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Step-by-Step Guide

How to Download
Procreate Brushes

This guide walks you through the entire process—from browsing the catalog to saving files on your iPad or iPhone. Easy guide to how to download Procreate brushes.

Download Process

Browse Our Catalog

Use filters to narrow your search by category or style—that way, you won't have to scroll through brushes that aren't right for you.

Select a Brush Pack

Tap any set to view detailed information. On the set's page, you can see how the brush works (examples on the canvas).

Download to Your Device

Tap the "Download" button, and the .brushset file will be saved to your "Downloads" folder—or to the location you've set as your default.

Tips and recommendations

Download Directly on iPad

This way, you'll be able to use them in the future, even if you delete the Procreate app or transfer them to another device.

Save to iCloud Drive

Store downloaded brushes in iCloud Drive to access them across all your Apple devices and free up local storage.

Organize Before Installing

Create a dedicated Procreate folder before you start collecting brushes. We recommend doing this so you can easily move them between devices later.

Check File Format

Procreate uses .brushset files for brush sets and .brush files for individual brushes. Both are downloaded and installed in the same way.

Downloaded Your Brushes?

Great! Now learn how to add them to Procreate and start creating

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about how to download Procreate brushes

Do I have to pay to download brushes?

Free brushes download instantly, with no registration required. Premium sets are available via subscription.

Where do downloaded files go on the iPad?

By default, they go to the "Downloads" folder in the "Files" app.

Can I download brushes to my computer and transfer them to my iPad?

Yes. Download them to your Mac or PC, then transfer the file to your iPad via AirDrop.

How do I download multiple brush sets at once?

Download them one at a time—each one is automatically saved to the location you choose.

What should I do if the download fails or is interrupted?

Try downloading again. If the problem persists, check your Internet connection and make sure you have enough disk space.