The ABR file can be added to the Manage Resource section of Settings. Alternatively, you can import brushes by selecting Import Brushes, or by selecting Predefined > + Import in the Brush Settings (F5) under Brush Tips.
The next thing we wondered was: how to import brushes from Photoshop to Krita?
They can be PNG files or .abr file from Photoshop or .gbr files from GIMP. Currently Krita only import a brush texture from abr file, you have to recreate the brushes by adding appropriate values in size, spacing etc. They can be modified/tagged in the brush preset editor.
Is it possible to use Krita in Photoshop?
A lot of Krita settings are not available in Photoshop, some of the Photoshop ones are not available in Krita, some you can adjust to make it look like in Photoshop using different settings than Photoshop uses.
Why does Krita load my brushes as brush tips?
Hence, since the brush tip is the only thing Krita can read from .abr file, Krita loads them as brush tips. You’ll have to recreate those brushes in Krita, using Krita’s settings.
How do I create a brush preset in Krita?
Locate the Brush Preview thumbnail .kpp file in Krita and open it to get a 200×200 file that you can edit to your wishes. You’re ready to add the next texture! From here on it’s just a matter of wash, rinse and repeat for each texture where you want to create a dedicated Brush Preset.
Why does Krita read ABR files as brushes?
Moreover Photoshop’s and Krita’s settings for the brush presets differ. Hence, since the brush tip is the only thing Krita can read from .abr file, Krita loads them as brush tips. You’ll have to recreate those brushes in Krita, using Krita’s settings.
How do I get Krita to automatically fill in lines?
Extract the .abr file into Krita’s home directory for brushes. In your Brush Presets dock, select one of your brushes that uses the Pixel Brush Engine. An Ink Pen or solid fill type should do fine. Click on the tab “Predefined” next to “Auto”.