To change DPI on Procreate for iPad, open the Actions menu, tap Canvas, select Crop and Resize, and enter the new DPI value. For Procreate Pocket on iPhone, the path is Modify → Actions → Canvas → Crop and Resize → Settings, then enter the DPI.
How to change DPI on procreate for iPad
The documented step-by-step path to change DPI on the Procreate digital art app for iPad is:
- Open the Actions menu by tapping the wrench icon.
- Tap Canvas.
- Select Crop and Resize.
- Enter the new DPI value using the on-screen keypad.
When creating a new canvas preset, you can change Width, Height, or DPI by tapping the value and entering a number on the keypad. You can also check your current DPI and canvas dimensions from Actions → Canvas → Canvas information → Dimensions. To edit DPI on an existing artwork, use Actions → Canvas → Crop & Resize → Settings.
How to change DPI in Procreate Pocket for iPhone
For the iPhone version of the Procreate digital art app, the documented path is:
- Tap Modify to open the Actions menu.
- Tap Canvas.
- Select Crop and Resize.
- Tap Settings, then enter the DPI value.
This function path is confirmed in the Procreate Pocket handbook, including the Japanese language version which shows the same settings entry point with translated labels.
What is DPI and why does it matter?
DPI stands for dots per inch and is a print resolution measurement. It tells you how many pixels are in each inch of your canvas. More pixels means more capacity for detail and higher-quality printing. The standard DPI for printing is 300 DPI, and Procreate recommends at least 300 DPI for artwork intended for print. The standard DPI for screen viewing is 72-144 DPI. For screen viewing, 72-144 DPI is standard.
Documented limits when you change DPI
Changing DPI alters the physical print size of the canvas in millimeters, centimeters, and inches, but it does not alter pixel dimensions. This means increasing the DPI on existing artwork makes the physical width and height smaller. The pixel size of your canvas stays the same regardless of the DPI value you enter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can DPI be changed after drawing starts?
Yes. Procreate allows you to edit DPI on existing artwork through Actions → Canvas → Crop & Resize → Settings. You can make this change at any point during your project.
Does changing DPI change image quality by itself?
No. Changing DPI changes the physical print size of your canvas, while the pixel size stays the same. Image quality is determined by pixel dimensions, not the DPI value alone.
Is there an official Android version of Procreate?
No Android version is documented in official Procreate pages. Procreate is for iPad, and Procreate Pocket is for iPhone. There is no official Android app or DPI path to report from the available sources.
