Tracing Projector Reviews

by Thatonemermaid1989

I spent most of my 3 minutes during the free draw trying to keep the picture from shifting and zooming in and out. I literally had less than 1 minute to attempt to draw because TracingProjector kept shifting the picture, though it was supposed to be locked. So if I upgrade and buy then I have to completely restart what I was able to accomplish in my small time frame. I understand you want people to buy TracingProjector , but at the same time give a trial period that can ACTUALLY be used to see if we even enjoy it.

by SpaceCowboy95

Here’s my problem with TracingProjector :
1. You gave false advertisement saying its “high quality” which its clearly not
2. People like myself bought full version thinking the camera would stop swaying in hand held mode which didn’t happen
3.not only is there not high quality camera feed, but there is no “focus” option that would actually make it to where you can see where your pencil is and what you’re drawing clearly.
Such a huge disappointment. Even the “AR Lucinda” app on the play store is better than this Failed attempt of an app. I just hope the developers actually do something about it instead of giving the run around while collecting our money. Justice needs to be done here or I want my money back

by Id,ud

I gave 1 star, because the trial version works well, except the time limit, so after few simple sketches, I decided to go for the paid version, but it kept getting stuck, during the aligning my paper, it get stuck, I ended up can only see part of the paper, then when I try to start it again, it says no file in my photos, so I have to turn off my iPad, start it fresh again, and then same thing happen over and over, so I’m requesting to get a refund, I just stick with 3 min trail version, at least I get some sketch done.

by Grammatwo22

I downloaded TracingProjector and began using it to draw. It worked great! Until I noticed there was a TIMER on how long I could draw. To continue with my drawing, I had to purchase the full version. Otherwise my drawing would be just partway there. So you’re forced to pay if you want to finish what you’ve started. This is time theft. I would have happily purchased the full version, and would have left a 5 star review, if they had been honest and upfront about this before downloading. Being manipulative about it gets you a negative view. Reconsider your poor values, please.

by Walkerc56789

Not clear if you just look at the image on your screen & try to copy, or if the image is actually projected on to the drawing surface to trace on paper or canvas.
Nothing is projecting for me with or without the flashlight. Tried everything suggested. Since I can’t get it to work, can’t really rate. Looked for support, but couldn’t find anything relevant.
If app wants to respond & tell m how to get it to work, I will revisit this rating,

Update: I figured it & developer responded to my previous review. It’s not what I’d hoped, but it does work. Seems like it would take much practice to master & size of image you trace is very limited. When I have more time to practice, I may find it more useful. Wanted to use it to project an image on s canvas to paint. Could work for something very small. I was hoping to not have to purchase a projector for that purpose & save some $.

by Axman747

TracingProjector is overall very useful for getting the base shapes and proportions right when starting a new project. But that’s about it, the hand held mode doesn’t track very well even when using graph paper, the light table mode is practically impossible to use because my screen senses my touch through the paper and turns white even after I have locked the screen, which is kind of annoying. But the tripod mode ,combined with the cardboard stand, works great. I get the reason you put a timer on the free version, so that people would want to buy the full version, I mean you need to make a living after all, but that doesn’t make the 3 min timer any less annoying. Consider making the time limit a bit longer.

by Fisherola

Sometimes when I open TracingProjector and pick an image, the image itself is there but the background (or where I’m writing) doesn’t show up. My cameras not broken and it works sometimes. And when it works it’s amazing and I love it. But it would be amazing if it worked all the time and not some. It takes forever for it too work. I go in and out of TracingProjector and it sometimes doesn’t work. Once again would be nicer if it worked more than half the time.

by Mist And Haze

I overall enjoy using TracingProjector and it is useful to at least get basics of a drawing done but I really wish that the time limit was a little bit longer maybe at least 5 minutes for the timer.
Again this is an amazing app for drawing and I hope for the time limit to increase on other future updates! :)

by Nenoosha

I seriously love TracingProjector! After the other app started acting up and kept asking me to buy the full version I stumbled upon TracingProjector, the only problem here sometimes is that after I “lock the image in place” it starts moving or changes size even if my phone is held motionless.
And sometimes the image would move around if my hand or pencil get in the way. I follow the instruction perfectly don’t know if it could be fixed please fix it! I love it so much!!!!

by BostonBruins887

I do like TracingProjector and it’s helpful, but sometimes the paper I’m drawing on just blurs. It mostly happens when my hand goes in front of the drawing a lot. I understand that it has to see the paper, but it does get frustrating sometimes. Overall pretty good app.

by PhotoB1ker9977

I’m taking up watercolor and want to focus on painting not sketching. I am able to lay 140# watercolor paper on top of my iPad and sketch over photos, however, live view, zoom, and normal touching affects the photo and messes me up. The ad made it look like you could do this, but not so.

Would love a mode that could let you size an image and lock it in so that you can trace over the iPad.

