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iPadOS 26 Multitasking: Full Screen, Windowed Apps & Stage Manager Explained
For years, the iPad worked the same way. You opened an app, focused on one thing, then switched when you needed something else. iPadOS 26 finally changes that. Now, your iPad can handle multiple ap...
Lindsay Armstrong
Creating Art at 80: Why Digital Tools Make It Possible
At 80 years old, John Hodkinson is still creating. Still experimenting. Still chasing ideas wherever they show up. Dead leaves in the garden. Old rocks. Scraps of texture most people would overlook...
More Than Accessibility: How Technology Gives Kids Creative Agency
Visually impaired children rely on digital tools to communicate, learn, and create, but need tactile feedback to make iPads fully usable.
From Sketch to Finished Illustration: A Complete iPad Workflow for Digital Artists
You don’t start with a masterpiece. You start with a rough idea and build from there.That’s the beauty of working on the iPad. You can sketch, test, and refine as you go, no pressure to get it perf...
Alanna Flowers
Procreate Brush Studio Explained: How to Create and Customize Your Own Brushes
Learn how to create custom Procreate brushes using Brush Studio. Master key settings like shape, grain, and pressure to design brushes that match your style.
Apple Pencil Pro for Artists: How to Use Barrel Roll, Squeeze, and Hover in Your Drawing Workflow
Learn how to use Apple Pencil Pro features like Barrel Roll, Squeeze, Hover, and haptic feedback to speed up your drawing workflow in Procreate and Adobe Fresco.
What Jan Sapper Learned About Discipline from His Mother’s Final Opera
Jan Sapper grew up watching his mother pursue opera in Guatemala, a place where it barely existed. Her quiet, self-driven discipline shaped how he thinks about craft, practice, and building Paperli...
LiquidText and MarginNote 4 are two of the most comprehensive notetaking and study aids for the iPad. Here's a closer look at how these apps measure up.
Why is my Apple Pencil Lagging? 5 Fixes to Restore Elite Performance
When your strokes trudge behind your Apple Pencil like a Husky on a walk (you know the videos), that’s called lag. Luckily, your Apple Pencil lag is easier to solve than your dog, who’s stubborn...
Lindsay Armstrong
100+ Resources for Hand Letterers & Calligraphers
Want to level up your creative lettering skills? This guide features resources to help you find inspiration, improve your technique, and learn new skills.
Alanna Flowers
Noteshelf is a fantastic, cross-platform-compatible app for digital notetakers. But how does it measure up in 2026? Here’s a closer look.
Paperlike Review 2026: Is It Worth It?
Read the definitive Paperlike review. See why 2.4 million power users trust Paperlike to improve haptic feedback, focus, and retention on iPad.
Hand Lettering & Calligraphy: A Digital Artist's Guide
Everything you need to know about using digital tools for hand lettering and calligraphy.
25+ Best Procreate Brush Sets for Lettering Artists
Looking for the best Procreate brushes for lettering? Explore 25+ brush sets for sketching, markers, script, monoline, textures, and effects, plus where to download them and how to install them in ...
Is Apple Notes ready for serious notetakers? In this review, we tackle the nuts and bolts of Apple Notes and how it compares to other notetaking apps.
A deep dive into Procreate Dreams: how Flipbooks, tracks, keyframes, and Perform mode work, plus tips for importing Procreate files, using brushes, adding audio, and exporting your animations.
Best iPad Apps to Boost Your Productivity
Want to get more done on your iPad? These are the best productivity apps for planning, focus, notetaking, habits, and creative work.
Must, Should, Want: A Simpler Way to Prioritize Without Burning Out
I tried the Must, Should, Want method to see if it could make prioritizing easier when everything feels important. Here’s how it worked and what stood out.
Goodnotes vs. Notability: App Review [Updated for 2026]
Need a new notetaking app? Goodnotes & Notability are two of the most popular options on the market today. Here’s a closer look at how they measure up.
11 Best 3D Modeling Apps for iPad
Want to start 3D modeling on iPad? Explore the 11 best 3D modeling apps for beginners and pros, including sculpting, CAD, and polygonal tools for 3D printing, AR/VR, and design.
Procreate vs. Photoshop for iPad
Want to know which app is better for digital art on your iPad? Today, we’re looking at two of the biggest apps on the market. It’s Procreate vs. Photoshop!
MyScript Notes (Formerly Nebo) App Review
Need a new notetaking app? The MyScript Notes app uses handwriting recognition and other great tools to take notetaking to the next level. Details inside.
Adobe Photoshop for iPad vs. Adobe Photoshop Express
Adobe Photoshop for iPad and Photoshop Express aren’t the same tool. Compare features, price, exporting, file management, and the best use cases to choose the right app.
The Ultimate Guide to Digital Bullet Journaling on an iPad
Learn how to start digital bullet journaling on an iPad. Explore the best apps, layouts, tips, and tools to build a bullet journal that actually works for you.
