

Bridge the gap between your reference and the canvas with professional tools designed for accuracy, detail, and artistic confidence.

Precision Grid Control

Choose from six customizable grid types to break down complex subjects into manageable sections for perfect accuracy.

Focused Detail with SmartMove

Zoom up to 20x and use Target Mode to isolate specific squares, ensuring you capture every fine line and texture.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

App Store

Screenshots

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - Interface of the CopyIt app showing a portrait with a numbered grid overlay for precision drawing. — Interface of the CopyIt app showing a portrait with a numbered grid overlay for precision drawing.

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - CopyIt app interface showing a pencil sketch portrait with a drawing grid overlay and art tools — CopyIt app interface showing a pencil sketch portrait with a drawing grid overlay and art tools

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - CopyIt app interface showing perspective vanishing lines over a street photograph for precise drawing — CopyIt app interface showing perspective vanishing lines over a street photograph for precise drawing

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - The CopyIt app interface displaying a grid overlay on a still life image of fruit. — The CopyIt app interface displaying a grid overlay on a still life image of fruit.

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - Interface of CopyIt app showing a labeled grid over a reference image of apples — Interface of CopyIt app showing a labeled grid over a reference image of apples

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - CopyIt app interface showing a grid overlay on a pencil drawing of fruit — CopyIt app interface showing a grid overlay on a pencil drawing of fruit

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - Digital grid drawing app interface displaying a still life painting of fruit with advanced artist tools and color picker. — Digital grid drawing app interface displaying a still life painting of fruit with advanced artist tools and color picker.

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - Interface of the TubeMatch feature showing art supply brands like Prismacolor and Schmincke with corresponding color swatches — Interface of the TubeMatch feature showing art supply brands like Prismacolor and Schmincke with corresponding color swatches

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - Settings screen for the CopyIt app showing appearance and ruler color customization options — Settings screen for the CopyIt app showing appearance and ruler color customization options

CopyIt The Grid Drawing Method - A list of saved drawing projects in the CopyIt app with grid thumbnails and management buttons — A list of saved drawing projects in the CopyIt app with grid thumbnails and management buttons

Description

First released in 2010, CopyIt is the original and most feature‑rich grid drawing app. Trusted by artists, teachers, and students worldwide, CopyIt brings the centuries‑old grid drawing technique into the digital age, making it easier than ever to copy, enlarge, or reduce reference images with precision. Why CopyIt? The grid method, used by masters like Leonardo da Vinci, breaks images into manageable sections so you can focus on lines and shapes square by square. CopyIt eliminates the need to print and mark up photos, offering zoom, filters, and digital tools that enhance accuracy and detail. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced artist, CopyIt helps you achieve results with confidence. Key Features • Universal App: Works on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Silicon Macs • Flexible Grids: 6 grid types, customisable rows/columns, adjustable colors, transparency, and guidelines • Smart Tools: SmartMove zoom, Target mode, digital ruler, perspective lines, and TubeMatch™ for color matching • Filters & Effects: Pencil Sketch, Onion Skin overlay, flips, rotations, and multiple image aspects • Import & Export: Capture with front/back cameras, load projects or albums, save and share via AirDrop, email, or social platforms • Customization: Portrait/landscape orientation, fullscreen mode, adjustable zoom (x1–x20), media sizes in imperial/metric • Support: In‑app help and a new tutorial Designed for Success CopyIt transforms the traditional grid method into a modern workflow tool. By working square by square, you can scale images accurately, refine details, and build confidence in your drawing skills. Connect with us: • Facebook: facebook.com/CopyItTheGridDrawingMethod • Twitter: @copyitforios