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QuestionHow do I change my profile picture?Ella CutburthCommunity AnswerIf you are using Google, you move your cursor onto your profile pic and then click. A little box should appear and a little thing on your profile pic should say "Change." After you hit that, your file tab should open. Select the photo you want and hit "Select."
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QuestionHow can I add a friend to my group?Community AnswerGo to Settings, Click "Friends" and then click "Add new." Enter the email address of the person you want to friend and then their username.
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QuestionI could go on someone's home page before, but now I can't! I can when logged in but not logged out. Did I do something wrong?Geoffrey TrevenaCommunity AnswerUnless someone has specifically blocked you or that person has deleted their account, there should be no reason that you can’t access someone else’s home page.
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QuestionHow can I change the line height of the fonts?Jessica PriceCommunity AnswerWith the text tool selected, click on the button next to the close icon that looks like three sliders. From there, you can adjust the font size, but you cannot change the width of letters.
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QuestionWhere can I find the stamps?G-baby BergeCommunity AnswerIn the toolbar, after the shading and dithering tools and before the spray paint tool, there is a stamp tool. Clicking it opens the stamp gallery, where you can search and select stamps.
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QuestionHow can I change the background on a PC?Tasneema BegumCommunity AnswerRight-click the mouse, select 'Personalize' from the options, then choose 'Background.' Select your desired background picture or color, and finally, click 'Save changes.'
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QuestionHow can I create and display non-pixel art on Pixilart?G-baby BergeCommunity AnswerYou can upload non-pixel art in the "Media" section of your profile. Digital drawings are posted there, but they cannot be created on the site itself.
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QuestionCan I upload a picture to Pixilart?G-baby BergeCommunity AnswerYes, you can upload an image that wasn't drawn in Pixilart. There should be a "Media" section where you can do this.
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QuestionCan I get embed codes for the Pixilart creations I make? I'd like to use my GIFs in work presentations.G-baby BergeCommunity AnswerYou can find an option to copy an "embed share" code under the "Edit drawing" button. On mobile, it's below the drawing, and on the desktop, it's next to it.
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QuestionHow can I add drawings to the gallery for others to see?FreyrTop AnswererTo share your drawings, click "Save Drawing" at the top left with the star icon. A menu will appear where you can write your title and description. Then, press the big blue "Save Drawing" button to share it.
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QuestionHow do I save my drawing on Pixilart?FreyrTop AnswererClick the blue and purple button with the star on it in the top right corner. It will give you options for saving formats, and you can choose to download as .png or .gif. Click the blue download .png button, and it should save to the downloads folder on your device.
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QuestionHow do I increase the number of pixels for my drawing?FreyrTop AnswererClick 'File' at the top left, then select 'Resize Canvas.' From there, you can adjust the canvas size.
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QuestionHow do I resize a canvas in Pixilart?Jessica PriceCommunity AnswerYou can size down a canvas using the crop feature, but there isn't a way to increase the canvas size.
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QuestionHow can I print my art?Community AnswerTo print your art using Photoshop, make sure your artwork is finalized and ready, then set up your printer and load the appropriate paper. Use File > Print to access print settings, choose your printer, and adjust settings like paper size and quality. Preview the print, make any adjustments, and click "Print" to complete the process. After printing, check the quality and consider framing your artwork.
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QuestionHow can I post pictures using Pixilart?Community AnswerSave a picture as an image file, then upload it to a platform where you can share images. Use your pixel art software to save it as a PNG, GIF, or JPEG, then upload it to the desired platform by clicking the upload button and selecting the file. You may also add a description and choose privacy settings before publishing your post.
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QuestionHow can I make a background picture for pixel art and copy it?Community AnswerSelect or create the background picture, set the canvas size accordingly, import or place the picture, and optionally trace or pixelate it. Once satisfied, use your graphics software to copy and paste the background into your desired project, adjusting as needed.
