Questions tagged [krita]
Questions about Krita, an open-source raster graphics editor from KDE. Comparable to Photoshop or GIMP.
109
questions
13
votes
2
answers
47k
views
Does Krita have a hex color selector? Where do I find it?
I'm doing some webdev stuff, and I'm creating some designs in Krita. Since CSS mostly uses hex values (aside some hard-coded ones), I need to access the color hex values.
The Krita color pickers come ...
12
votes
1
answer
14k
views
Remember brush size when switching between brushes in Krita
Usually when I draw, I frequently switch between two or three tools and/or brushes. By default in Krita (I've tried versions 2.8.5 and 2.9.10), brush size is reset to default when selecting a brush. ...
9
votes
3
answers
34k
views
Copying a selection without adding a new layer in Krita
I want to duplicate a selection area in Krita and move it to anywhere I wish. The problem is, I can't do this simple manipulation because it creates an additional layer each time copied and pasted, ...
8
votes
1
answer
510
views
Can .jpg have transparency?
I have read everywhere that .jpg can't have transparency and you can't save it as transparent.
But I have a .jpg picture with transparency.
Link to the picture
Can anyone explain how the picture I ...
6
votes
2
answers
16k
views
How to fit canvas to the actual image?
I have an image which has a lot of transparency around it and I need the canvas to automatically fit the image. Currently I am doing this by hand with the crop tool. Is there any fit canvas to image ...
6
votes
2
answers
7k
views
Lock the Zoom and Scroll Bars in Krita
Is there a way to lock the zoom and the scroll bars in Krita so that they do not jump around, changing position and magnification, when I am not using the magnifying tool?
I am using a wacom tablet ...
5
votes
1
answer
11k
views
How to use the duplicate brush in Krita
How do you use the duplicate brush in Krita.
I've got an X but can't seem to get further.
The manual is not very comprehensive.
5
votes
1
answer
57k
views
Krita: how to add imported image to a layer mask
I need to add an imported image mask to a transparency mask layer. I'm currently using Photoshop in my workflow and can import image masks created in blender and create layer masks with them, but ...
4
votes
1
answer
17k
views
How do I use the Duplicate Brush in Krita? (on a tablet)
I'm getting into digital art, and I want to make a pair of twins. Because I suck at making things the same, I think the Duplicate Brush is what I need. But how do I find and use it?
This was the ...
4
votes
2
answers
9k
views
In Krita, using the Rectangular Selection Tool how can I delete and get transparency?
I am trying to figure out how I can make a selection, delete the contents within the selection and get transparency. Right now when I make the selection and press Delete I get the area filled with a ...
4
votes
2
answers
497
views
When brushing with a translucent colour, is there any way to make multiple strokes into one?
The example below is using Krita, but since this kind of operation is common in almost all graphics software, I would like to know if there is a general method for this.
When brushing with a ...
4
votes
1
answer
697
views
How to Krita - Creating user defined pixel brushes to match Ctrl+Paint
I am new to Krita and have read through a number of documentations on setting up pixel brushes. I am trying to match the brush and eraser behavior as shown in this tutorial https://www.ctrlpaint.com/...
3
votes
1
answer
2k
views
How to know the size of a particular layer in Krita?
I have a Krita file with a layer on it. I want to know the size of it. How can I achieve this?
3
votes
1
answer
2k
views
Krita: How to apply a stroke effect like in Photoshop
when cleaning images from their background I always used Photoshops Stroke Effect, which applied a coloured stroke around any visible pixels. This is extremely helpful with nearly invisible pixels or ...
3
votes
2
answers
1k
views
is there a way to clone and mirror at the same time in Krita?
Suppose you have painted a landscape with mountains and villages in the background, and you decide to put (lake) water at the bottom.
Now you need to reflect the landscape into the water.
The only ...
3
votes
1
answer
6k
views
How does Krita compare to Corel Painter?
I am new to painting and in the process of learning. I would like to know what advantages and disadvantages Krita and Corel Painter have. If you have used both of these Software and finished a ...
3
votes
1
answer
9k
views
How do you change the Krita Line Tool's line size (weight/thickness)
Krita (v2.9.7) and graphics arts newbie. How do you change the "Line Tools" line size (weight/thickness)?
