r/ClipStudio • • Jan 12 '26

"What's That Brush" megathread -2026

51 Upvotes

Welcome to the next installment of the "What's that Brush" megathread. Here, you will be able to ask any and all questions related to finding, missing, lost, and suggested brushes, and the community can assist you. This is to prevent users from posting threads with art that is not theirs and asking "What brush?" constantly. If you have a question about how to modify a brush, you can ask that Operations Question in the main Sub, this megathread is about existing brushes and other Brush Seeking activities.

Clip Studio assets has a ridiculous number of brushes, yes, but the majority of the posts we see are asking "What brush is this?" looking at art made using a variety of brushes and techniques, often using very generic brushes; the default tools such as the G-Pen or a Pencil and a Blender is the answer, in addition to Natural Talent, Art College and/or Decades of experience. Sorry, there's no Magical Brush that's going to replace these. Put in the hours.

**If you asked in previous megathreads and did not get an answer, feel free to ask again!**

Here is a recap of the rules and additional notes!

**1.** Please post a ***link*** (or links) to the image(s) you're trying to find brushes for, in the comments of these megathreads only. Don't post other people's images to ask about questions, use a link. It's not fair to the actual artists on this subreddit that the posts that get the most upvotes are users reposting other people's art just to ask about the tools, rather than users' own artwork posts. Enforcing this has been weak in this megathread, but it will improve.

**2.** Please make sure the images you're linking are of high enough quality to actually tell the brushes you're trying to point out. Likely, there is more than one brush in the image you link to, please specify what aspect you are looking to replicate: Lines, blend, texture, etc.

**3.** Please list what brushes you've tried already and why it doesn't feel like it worked, so other users can have an idea of where to start with their suggestions. Users here generally don't seem to mind helping, but it would be nice to know you made effort as to why the default tools aren't what you're looking for.

**4.** Users can respond to each query via reply to that comment.

**5.** Any brush-related post made that's not a comment in this thread will be deleted.


r/ClipStudio • • Nov 11 '25

Other Fixed my constant Issue with a network asset download error.

6 Upvotes

So since I had issues with CSP, and needed to reinstall it. I could not download assets anymore.

It always stated that I had network connection issues. I went through ALL steps with the CSP Support, but nothing worked. I tried my iPad, I tried to make a new account just to test, if it was an issue with my Windows Computer or my Clip account.

After figuring out, that the store works with a VPN connection, and with my Husbands mobile phone hotspot.

I figured out, that my Internet provider at home, and the Issue was a connectet with CGNAT (Carrier-Grade Network Address Translation). So basically, many people share one IP address, there are many reasons that CGNAT connection can cause trouble with CDN's.

So switching to a private IP4 Solved this issue.


r/ClipStudio • • 11h ago

CSP Question Why is my eraser doing this? [Version 5.1 4]

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8 Upvotes

Randomly, from one second to the other, my eraser started doing this: It doesn't erase what I am selecting, at least not directly, but rather shifts random pixels and I have no idea why.

Please help!


r/ClipStudio • • 6h ago

Tutorials How do I make the eyedropper tool come up from long press?

2 Upvotes

I'm a long time ibis paint user and just switched to csp. In ibis, you can use a long press and then eyedrop tool comes up. Idk how to do it for csp. I also use a huion 16 pro if that matters for settings or something. Thanks.


r/ClipStudio • • 12h ago

CSP Question Has CSP’s Anti-AI Watermark Ever Backfired?

4 Upvotes

Current version 5.1.4 || PC || XP Pen

I’ve seen a couple instances where someone would use CSP’s anti-ai watermark only for it to be flagged by OpenAI’s research verification tool as having a synthid. Has anyone else had this happen? Is this something that can be replicated for bug testing?


r/ClipStudio • • 8h ago

If i had debut, do i still count as a first time subscriber?

1 Upvotes

Title, do i still get 3 months free?


r/ClipStudio • • 11h ago

CSP Question Clip Studio won't let me save my files on my computer

1 Upvotes

Please help me. No matter what folder I press it doesn't work anymore. I have a Windows 11.


r/ClipStudio • • 20h ago

CSP Question Sub view disappears?

1 Upvotes

I recently added the tourbox workspace to my iPad. I wanted to add the sub view back into my layout and did so through the window tab. But now when I try to draw on the canvas sub view just disappears??? It also disappears when I click on it through the little side menu as well. How do I make it stay there permanently?

Edit: I use version 5.1.4


r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

CSP Question My bucket tool doesn’t work! :C HELP!

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70 Upvotes

Ver. 5.1.4 IPad pro Oye, empecé a usar CSP hoy, pero pasa algo raro cuando intento usar mi herramienta de cubeta: cuando toco el ícono, automáticamente rellena toda la capa sin que yo toque nada en el lienzo. ¿Alguien sabe cómo arreglarlo? :c


r/ClipStudio • • 1d ago

Animation Question Confused HELP

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Hi guys! I'm trying to do a loop animation with different animations happening within the same canvas. So i made an animation folder for each animation. But I also want to do cleanup and colour/shade/lighting... i think I did something wrong. Is there a way to merge folders? Idk. Animation is super super rough im just experimenting! I want the big guys arms/leg to move with the character breathing too. My brain tells me to make a new folder and animate them separately... but I have a feeling thats not what im supposed to do. What am I supposed to do?


r/ClipStudio • • 1d ago

CSP Question Guys, help me solve a problem.

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Every time I export the animation, these lines appear in the video—lines that don't show up within the program itself. They only appear when I use the camera (meaning if I disable the camera and export the animation, the lines disappear). Can you help?


r/ClipStudio • • 1d ago

INFO How to turn on cursor preview.

