Exploring Piskel Interface

In this lesson, we'll explore the Piskel interface, learning how it works and how to create your own pixel art!

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1 Navigate to Piskel
2 Understanding the Interface
3 Use the Pen Tool
4 Changing Colors
5 Using the Eraser
6 Using the Paint Bucket
7 Explore!
Quiz

1 - Navigate to Piskel

Visit Piskel's website by clicking here. Once on the site, click on 'Create Sprite' to start a new project.

Piskel: How to create a new project

To create a new project in Piskel, open the website piskelapp.com and:

Click the Create Sprite button
This will create a new project and bring you to editor.

👇 Mark your steps as done as you complete them.

+5 XP

2 - Understanding the Interface

Take a moment to look at the Piskel interface. On the left are your drawing tools, in the center is your canvas, and on the right are settings for your canvas and layers.

👇 Mark your steps as done as you complete them.

+10 XP

3 - Use the Pen Tool

Select the 'Pen Tool' from the left toolbar. Click on the canvas to draw pixels. Try drawing a simple shape like a square or circle.

+10 XP

4 - Changing Colors

On the right side of your screen, you'll find the color palette. Click on a color to select it, then use the 'Pen Tool' to draw with your new color.

+10 XP

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Exploring Piskel Interface

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1 - Navigate to Piskel

2 - Understanding the Interface

3 - Use the Pen Tool

4 - Changing Colors

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