astropad
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Description:
Utility to turn an iPad into a drawing tablet
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.7.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @astropad  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: graphics productivity ipad drawing utilities
Install: brew install --cask astropad
About:
Astropad is a low-latency screen sharing utility designed to transform an iPad into a high-performance graphics tablet for macOS applications. It streams the desktop screen to the iPad with pixel-perfect fidelity, allowing users to draw directly into desktop software like Photoshop or Illustrator using the Apple Pencil. The tool offers customizable pressure sensitivity and tilt support, effectively bridging the gap between native tablet hardware and the iPad's display capabilities.
Key Features:
  • Low-latency video streaming optimized for drawing
  • Apple Pencil pressure and tilt support
  • Retina resolution support for crisp visuals
  • Customizable on-screen shortcuts and modifier keys
Use Cases:
  • Digital illustration and photo editing using iPad as a drawing tablet
  • Presenting or demonstrating desktop software remotely on iPad
Alternatives:
  • Duet Display – Duet focuses more on using iPad as an external monitor, whereas Astropad specializes in pressure-sensitive drawing tablet functionality.
  • Sidecar – Apple's native solution requires newer hardware and OS versions; Astropad offers broader compatibility and more artist-focused customization.
Version History
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Aug 5, 2025 2:15pm 3.7.0 0 VERSION_BUMP f60f6b61