Edit: Now I “get it”. You hold your iPhone above your paper and use VR to superimpose a photo over the drawing area. You can see your paper, pencil, and drawing hand at the same time which allows you to “trace” the photo. The handheld mode is pretty useless for me, I’m going to order an iPhone clamp that will secure my iPhone above my watercolor paper on a lap desk to allow me to trace the outlines before adding color. This, in theory, is quite useful.

by ArtisanArtist

TracingProjector has saved me a lot of time and transfer paper. The flashlight needs to be on otherwise the pencil tip is too blurry to see and trace accurately. I wouldn’t project much more than 14” high or so as the tablet is too far back to trace. Comfortably these would have to be smaller images but this is the limitation of the device, not TracingProjector . TracingProjector does everything it says it does well.

by Elizabeth_1217

I have been currently been trying to find a new art style to impress my friends, and this will help a lot! TracingProjector is better than most I've tried, and I've tried a lot of them! I think it's great that people come up with this because if I try to do something on google and trace it, it always zooms in and out and I can't ever do anything about it. This is a would recommend from me! 😛

by Fffhjdvhn

It is hard to use at first but once you get the hang of it, it works great and it’s a lot fun. I usually don’t rate apps because I’m too critical and don’t want to hurt peoples feeling by being too honest. But TracingProjector is amazing. I love it and I will be using it s lot. FYI, I would have paid double for TracingProjector. And That’s coming from a person who rarely buys the premium version of any app. Great work on this one. Thanks a bunch

by Ludwig Van Beertoven

If you found TracingProjector looking for a ‘lightbox’ app for iOS, this is it. I only have the free version and was able to use a cartoon I downloaded to my photos as a source. TracingProjector helps with good and concise instructions, filters to sharpen the important lines, and tutorials that virtually assured success. I am neither the developer, their family, nor a paid/unpaid shill. Just writing this review to clear up whether TracingProjector ‘does the thing’. It does.

by Spirithorse05

I love TracingProjector I would like to get the more advanced version but I’m not sure if I have to pay for a one time use or if this is monthly or if this is just pay once and you get the thing upgraded until you get rid of it I’m not sure so kind of a leery about doing it because I don’t want a monthly charge but I am very very pleased with TracingProjector I just wish I could draw larger images I don’t know how to make the images bigger but it works fine

by Tim Antonius

I own a small buisness and this is amazing for drawing up biz signs with the augmented reality feature. Knocked out multiple displays in one sitting. Speed being the key. It is a slight learning curve watching the phone and drawing but really didn’t take long to get the hang of. Was able to trace out the large designs in sections. The opacity option and edge filter is nice. Good tutorial to get ya started. Also pairs great with Adobe Photoshop apps and font apps. Definitely adding this to my digital library. You’ve got a great product here!

by Joy2be_me

It was working just fine until after my full pro bundle purchase start showing up TracingProjector need access to my camera and photos and did but it still won’t let me get access to my saved photos through TracingProjector .

by Green51234

I have tried all the tracing apps and either they’re too complicated and/or they don’t work well. With TracingProjector, I can get large, easy to copy images quickly with my iPad or phone. I love the hand held option too. Finally, something that works. Thank you.

by HPfirebolts

Really good for tracing and improving your art! The projected is a bit tricky but I really like the feature where it’s not a projected but there is a photo that shows up on your screen, that you line your pen/pencil up to get a perfect trace. That was really helpful. I also like how TracingProjector provides an alternative solution than using a tripod to get the phone still.

by Huskers1259

Good luck “locking” the picture. I had my device perfectly still on a tripod, and it still jumped around like crazy. Also, try to beat the clock, as TracingProjector only gives you three minutes to try to draw your jumpy doodle. Do yourself a favor, and spend the few dollars it costs to buy an actual projector app that works, like Lucida. This is just a very shoddy ripoff of Lucida anyway. Can’t believe this “developer” as charging money for this. Zero stars.

by 727sweetT

I purchased TracingProjector so I can trace for more than two minutes. I haven’t used it for more than two minutes yet, because it skips around. With handheld mode and canvas lock on, it jumps. It changes sizes while I’m drawing which is unfortunate and renders TracingProjector useless. The concept is awesome. Please fix this. I rarely spend money on apps so this is frustrating. Thank you.

by Cmclarke

I had it for awhile. The first hassle was finding something to hold the phone while I traced. Purchased something just for that purpose. Now I can’t figure out how to upgrade to the full version. 2 min usage not helpful for me. I’m tired of the hassle. I think I’ll delete TracingProjector and try something that will let me upgrade to full version without going through a hassle.

by Slhlm

So I’ve been wondering around the internet trying to come up with an image for my friend and I. I took several screenshots but I personally can’t draw so when she told me about TracingProjector I knew I HAD to download it! After using several different screenshots .... Alas, we FINALLY have our image!!!

by GUAYOYO AZUCARADO

I was able to trace. Adjust the mix between picture and paper. Not too much works for me. Make sure to find tripod for your phone. Use masking tape for your paper. Take your time. Check your progress. It should work.

by Jason The Large

The instructions are very clear. People giving TracingProjector one start in their review seen pretty clueless. I've made a few pieces of art in just a few days. I don't have TracingProjector mastered by a long shot but I like it.

by Callmedeaconblues

TracingProjector works. I was thinking it would be cool to have an app that used AR to trace images and patterns for some of my woodworking inlay projects. TracingProjector hit the nail on the head! It works great, is very well designed, and is intuitive. A+

by Tony Richengod

Just what I was looking for. Has all the functions I need. The ability to resize either the image or the drawing surface means you can set it at any height you are able and then resize to fit. Golden