Procreate Export and File Management

Question 1

What is the native Procreate file format that preserves all layers, settings, and history?

Accepted Answer

.procreate

Answer

The .procreate format is the native file type that saves all layers, blend modes, layer settings, and the time-lapse recording.

Question 2

Which export format should you choose in Procreate to preserve editable layers in Adobe Photoshop?

Accepted Answer

PSD

Answer

Exporting as PSD preserves Procreate layers in a format that Photoshop can open with layers intact.

Question 3

What does exporting a Procreate artwork as a PDF preserve that PNG does not?

Accepted Answer

Vector paths and text as editable elements when exported from compatible settings

Answer

PDF export can preserve vector data and text as scalable elements, while PNG flattens everything to raster pixels.

Question 4

How do you share a Procreate file directly to another app on the same iPad?

Accepted Answer

Both A and B are valid methods

Answer

You can share a Procreate file using the Share menu under Actions, or by dragging the gallery thumbnail directly into a Split View app.

Question 5

What resolution (DPI) should you set for a Procreate canvas intended for high-quality print output?

Accepted Answer

300 DPI

Answer

300 DPI is the standard print resolution for high-quality output — it ensures crisp detail at typical viewing distances.

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