Windows/macOS: How do I import brush files?

Use the following methods to import brush files.

From the Tool Group palette menu, use Import tool

Drag and drop the brush files to the Tool Group palette

Note:
- See here to see the brush formats that can be imported.
- See here for how to import brushes and tool settings downloaded from Clip Studio Assets.

Palette names and the Command Bar

Depending on the version you are using, the palette names may differ as follows.

Tool Group palette > Sub Tool palette

Import tool > Import sub tool

Preparation

Be sure to unzip any zipped brush files first.

Imported zip files may not load.

Importing a material from the palette menu

1. Click the menu button in the upper left corner of the Tool Group palette.

2. Select Import tool.

3. Open the brush’s save location.

4. Select the brush file you want to import and click Open.

5. This imports the brush file.

Importing via drag and drop

Windows

1. Open the brush file location in the file explorer.

2. Drag and drop the brush files to the Tool Group palette.

3. This imports the brush file.

macOS

See here for information on Use application frame.

If Use application frame is turned on

1. Open the brush file location in Finder.

2. Drag and drop the brush files to the Tool Group palette.

3. This imports the brush file.

If Use application frame is turned off

1. Close all open canvases.

2. Set the Clip Studio Paint's palette screen and the Finder screen side by side.

Note: Keep the location of the brush file open in the Finder.

3. Import the brush file by dragging it into the Tool Group palette.

Note
Click and hold on the brush file and then begin dragging it.

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