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Using the Alt Key for Easier Drawing with the Pencil Tool

Did you know? Students can make drawing on the canvas smoother and more accessible by using the Alt key.

Written by Stephanie

When using the Pencil tool, students can hold down Alt to draw without needing to continuously press the trackpad or mouse button.

This feature is especially helpful for:

  • students using keyboard-only setups

  • students with fine motor challenges

  • devices where clicking and holding the trackpad can be tiring


Student Experience

While using the Pencil tool:

  1. Select the Pencil tool.

  2. Hold down the Alt key.

  3. Draw freely on the canvas without holding down the mouse or trackpad.

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