I've right-clicked my drawn line to "pop up" a seemingly useful set of ...
3
votes
1
answer
4k
views
How do I batch import multiple images as individual layers in Krita?
I have already tried importing multiple images with File -> Import Animation Frames. I tried importing a single GIF image and it didn't extract the layers so I did it manually myself, then I went back ...
3
votes
1
answer
2k
views
Interpolate an entire layer's animation in Krita
I'm wondering if it's possible to interpolate a layer's position in the Krita graphics editing and animation tool.
Let’s say I have a picture in position A at frame 1. I want this picture to move ...
3
votes
0
answers
622
views
Krita - Drawing a gradient along a path
How would you draw a curve/path and make a gradient face the direction of the path? Let me show you what I mean: https://prnt.sc/1036pgl
If that isn't clear, I want that path to have a gradient moving ...
3
votes
1
answer
915
views
Krita brush size on canvas depends on ppi setting
I don't know if this is specific to Krita, I'd just like to understand how to handle it, as I cannot find any specific posts or info addressing it. [Please note that I am a beginner and I am not doing ...
3
votes
1
answer
3k
views
Can you have 2 Krita windows open on 2 monitors at the same time showing the same file?
Can you have 2 Krita windows open on 2 monitors at the same time showing the same file?
Basically i have a windows tablet device that is a monitor in a drawing position and an ultrawide screen ...
2
votes
1
answer
10k
views
Create an arrow in Krita
I would like to create an arrow in Krita.
How could I create an arrow (if possible vectorized) in Krita?
2
votes
3
answers
3k
views
Krita brush path
I tried everything I could but I just can't figure out how to get Krita to apply a pixel brush along a vector path. I have read things that imply it should be possible and it seems obvious but I just ...
2
votes
3
answers
944
views
Is there a feature in Krita that allows you to take a picture of your drawing?
I would like to get a full picture of the image. (Including the transparent background and ice cream.) Is there a feature in Krita that allows you to do this?
Thank you!
2
votes
2
answers
13k
views
Krita PNG or JPEG not saving?
I've tried a grand total of 12 times to save my Krita files (called .kra) as .png or .jpg files, but it doesn't work. Each time I try, Krita freezes for a few minutes and then shuts down without ...
2
votes
1
answer
8k
views
When I export a PNG from Krita and upload to a website, it comes out too dark
I made a picture in Krita to use as an avatar with Twitch and Steam. I exported to a PNG and uploaded it, but it looks far too dark on the website. I tried both options of the "force sRGB" checkbox in ...
2
votes
1
answer
4k
views
Drawing lines come out jagged
I don't know if it's inappropriate to post something like this on this site but I didn't have anywhere else to relay my problem. (I'll remove it if it is.) Everybody online had something different, so ...
2
votes
1
answer
411
views
Krita auto-save as PNG
Photoshop has the feauture "Generate Image Assets" that can automatically save PNG files upon every action (brush stroke etc.).
Can Krita save the image as PNG automatically after each ...
2
votes
4
answers
13k
views
What is the Krita equivalent to copy & paste?
I am brand new to Krita. I opened an existing JPEG picture with Krita 4.17 and am unable to copy a door and paste it to make a second door in the picture. If I use the polygonal Selection Tool to ...
2
votes
1
answer
4k
views
Krita Color Management Settings
I am a new Krita user and confused about the Color Management Settings.
I understand Krita cannot provide the more usual color profiles since they may be copyrighted. On the other hand, I have these ...
2
votes
1
answer
3k
views
Error upon exporting to .png
When exporting an image from Krita, I get the error stating that I can only save grayscale and RGB images, convert first. I searched the menus and couldn't find an option to convert it that worked. I ...
2
votes
2
answers
2k
views
Compose CMYK from separated layers after editing in Krita
Using Krita 2.9, Linux or Windows 8:
I open a flat RGB image in Krita and change its color space to CMYK using SWOP profile. Then I separate the image into its C, M, Y, and K components. At this ...
2
votes
1
answer
389
views
Does Krita have a "Transform" or "Warp" layer option?
I'm getting accustomed to Krita, and I'm at a point where I need to warp some line art. It would be convenient if I could keep the original, as well—at the moment, I'm simply duplicating the normal-...
