The quickest way to undo in Procreate Pocket is to tap the canvas with two fingers. This gesture instantly reverses your last action, and a notification at the top of the interface confirms which action was undone.
Rapidly undo in Procreate Pocket
To undo several steps quickly, tap and hold with two fingers on the canvas. After a short delay, Procreate Pocket will begin undoing actions in rapid succession. You can customize the length of this delay by going to Actions (wrench icon) → Prefs → Timers and adjusting the "Rapid Undo Delay" slider. A shorter delay means the rapid undo starts sooner, which is useful when you need to backtrack through many strokes. Two-finger tap and hold activates the QuickMenu, which provides access to the Undo button as an alternative undo method.
How to redo an action you've undone
If you undo something you actually wanted to keep, tap the canvas with three fingers to redo it. To redo multiple actions rapidly, tap and hold three fingers on the canvas. This works the same way as the two-finger hold for undo, using the same customizable delay setting. Swipe left with three fingers to undo, swipe right with three fingers to redo.
Alternative method: the undo and redo buttons
For artists who prefer tapping icons over gestures, Procreate Pocket provides undo and redo buttons in the sidebar. The top arrow, located underneath the brush size and opacity sliders, undoes an action. The bottom arrow redoes an action. These buttons are always available when the interface is visible and offer a reliable alternative if gestures feel inconsistent. Shake to Undo feature exists as an interactive undo method.
Important undo limits and behavior
Procreate Pocket can undo up to 250 actions in a single active session. This generous limit covers most workflow needs, but a critical warning applies: if you return to the Gallery or exit the Procreate digital art app, all undo history is permanently cleared. This action behaves like a save, making your current state final. Always double-check your work before leaving a canvas. Procreate Pocket is designed specifically for iPhones, not iPads.
Troubleshooting undo issues
If the interface, including the undo and redo buttons, is not visible, a four-finger tap on the screen restores it. Accidental undo gestures can sometimes occur due to palm rejection issues, where another part of your hand is interpreted as a two-finger tap. If you find yourself undoing unintended actions, check your palm rejection settings in the app's preferences to reduce false triggers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I undo after closing the app?
No. Once you exit Procreate Pocket or return to the Gallery, the undo history is cleared and your changes become permanent. There is no way to recover undone actions after this point.
Does shaking my iPhone undo in Procreate Pocket?
No. Procreate Pocket does not support a "shake to undo" feature. The only ways to undo are the two-finger tap gesture, the sidebar buttons, or the two-finger tap and hold for rapid undo.
Why does my undo sometimes skip multiple steps?
This can happen if you accidentally trigger the two-finger tap and hold gesture instead of a simple tap. The hold gesture initiates rapid undo, which skips backward through your history. Check your palm rejection settings and the Rapid Undo Delay timer to reduce accidental triggers.
Can I see a list of my undo history?
Procreate Pocket does not display a visual history list or slider. The only way to navigate undo history is by using the gestures or buttons described above. The notification at the top of the screen confirms each individual undo action.
Does changing brush settings count as an undoable action?
Yes. Almost every action in Procreate Pocket, including brush changes, layer adjustments, and color picks, counts toward the 250-action undo limit. Only certain interface actions like zooming and panning are excluded.
Is there a limit to how many actions I can undo?
There is no specific limit to the number of actions you can undo.
