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Learn Clip Studio Paint
Learn Clip Studio Paint

Learn Clip Studio Paint: Create impressive comics and Manga art in world-class graphics software , Second Edition

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Learn Clip Studio Paint

Preferences, Shortcuts, and Other Commands

Now that we've gotten Clip Studio Paint installed and gone over the basics of the interface, we can take a closer look at setting the program preferences before we start making new files.

In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:

  • Changing the program preferences
  • Using keyboard shortcuts
  • Customizing the Command Bar
  • Making and saving workspaces
  • Creating new files and templates

Let's dive right in!

Program preferences

Program preferences allow us to set up Clip Studio Paint in a way that facilitates how we work. This also allows us to change the program operations so that they don't tax computer resources. There are technically four sets of preferences in the Clip Studio Paint program: Preferences, Shortcut Settings, Modifier Key Settings, and Command Bar Settings. You can find all of these options under File in the menu at the top of the program screen:

In this section, we will be discussing the options found under the File | Preferences option. In the next section of this chapter, we will discuss the Shortcut Settings and Modifier Key Settings. In the section after that, we will discuss the Command Bar Settings. So, let's get started on the Preferences menu.

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Using keyboard shortcuts

Learning keyboard shortcuts is a great way to streamline your workflow. Using keyboard shortcuts with the hand that isn't holding the drawing stylus helps reduce the amount of time spent moving your arm back and forth to switch tools or even to use menu options like creating a new file or saving. Let's take a look at customizing our keyboard shortcuts to start familiarizing ourselves with them.

To access the keyboard shortcut settings, go to File | Shortcut Settings in the File menu. This will open the Shortcut Settings dialog box. The Shortcut Settings window is shown in the following screenshot:

We'll be working in the Shortcut Settings menu for the next few sections.

Different categories of shortcut settings

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Customizing the Command Bar

The Command Bar is the set of icons in the Clip Studio Paint user interface that appear between the File menu and the area where the canvas is displayed. It is shown in the following screenshot:

This section of the user interface can be used to greatly improve your workflow by customizing it to include the functions of Clip Studio Paint that you use most often. You can even include your most used drawing colors! In this section, we'll cover how to customize the Command Bar to make it your own.

Adding items to the Command Bar

In this section, we will add the Create New From Clipboard item to the Command Bar and then we will learn how to rearrange icons. Follow these steps to complete this task...

Making and saving workspaces

One of the best features of Clip Studio Paint is the ability to create and save different workspaces for different tasks. A workspace is a collection of palettes and their position in the interface. Clip Studio Paint comes with a few workspace options already in the program, but we can also create our own workspaces.

Saving a workspace

Follow these steps to create and save a workspace:

  1. Use the directions in Chapter 1, Installing Clip Studio Paint, Recommended Systems, and Interface Basics to move, collapse, and close the palettes to set up a workspace. In the following screenshot, the palettes have all been moved to the left-hand side of the interface to make it easier to select items for a left...

New files and templates

Making a new file in most computer programs is pretty easy. You just make a new file and off you go! But in Clip Studio Paint, there are some terms and options that need an explanation so that you are able to create new files that will be the right size and have the right specifications for whatever project you're working on. For some users of Clip Studio Paint, some of these options and terms won't be necessary to know. But for anyone doing projects for print, they are very important. In this section, we will discuss the terms of creating a new file, and also learn how to create template files and load templates into new pages. Let's get started!

The New file window – explained

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Summary

In this chapter, we learned how to access the program preferences. We learned what each preference controls in the user interface. We also learned how to access and change keyboard shortcuts. Then, we learned how to make a new file so that we can begin drawing.

In the next chapter, we will begin learning about the different types of brushes in Clip Studio Paint, and the basics of customizing them to fit our personal style.

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Key benefits

  • Overcome “interface overwhelm” with a practical breakdown of the Clip Studio interface
  • Comprehensive guide on the Clip Studio Paint with detailed coverage of all the tools and concepts of designing comics
  • Streamline your workflow to create faster and easier using Clip Studio’s features

Description

Clip Studio Paint, the successor to Manga Studio, is used by over four million illustrators and comic creators around the world. This book will guide you through every step of learning this software, from system requirements and installation, all the way through to exporting your work for print or the web. Learn how to create new documents, customize tools to fit your working style, use ruler tools to create anything from straight lines to intricate backgrounds, add 3D elements, create comic panels using the specialized panel tools, utilize screentones and materials, add text and word balloons to your comics, create sound effects, easily flat and color your comics using reference layers, and bring your drawings to life using the animation features. By the end of this book, you will be able to navigate the Clip Studio Interface and program preferences, customize the various tools, and be able to create your own black-and-white and color illustrations and comics from start to finish.

Who is this book for?

If you are a beginning digital artist or are switching to Clip Studio from another graphics software, this book is for you. This book is excellent for those with no knowledge of digital art up to intermediate users looking to explore the unique features of Clip Studio Paint.

What you will learn

  • Understand the differences between Clip Studio Paint Pro and EX
  • Discover how to navigate and customize the user interface
  • Creating custom tools that fit your unique style of illustration
  • Using the ruler tools to create intricate perspective shots and complex symmetry
  • Discover how to use 3D elements in your work
  • Learn how to create lettering and word balloons to bring your comic stories to life
  • Understand the process of digital art creation from pencils to inks to color
  • Understand how to use the animation tools available in Clip Studio Paint
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Installing Clip Studio Paint, Recommended Systems, and Interface Basics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Preferences, Shortcuts, and Other Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Clip Studio Paint Brushes: an Introduction Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Pencilling: Layer Properties Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Erasers, Selections, and the Subview Palette Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
All About Rulers Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Using 3D Figures and Objects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Vector Layers and the Material Palette Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Using Text and Balloon Tools Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Creating Sound Effects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Making Layer Masks and Screentones Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Making Comic Panels Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Auto Actions and Your Workflow Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Inking Tools Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Inking Special Effects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Color Palettes Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Using CSP to Color Your Comics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Exporting and Printing Your Comic Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
What Is the Clip Studio App and Getting Animated Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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Me ajudou muito a utilizar o software clip studio paint e a aprender a desenhar.
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I bought the kindle version because I had a question about speech bubbles and I couldn’t find the answer without buying the book.I am pleased to admit, I’ve returned to this book so many times to explode new features and my productivity has gone through the roof!
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Its the bible of Clip Studio Paint program /software, any doubt you might have ,you will find the answer in this book ,its the perfect companion for this software ,at a great price ,
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I've mostly used Adobe Photoshop for digital art programs but I recently picked up Clip Studio Paint since it's more geared specifically toward illustrators and comic artists. While a lot of things are similar to Photoshop, it's just different enough to be frustrating, and this book has helped a lot in my transition, as it explains everything in simple and concise terms. It's easy to understand and has a lot of information packed into it, so I highly recommend this book for people that want to get the most out of the program!
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