A downloadable Overlay Reference for Android

HUD (Heads-Up Display) is a lightweight utility tool designed by a digital artist, for digital artists :)

I got tired of closing my drawing app every time I needed to check a reference on Pinterest or look at a photo. So, I built the tool I needed.

HUD lets you float any reference image directly over your drawing software (Clip Studio Paint, Infinite Painter, Ibis Paint, etc.) or even your 3d programs too (or games).

⚡ Key Features:

  • Floating Overlay: Keep your reference visible while you draw.
  • Full Control: Zoom, Pan, and Crop your reference image instantly.
  • Lock Mode: Lock the image in place so you don't accidentally move it while drawing.
  • Ghost Mode: Adjust opacity to see through the reference (great for tracing outlines or checking proportions).
  • In-App Web Browser: Browse Pinterest directly inside HUD and capture references with a single tap.
  • Artist-Focused UI: A clean, dark-themed "Sci-Fi" interface that gets out of your way.

📱 How to Install:

  1. Download the `.apk` file below.
  2. Open it on your Android device.
  3. If prompted, allow "Install from Unknown Sources"
  4. Launch HUD and grant the "Display Over Other Apps" permission.

☕ Support the Dev:

Hi, i'm the 'Dev', its talking about me lol. This tool is completely free, but if it helps your workflow, you can support my art by checking out my work below, and if you like what you see, it would really help if you gave a like or follow. I do take commissions, so you can also commission a custom character illustration!

@_digital.fart_: https://www.instagram.com/_digital.fart_/

@taydo_x: https://www.instagram.com/taydo_x/

CommissionsHttps://digiartsbyr.etsy.com/listing/4384773135

Version 1.0.0 - Made in South Africa

Published 1 hour ago
StatusReleased
CategoryTool
PlatformsAndroid
AuthorTaydo_X
Tagsart, Drawing, float, image, overlay, reference, trace

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HUD - v1.0_release.apk 2.8 MB

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