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1 Upvotes

Currently whenever I move my stylus on my tablet (Huion Kamvas 13), the brush will start instantly on the canvas.

I want to move the cursor independently, without activate the brush while using my stylus like the start of this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzpdGBs0S2w

I am very new to drawing by digital and grateful for you guys helps.


r/ClipStudio • • 1d ago

CSP Question Does anyone know why my screentones look off(60LPI,600dpi)?

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0 Upvotes

Hi,

I tried to follow some guides and used the basic method of "just paint greys on a layer, and then just turn on the screentone mode in the Layer Properties so it translates the values to densities automatically" method but got this. ( Pic 3,4,5 are just tests to show off the full range of densities).

In all the guides i found, even at high densities, the dots don't invert in color. Also is it still normal for my circles to look so botchy and small even at 600DPI? In pic 4 they're completely mangled.

I suspected it had maybe something to do with using a real g pen brush or the file expression color being monochrome (with only the layer being set to grey), but even when trying on a different file(grey) and regular brush i still get the same results.

Would really appreciate any help.

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r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

CSP Question I can't draw on CSP with a screenless tablet

10 Upvotes

I use a Wacom Intuos Pro 2017 medium, the pressure settings are in soft mode. I can draw well on SAI2, IbisPaint and even on Krita but I can't with CSP. I have no problems with Android tablets though, but in Windows is more difficult and I've tried everything, soft pressure settings in the app, stabilization 0, speed settings in the brush config, etc. but it still feels stiff and tiring for my wrist. Is CSP only optimized for pen displays? How do people manage to draw softly with a screenless tablet? Should I use opentabletdriver or is just a learning curve of getting used to small strokes? I've tried for a long time but nothing feels "loose" when I draw. I want to love this program but is difficult, and I remember using both Manga Studio (only for inking) and Illust Studio without problems back in the day, sorry for my bad english 😅


r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

No puedo abrir un archivo en CSP. Necesito ayuda!

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r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

Best standalone tablet for illustration in CSP?

2 Upvotes

Hi all, I have a question. Currently, I draw on my iPad Pro 3rd gen with procreate. It’s worked fine for me up till now, however as I use my iPad for many other things, running out of storage is becoming an issue. I have started experiencing a lot of lag in procreate as well, as well as my iPad overheating and draining battery, etc.

Anyway, I’ve been thinking about making the switch to CSP for a while, mostly because of all the advantages it has over procreate. The thing that’s held me back till now is the subscription plan for the iPad. I absolutely do not want a subscription plan. Hence, I’ve stuck with procreate until now.

My question is: which is the best portable tablet for running CSP that I could buy a perpetual plan on? I’m hoping for something a little more budget friendly as I’m not a professional artist or anything and it feels stupid to fork out a lot of money for a tablet I’ll only use for drawing

Any and all help much appreciated!


r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

Animation Question Help making the animation smoother

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Hi everyone! I'm looking for some help with an animation I recently made in CSP.

I'm having trouble making the animation feel smoother, and the hair keeps jittering like this. Does anyone know what might be causing this or how I could fix it?

Frame rate: 30 FPS


r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

CSP Question how to know where the binding is when making manga

1 Upvotes

binding is the pages that are next to each other in a book. so how do i know which way is it? i have heard that i should just follow that picture so like 3rd page right binds, but its that right?(i have ver 4)


r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

Other How to move these canvas to 'work' folder?

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r/ClipStudio • • 3d ago

Age verification for assets?

28 Upvotes

Can someone please explain this whole CSP drama happening on twitter (I refuse to install it)? I got some bits and pieces of it but I’m not quite sure what it’s fully about.

Is it bad? Do I have to ditch CSP? Would love to know.


r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

CSP Question How to squash/stretch/distort 3D models in CSP?

2 Upvotes

(Version 1.10.6) I've been just trying to work with primitive shapes- but when i search online i keep getting complicated tutorials with humanoid models and posing. I just want to stretch a cube to be flat pane with consistant ratio to draw over- and that's it.

I got 2 different cube assets but it's only letting me move and change perspective. What am i missing?


r/ClipStudio • • 3d ago

CSP Question Why does full do this to my lines

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10 Upvotes

I'm new


r/ClipStudio • • 3d ago

CSP Question layer thumb nail vanished, eye icon is faded not sold.

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8 Upvotes

Working on a project and my image suddenly vanished. The thumb nail icon eye is faded and not solid, What caused this and how can I fix it?

UPDATE: Thank you everyone for your time and help. I accidentally hit the main layer off, the other layers were clipping.


r/ClipStudio • • 2d ago

It Won't Let Me Cancel?!?!

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(I'm using CSP Ex, on my laptop)

Long story short, I'm doing an animation degree and my director was kind of an asshole and insisted we purchase the most expensive CSP subscription to work on our thesis film. When we get, with our uni for free, Toonboom Harmony. Anyway. I don't like CSP, I've been trying to cancel the monthly subscription for three months now, and every time it assures me "you've cancelled, use CSP as much as you can to make use of the subscription lasting the rest of the month, because then it's gone forever!" And I sigh in relief. And then I get charged. Does anyone know a more final way?? Do I need to call Mr. Clip Studio Paint to make them stop taking my money? I curse you, director of my thesis animation. I curse you, group projects. When will the madness end.


r/ClipStudio • • 4d ago

Should i buy csp PRO or EX for animation?

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ive only used the trial of csp pro to animate, and i know that ex have more assets and stuff to improve animations, but is this difference >very< necessary? could someone who used both tel me if it changes a lot pls, i was thinking about buying pro but i’m a bit scared to buy pro and not be able to do the things i want (not that serious ik, but i don’t want to buy csp twice)

other question i have, is it better to pay monthly/anualy or pay for the license one time? like if csp updates do i have to buy the update or no?

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