2
votes
0
answers
314
views
In Krita, How to Create Graphite/Pencil Smudge Effect
I'm trying to emulate the following in Krita:
I take a graphite stick and rub it on a piece of paper. I then rub off the loose pieces of graphite onto a cloth. I then rub this cloth onto a piece of ...
2
votes
0
answers
271
views
Gaussian blur with high radius
Gaussian blur filter in Krita has sliders for selecting horizontal and vertical radius, but they only go to 100 px. Is there any way to set higher values?
I already tried to type in the value ...
1
vote
1
answer
1k
views
How to fill in a shape and not have "gaps" between the border and the fill-in colour
Say I was to make a flower, and fill in a petal - a gap between the border and the filled-in colour would appear, and it doesn't look nice.
How do I avoid that problem without having to manually fill ...
1
vote
1
answer
4k
views
How to copy, move, and delete shapes in Krita
I want to make a "drawing" of ellipses. Doing it by hand is far beyond my ability so I'll use a program. I chose Krita at random. I've spent an hour reading manuals and watching tutorials ...
1
vote
3
answers
460
views
How can I draw shapes with a pen tool and colour them in without white artifacts?
In this (zoomed) picture you can see white artifacts at the edges of the coloured sides.
This is caused by me selecting the white area of each face, and using that selection to limit the colouring-in....
1
vote
3
answers
527
views
Filters commonly used to make blueprint effect
I want to create a "blueprint" aesthetic, so I went online and found a website that does a great job but I would like to know HOW it does it. Of course, I don't mean adding the grid or the ...
1
vote
1
answer
249
views
How to add Highlight to Kritas Bevel and Emboss Layer style
Am I doing something wrong in Kritas Bevel and Emboss Layer Style settings? In the red quare bellow I expect the light gray to be much darker and the top and left dege to be the color that it is now.
...
1
vote
1
answer
623
views
Plain and simple 2D rotation in Krita?
I just gave Krita a go after a few major versions of not using it, and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to do a SIMPLE, NORMAL, kindergarten level 2D rotation of a layer. When I use the ...
1
vote
2
answers
1k
views
How do I quickly replace all transparent pixels with background color?
Some of my software tools generate images with transparent backgrounds. Using Krita, how can I quickly replace transparency with a background color?
Notes:
Of course it would be easiest if the image ...
1
vote
1
answer
692
views
Krita: Selection line automatically surrounding the object shape on a layer
I'm a total Krita noob here.
I'd like to know, in Krita, what's the way to select an object that is on a transparent layer, so that the selection line automatically follows the shape of the object?
...
1
vote
1
answer
303
views
Create Color Composite in Krita
Can I create an RGB color composite in Krita?
In Krita I separated a color image into RGB bands using Separate Image function (equivalent to Decompose in Gimp).
Now I would like to put them back ...
1
vote
1
answer
3k
views
How to clear a layer in Krita? delete not working half the time
I don't understand. In Krita, if I make a new project and work on it then want to clear a layer, I simply hit delete once and it's done. But all my existing projects I hit delete on, either only work ...
1
vote
1
answer
4k
views
why are the colors of my JPEG drawing different on my phone then on Krita?
Ive been struggling with this problem for a while now, and all ive been trying to do to fix it is adding filters on my drawings to make it s similar to the drawing on my laptop. When i finish a ...
1
vote
1
answer
156
views
Is it possible to blend overlapping layers with seamless transition using G'IMC filter or something else with Krita?
Lets say I have a texture that I want to make tillable/seamless:
What I normally do is cut it in half, move the halves to opposite sides, overlap them a fair bit so that the repeating but irregular ...
1
vote
1
answer
3k
views
How can I smooth my hand-drawn line-art in Krita?
I started learning how to draw on a tablet the other day. I drew a kitty in Krita:
(Adapted from this image by David Revoy, 2018; CC BY 4.0)
However, if you look carefully enough, you can see ...
1
vote
1
answer
633
views
How does one make a bezier curve in Krita have pressure width like a brush for the stroke?
Krita question. When drawing with a pen, one can set the pressure of a brush to look like in the image below:
But Bezier curves end up looking with the same width across the whole curve like in the ...