The iPad has evolved from a simple content consumption device into a powerful creative tool. On the 27th local time, tech outlet TechCrunch introduced apps that can be used for digital art, video editing and graphic design.

Procreate is one of the most popular drawing apps on the iPad. It offers a wide range of brushes for digital painting, sketching and illustration. It has an intuitive interface and gesture controls. It supports canvases up to 16K by 8K and can produce storyboards, GIFs and animations. It also supports time‑lapse recording and is available for a one‑time payment of 12.99 dollars.

LumaFusion for video editing offers functions beyond iMovie. It supports 4K ProRes and HDR media, various transition effects and voice recording. It is available for 29.99 dollars. Multi‑cam editing and project transfer to Final Cut Pro can be purchased separately.

The graphic design tool Canva helps non‑professionals create visual content easily. It offers more than 250,000 templates for presentations, infographics, videos and websites, and includes an AI‑based image generation feature. Basic functions are free. A monthly fee of 12.99 dollars provides unlimited access to premium templates and AI tools.

Affinity Designer 2 is a graphic app that combines vector design with pixel‑based textures. It supports Apple Pencil and offers custom font creation and up to 1,000,000 percent zoom. It costs 18.49 dollars. Concepts, optimised for idea sketching, allows free‑form drawing and editing. Its basic features are free, and premium tools are available for 4.99 dollars per month.

Tayasui Sketches is an intuitive drawing app with watercolours, acrylic brushes and gradient tools. Additional features are available with a 2.99‑dollar monthly subscription. Dudel Draw offers a new shape each day to spark creativity and is free.

Sketchbook provides a paper‑like drawing experience. Its basic functions are free, and premium brushes and features can be added for 2.99 dollars.