You can either utilize the PPA available or the Flatpak package to get the latest version on your Linux distro. Not just limited to some of the essential tools it provides for editing, you can also start drawing from scratch using the pencil tool offered. You get filter support to add blur, transparency and similar effects to the file. You can head to its official GitHub release page for the latest alpha build and get the AppImage file (any version) to make it executable and launch the app.Įven though we’ve already covered Drawing app separately, it is indeed one of the finest paint applications that can also be an alternative to MS Paint on Linux. If you still want to proceed, you can search for it in the Software Center or type the following command in the terminal: sudo apt install mypaint MyPaint is available in the official repository. If you are looking for an open source paint application on Linux – do give this a try. The latest stable version hasn’t been updated for a few years now, but the recent alpha build (which I tested) works just fine. It also supports layer management – in case you want that. I’m not much of a digital artist (but a scribbler) but I observed quite a few options to adjust the brush, the colors, and an option to add a scratchpad panel. It features a lot of options to tweak in order to make the perfect digital brush stroke. MyPaint is a simple yet powerful tool for digital painters. Lots of options to tweak your brush and drawing.If you have no idea on AppImage files, check out our guide on - how to use AppImage. In either case, you can head down to their official download page to get the AppImage file and run it. Thinking to install it via terminal? Type in the following command: sudo apt install krita It’s also available in the Flatpak repository. Similar to pinta, you should be able to find it listed in the Software Center/App Center or the package manager. If you are looking for a full-fledged color management support, drawing assistants, and layer management, Krita should be your preferred choice. You also get built-in vector tools to create comic panels and other interesting things. But, in addition to that, it offers a whole lot of features.įor instance, if you have a shaky hand, it can help you stabilize the brush strokes. Of course, for this article, it helps you draw sketches and wreak havoc upon the canvas.

Krita is one of the most advanced open source paint applications for Linux.

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