PureRef is a lightweight, infinite-canvas software tailored for artists to collect, arrange, and view reference images all in one place. It acts as a digital mood board that stays clean, fast, and organized even when packed with hundreds of high-resolution images.
By mastering its shortcuts and organization tools, you can turn a chaotic pile of images into a highly efficient workflow asset. 1. Import and Canvas Setup
Drag-and-Drop: Pull images directly from web browsers, desktop folders, or clipboard pastes into the canvas.
Infinite Canvas: The workspace automatically expands to fit your images as you add them.
Canvas Movement: Hold Right-Click and drag to move the entire canvas around your screen.
Zooming: Use the Scroll Wheel to seamlessly zoom in on fine details or out for a macro view. 2. Grouping and Structuring Images
Create Groups: Select multiple images and press Ctrl + G (Cmd + G on Mac) to bind them together.
Labeling: Double-click a group name or press Ctrl + N to create text notes for categorization (e.g., “Color Palette,” “Anatomy,” “Lighting”).
Relocate Entire Sets: Clicking and dragging a group’s background border moves all nested references simultaneously. 3. Automatic Arrangement and Alignment
Optimal Packing: Press Ctrl + P to automatically arrange all loose images into a tight, space-efficient grid.
Sort by Criteria: Arrange items by name (Ctrl + Alt + N) or the order they were added (Ctrl + Alt + A) via the right-click menu.
Linear Alignment: Select images and use the alignment menu to perfectly snap their edges to the left, right, top, or bottom. 4. Customizing Individual References
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