What it does
Sketchpad is a drawing and design tool that combines brushes, text, editable shapes and imported images. Its browser version is free and ad-free, while a paid desktop edition supports offline work. Tile, mirror and calligraphy brushes suit illustrated posters, school projects and decorative graphics.
Combine drawn marks with editable shapes
Drag a vector or raster image into the workspace, then add shapes or text around it. Shape controls adjust their geometry, fill and outline; painting into a shape keeps marks inside its boundary. Text can use colour, gradient or pattern fills and scales by dragging its bounding box.
Check the clipart item’s licence
The information icon on each clipart item opens its licence. Sketch.IO permits merchandise projects but warns that a copyrighted item could enter the library by mistake. Keep the permission details for any asset used in a commercial design.
The FAQ says pressure-sensitive pen input is not supported. Desktop access adds local saving and use without a connection.
Strengths
- Shape boundaries can contain painted marks
- Imported images and editable text support mixed artwork
- The desktop edition can work offline
Watch out for
- Pressure-sensitive pen input is not supported
- Clipart permissions need checking at the individual-item level
Best for
- Illustrated school posters
- Browser drawing combined with labels and imported artwork
Sources
- Sketchpad brushes, shapes and image import (Oct 27, 2026)
- Sketchpad access, offline use, pen and clipart FAQ (Oct 27, 2026)
- Sketchpad desktop licence conditions (Oct 27, 2026)