pencil2d ☆
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Description:
Open-source tool to make 2D hand-drawn animations
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 0.7.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @pencil2d  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: animation 2d graphics open-source multimedia
Install: brew install --cask pencil2d
About:
Pencil2D is a free, open-source animation software for creating 2D hand-drawn animations. It provides a lightweight, cross-platform solution for artists with a straightforward interface for raster and vector graphics. The tool focuses on traditional animation workflows, enabling frame-by-frame creation and smooth interpolation between keyframes.
Key Features:
  • Frame-by-frame raster and vector animation
  • Lightweight, cross-platform interface
  • Onion skinning for timing and flow
  • Sound layer support for audio syncing
Use Cases:
  • Creating hand-drawn cartoons and short animations
  • Prototyping game assets and character movements
  • Learning traditional animation principles
Alternatives:
  • Synfig Studio – More feature-rich but heavier; better for complex vector rigging
  • OpenToonz – Studio-grade tool with advanced features; steeper learning curve
  • Krita – Primarily a painting app with animation support; broader art toolset
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Mar 13, 2026 1:35am 0.7.2 0 VERSION_BUMP b0d4895b
Mar 7, 2026 11:35am 0.7.1 0 VERSION_BUMP a3cd71a4
Jul 26, 2024 1:08pm 0.7.0 0 VERSION_BUMP c57a6280
Jul 25, 2024 9:41pm 0.7.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 6b069cce
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