Importing brushes into Procreate is very simple. All it takes are two steps and a few seconds. Here’s a step-by-step on how to import Procreate brushes:
1. Navigate to your downloaded file and open the file
Once you downloaded the brushes, your iPad often saves it in your Downloads.
- Open your Files app
- Go to downloads
Make sure your downloaded file is on your iPad. If you downloaded a brush (pack) on your computer you must send it to your iPad. You can simply e-mail it to yourself and save it to your device.
2. Open the brush file
Look in between your downloads for your brush file and tap it to open
3. Tap the export icon
Next, you’re going to tap on the export icon on the right side of the screen. Click on the procreate app. That’s it!
- Tap the export button
- Look for the procreate app and tap it
The brushes will now be imported into Procreate. They will appear at the top of your brush library.
That’s it! You just imported brushes into Procreate.
How do I import my own brushes in Procreate
If you make a brush in Procreate it automatically saves it into your brush library. But when you created a brush pack that you currently do not have in your brush library here’s what to do:
- Save the Procreate brushes to your iPad. They will most likely be saved in the Downloads folder in your Files app
- Go to your downloads and locate the downloaded brushes
- Open the file by tapping on it
- Tap the outgoing icon
- Tap the Procreate app
Where to download Procreate brushes?
To safely download (free) Procreate brushes I recommend the following popular websites:
The previously mentioned websites offer brush packs made by artists for artists. Always read the description and reviews before purchasing a brush pack.
Another option is to find your favorite artist and go to their website. See if they offer any brushes. This way you get quality and reliable brushes AND you support your favorite artist!
Feel free to download my free Procreate brushes! I have a free glow brush and a free female body proportion stamp. You can learn how to easily draw female proportions here.
How to download brushes for procreate from Gumroad?
Since Gumroad is my go to website to shop for (free) Procreate brushes I’ll tell you how to correctly download a brush (pack) from it.
- Go to Gumroad and search for ”Procreate brushes”
- If you click the link it directly goes to ”Procreate brushes” on Gumroad
- Browse for any brush pack that you like
- Click ”Add to Cart” to buy
- Sometimes you can decide how much you want to pay, even 0 dollars
- Fill in your information
- Download
Here’s a free brush I offer through Gumroad:
How to export Procreate brushes
To export a Procreate brush simply select the brush and swipe to the left. Now tap Share to export. To export a Procreate brush pack simply select the brush pack and tap the brush pack once again. Tap Share to export.
Procreate will then make an ABR file out of your brushes.
After hitting Share the export panel shows up. You can save it to your Files on your iPad, or send it elsewhere (through email).
Example of exporting a single Procreate brush:
Example exporting a Procreate brush pack:
Frequently asked questions about importing brushes to Procreate
It doesn’t matter where your brushes come from, as long as they are saved on your iPad you can easily import them into Procreate by taking the same steps.
Do Photoshop brushes work in Procreate?
Photoshop brushes do not work in Procreate.
How do I download and install Procreate brushes?
To download and install Procreate brushes you simply need to download a (free) brush (pack) from any website that sells brushes like Gumroad or Etsy. Then you save the brush to your iPad, unzip it if necessary and open it in Procreate.
- Save the Procreate brushes to your iPad. They will most likely be saved in the Downloads folder in your Files app
- Go to your downloads and locate the downloaded brushes
- Open the file by tapping on it
- Tap the outgoing icon
- Tap the Procreate app
How do I import an ABR file into Procreate?
To import an ABR file into Procreate, you:
- Save the ABR file to your iPad. They will most likely be saved in the Downloads folder in your Files app.
- Go to your downloads and locate the ABR file.
- Open the file by tapping on it
- Tap the outgoing icon
- Tap the Procreate app
How do I import Etsy brushes to Procreate?
To import Etsy brushes into Procreate, you:
- Save the Procreate brushes to your iPad. They will most likely be saved in the Downloads folder in your Files app
- Go to your downloads and locate the downloaded brushes
- Open the file by tapping on it
- Tap the outgoing icon
- Tap the Procreate app
Make sure you didn’t buy Photoshop brushes as they will not work in Procreate.
How to import brushes to Procreate from Google Drive?
To import brushes from Google Drive to Procreate, you:
- Save the Procreate brushes to your iPad. They will most likely be saved in the Downloads folder in your Files app
- Go to your downloads and locate the downloaded brushes
- Open the file by tapping on it
- Tap the outgoing icon
- Tap the Procreate app
How to import brushes from dropbox to Procreate?
To save brushes from dropbox to Procreate, you:
- Save the Procreate brushes to your iPad. They will most likely be saved in the Downloads folder in your Files app
- Go to your downloads and locate the downloaded brushes
- Open the file by tapping on it
- Tap the outgoing icon
- Tap the Procreate app
I hope this helps!
♡ Laura