11 Best iPad Apps for Animation
Looking to get started with animation on iPad? Explore the 11 best iPad animation apps for beginners and pros, including Procreate, Procreate Dreams, Adobe Fresco, and more.
Getting Things Done (GTD): I Finally Tried the System Everyone Talks About
I tested the Getting Things Done (GTD) method for a month to see if capturing tasks, clarifying next actions, and organizing lists could actually reduce mental clutter. Here’s what worked, what did...
Should Artists Turn Their Creative Skills into Side Hustles?
If you've spent any time online, you've probably seen a video or two about side hustles. Creative interests are usually included as ways to monetize skills you don't use at work, or a fun way to ...
Agile Results: The Simple System That Helps You Win Each Day
I tried the Agile Results system for a month to see if its daily wins and weekly focus could keep me consistent. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and how this simple method fits into a digital plan...
Best Digital Planners for 2026
Take control of your life in 2026 with a digital planner. Here’s a close look at 17 great planners to help you get started.
The Power of Trying New Things as an Artist
Feeling stuck in your style? Learn how trying new things as an artist can refresh your creativity, inspire a personal rebrand, and make experimentation feel playful again.
How to Use Your iPad for Brainstorming
Learn how to use your iPad for creative brainstorming with mind maps, rapid sketches, idea dumps, concept clusters, and storyboard beats. Discover the best apps and tips for capturing your ideas fast.
Strategies to Complete Your Next Art Challenge
Want to finish an art challenge this year? Learn how to choose the right challenge, plan your workflow, stay motivated, document your progress, and keep your creativity going. Includes examples of ...
The Ivy Lee Method: A 100-Year-Old Trick for Daily Focus
Feeling distracted or overwhelmed? The Ivy Lee Method is a century-old productivity system that helps you focus on what matters most—one task at a time.
Paperliker’s Holiday Gift Guide [2025]
The holiday season is upon us once again, and you know what that means: It’s time for the new Paperliker’s Holiday Gift Guide!
From Sketch to Memory: How to Use Drawing Apps to Learn Anything
Have you tried to read the same page three times and still can't remember what it said? Highlighted entire textbooks, still nothing? The problem isn't your intelligence. Your brain evolved to r...
The 1-3-5 Rule: A Simple Trick to Prioritize Your Day
Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Learn how the 1-3-5 Rule can help you focus on what matters most and actually get things done.
Comparing Adobe Express vs. Canva? We break down pricing, interface, templates, AI tools, exporting, and who each tool is best for. Learn which design app makes more sense for hobbyists, small busi...
How to Transition from Paper to Digital Notetaking
Thinking about switching from pen and paper to digital notes? Learn how to make the move smoothly with practical tips, app recommendations, and tools that make writing on your iPad feel just like p...
Turn Your iPad into a Creativity-Driven Learning Machine
Discover how to turn your iPad into a creativity-driven learning tool using visual learning methods like sketchnoting, mind mapping, and self-explanation.
11 Best iPad Apps to Boost Your Creativity
Discover the 11 best iPad apps to spark creativity and bring your ideas to life. From drawing and design to productivity, these top apps will transform how you create on your iPad.
Weekly Reviews: Hitting Reset on Your Week
Looking for a new productivity method? Weekly reviews help you pause, reflect on wins and challenges, and set clear priorities for the week ahead.
What Screen Protector is Right For You?
A screen protector can protect your phone screen from damage, but buying one can be a pain. Here are some things to consider before you make your purchase.
Paperlike™ 3 is Here: Trusted. Refined. Easier Than Ever.
You asked. We listened. And after years of testing, tweaking, and learning from our community, the next evolution is ready. Meet Paperlike™ 3: The Screen Protector that keeps the same signature...
How to Install Paperlike™ 3 Without Dust or Bubbles
Installing a screen protector always feels like a battle you’re destined to lose. The second you line it up, a rogue dust speck drifts in. Press it down, and suddenly bubbles appear out of nowher...
Teach Smarter with Your iPad: Study Techniques That Boost Student Retention
Discover three evidence-based study strategies you can integrate into iPad lessons to boost student retention and engagement.
How to Use Your iPad to Ace Memorization: 3 Proven Techniques
Turn your iPad into a memory-training powerhouse. Learn 3 proven memorization techniques and the best iPad tools to make them stick.
Affinity Designer vs Adobe Illustrator vs Curve
Looking for the ultimate showdown between design software tools? Here’s a closer look at Affinity Designer, Adobe Illustrator, and Curve.
Kanban Turned Planning Into Doing
Some days, my task list feels more like a guilt trip. Just a jumble of things I should be doing, with no clue where to start. Everything was important, nothing had a home, and I kept forgetting...
30+ School Resources to Boost Your Productivity
Need a productivity boost in the classroom? This article is full of apps, courses & hardware recommendations to make every notetaking and study session a breeze.
30+ Back to School Resources for Digital Creatives
Want resources to sharpen your creative edge? This article is full of apps, courses & hardware recommendations to make the most of your creative sessions.
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