Celsys has released Clip Studio Paint 5, a new version of its well-known digital drawing and animation software. The main new feature is Smart Shape, a stroke stabilization system that promises to smooth out freehand vibrations without sacrificing the handcrafted look of the drawing. The function activates when you hold the pen or mouse at the end of the stroke, offering more precise control over lines.
Smart Shape: a stabilizer that understands the final stroke 🎨
The new Smart Shape algorithm analyzes the pressure and speed of the stroke to correct unwanted tremors only when the user keeps the pen or mouse static at the end of the line. This allows the main stroke to retain its fluidity and organic character, applying the correction only at the anchor point. The feature is available on all supported platforms: Windows 10 or later, macOS 14.0 or later, iOS and iPadOS 18.0 or later, and Android 13 or later. Celsys assures it does not interfere with the artist's natural workflow.
Now you can blame your shaky hand and not the tablet ☕
With Smart Shape, Celsys takes away your excuse that your tablet is poorly calibrated. Now, if a stroke comes out crooked, it's officially your fault and your morning caffeine jitters. Luckily, the system only corrects at the end of the stroke, so at least you can pretend the start of the line was intentional. Perfect for those days when coffee and art don't get along.