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QuestionHow can I create non-pixel digital art on Pixilart?Community AnswerPixilart is primarily known for its pixel art tools, but it also offers basic digital art capabilities. You can create digital art by accessing the drawing tool, choosing a canvas size, and selecting drawing tools like brushes and pencils. Customize your tool settings, start drawing, and use layers to organize your work. Save and share your artwork through the Pixilart gallery or on social media.
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QuestionHow can I fix the fill tool in Pixilart when it goes outside the area I want to fill?Community AnswerMake sure there are no gaps in your lines, use the line tool to close gaps, adjust the tolerance settings, try the magic wand tool for precise selections, and zoom in for better accuracy.
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QuestionHow can I save my artwork as digital art?Community AnswerTo save your artwork as digital art in Pixilart, complete your drawing, review it, and click the "Save" button in the toolbar to save it to your account. To export it as an image file, click "Export," choose a file format, name the file, and select a location on your computer. You can then share your digital art by publishing it to the Pixilart gallery or on social media.
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QuestionCan I delete a piece of art that I accidentally uploaded to an anonymous account on Pixilart?Community AnswerContact Pixilart's support team for help. Since anonymous accounts lack usernames and passwords, the deletion process can be complicated. Visit the Pixilart website, find the "Contact" or "Support" page, and reach out to them with details about the artwork. Provide specifics like the upload date, title, description, and URL if available. Clearly request the deletion and follow up if necessary.
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QuestionHow do I add references on Pixilart?Community AnswerPixilart doesn't have a specific feature for adding references directly, but you can incorporate them into your workflow by using reference images in separate tabs, adding reference details in the artwork description, sharing references in comments, or creating a mood board. Always give credit to original creators when using reference images.
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QuestionHow do I copy and paste elements in Pixilart?Community AnswerSelect an element with the selection tool, use Ctrl+C (or Command+C) to copy, and Ctrl+V (or Command+V) to paste. You can adjust the element's position with the move tool if needed.
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QuestionHow do I trace images in Pixilart?Community AnswerOpen the image in a separate window, adjust its opacity if necessary, and create a new layer in Pixilart. Begin tracing the image using the drawing tools, zoom in for precision, and take your time to capture the details accurately. Use the eraser tool or the undo function if needed, and finalize your artwork by adding color and shading.
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QuestionHow do I add a picture from the internet onto Pixilart for tracing?Jessica PriceCommunity AnswerIn the settings menu, which looks like three sliders, you'll find an option for that, but you need to be on the canvas.
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QuestionHow do I add an image background to my drawing?Jessica PriceCommunity AnswerIn the settings menu while drawing, there's a tracing option that allows you to add a background image. The image isn't permanent, but you can trace it on the bottom layer.
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QuestionHow do I use the lighten tool? I clicked on the icon and it only darkened.FreyrTop AnswererYou just need to click the checkbox up the top left corner. Alternatively, right clicking whilst using the darken tool also lightens the drawing.
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QuestionHow do I increase the size of the eraser?QamarTop AnswererOn the sidebar of the screen there will be a button on the right that says "Options". Select that and you will see a pixel size slider that allows you to choose your size when you click on the eraser.
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QuestionHow do I post my drawings?QamarTop AnswererYou can post your drawings by clicking on the "Save Drawing" button on the top of the right side of the page. There will then be an option to post it publicly or privately, depending on your preference. After you save your changes, it will be posted.
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QuestionHow do I participate in the daily challenges offered by Pixilart?QamarTop AnswererWhen you go to Pixilart's website and reach the home page, there will be a pop-up on the side that gives the daily drawing challenge of the day. Click on "Start Drawing" if you are interested, and it will direct you to the drawing page to create your pixel art.
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QuestionCan I get banned for tracing other people's art on Pixilart?QamarTop AnswererYou most likely won't get banned since there is no policy against it and there is an image tracer tool available to use, but it ruins the purpose of creating pixel art and many artists frown upon it. If you do find yourself tracing other art, be sure you give credit to which image you copied off from as basic art etiquette.
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