Create a new document in Pixelmator Pro on iPad
If you want to start your project with a blank canvas, you can create a new, empty document. You can also begin working by opening a preset, template, or mockup.
Create a new blank document in Pixelmator Pro
In Pixelmator Pro on iPad, swipe down from the top of the screen to reveal the menu bar, then choose File > New.
Tap
, then do either of the following:
Set up a custom document: Set your preferences for document orientation, size, resolution, and color depth.
Choose a document preset: Tap the Preset pop-up menu, choose from a variety of common paper sizes, digital documents, tv formats, and more.
Tap Create.
Create a new document from a template
You can use a built-in template to jump-start your creative process. Choose document options ranging from blank layouts to print and digital motifs for posters, advertisements, social media posts, and more.
In Pixelmator Pro on iPad, swipe down from the top of the screen to reveal the menu bar, then choose File > New.
In the browser sidebar, select a template category, or choose All Templates.
In the main pane, select a template, then tap Create.
To learn more about editing templates, see Work with templates.
Create a new document from a mockup
You can use mockups—a special type of template—in Pixelmator Pro to see your designs as they’ll appear on materials ranging from apparel to product packaging, outdoor marketing, and digital displays.
Mockups are customizable. You can change colors and compositional elements to make them your own.
In Pixelmator Pro on iPad, swipe down from the top of the screen to reveal the menu bar, then choose File > New.
In the browser sidebar, tap the disclosure arrow next to Mockups, then select a category (Apparel, Devices, and so on).
In the main pane, select a mockup, then tap Create.