The message “Unable to edit canvas because canvas contains data which cannot be used in this version” appears (Updated July 29, 2025)
Some .clip files that use features or materials that were added in later versions of Clip Studio Paint, cannot be edited in earlier versions of the app.
You need to update to the corresponding version to edit these files.
Versions that support added features (2025/07/29)
Please refer to the table below for the versions that support the added features.
| New features/materials | Their earliest supported version | ||
| Ligatures | Ver.2.0 | ||
| Symbol position adjustment for Thai, etc. | Ver.2.0 | ||
| Optimized line breaks for text in frames (word wrapping) | Ver.2.0 | ||
| 3D head models | Ver.2.0 | ||
| Fisheye perspective ruler | Ver.2.0 | ||
| Enable fog | Ver.2.0 | ||
| Change the body shape for 3D drawing figures | Ver.2.2 | ||
| 3D models with hierarchical settings | Ver.2.2 | ||
| Parallel projection of the 3D camera | Ver.2.3 | ||
| Perceptual gradients | Ver.2.3 | ||
| Justify, alignment, kerning for text | Ver.2.3 | ||
| 3D model shape keys | Ver.3.0 | ||
| No restrictions on specular index of 3D models | Ver.3.0 | ||
| Layer comps in file objects (EX) | Ver.3.0 | ||
| Circular text | Ver.3.0 | ||
| Contextual alternates for text | Ver.3.0 | ||
| 3D primitives with normal maps | Ver.3.1 | ||
| Cast shadows on other 3D models | Ver.3.1 | ||
| Import VRM format facial expression files | Ver.3.2 | ||
| 3D texture paint | Ver.4.0 | ||
| 3D character materials registered in Clip Studio Paint | Ver.4.0 | ||
| 3D object list folder | Ver.4.1 | ||
For more details on other features and which versions support them, please see here.
Note:
Saving in compatibility mode allows you to edit a file even if it contains data that cannot be used.
Note: Only some layers are locked, not the entire canvas.
For more details, please refer to the following page.
Updating to the corresponding version
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For more information, please check the following page.
After purchasing the corresponding license, please update the app from the following page.
For those using the application on a tablet, smartphone, or Chromebook
Materials that indicate that they can only work on Windows or Mac (Intel) will not work on tablets, smartphones, or Chromebooks.
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