Pencil2D is an easy, intuitive tool to make 2D hand-drawn animations.
Key Features
- Minimal design – lightweight and easy to use so you can focus on animating and not what button to hit next.
- Raster and vector graphics support – seamlessly switch between raster and vector workflows, allowing you to sketch, ink & paint on the go.
- Cross-platform support – runs under Linux, FreeBSD, macOS, and Windows.
Website: www.pencil2d.org
Support: Manual, FAQ, Tutorials, GitHub Code Repository
Developer:
License: GNU General Public License v2.0
Pencil2D is written in C++. Learn C++ with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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