Can I export a transparent grid PNG?

Yes. Use the transparent export option to download a grid-only PNG with no background.

Can I use the grid overlay in Procreate?

Yes. Export the transparent grid PNG, import it into Procreate, and place it above your reference image as a separate layer.

Can I change the grid line color?

Yes. You can choose the grid line color, line weight, opacity, labels, and grid type before exporting.

Transparent PNG grid maker

Transparent Grid Overlay for Drawing

Make a clean transparent grid PNG that you can place above a photo reference in Procreate, Photoshop, Canva, Clip Studio Paint, or any drawing app that supports layers.

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Why use a transparent grid overlay?

A transparent grid overlay lets you keep the grid separate from your reference photo. You can move it, lower its opacity, hide it, or delete it without damaging the original image.

This is especially useful for digital artists who want a grid reference layer while drawing on iPad, desktop, or a tablet display.

How to create a drawing grid PNG

Open the grid drawing tool and choose your grid type.
Set the rows, columns, cell size, line width, color, and opacity.
Add labels or bold guide lines if you need easier navigation.
Choose the transparent export option.
Import the PNG into your drawing app as a layer above your reference.

Best uses for transparent grid overlays

Photo reference studies in Procreate or Photoshop.
Portrait drawing where facial proportions need to stay accurate.
Composition checks before painting or sketching.
Perspective or isometric guides for architecture, rooms, and objects.
Reusable grid templates for art assignments and digital worksheets.

Grid overlay settings that matter

Setting	When to use it
Opacity	Lower opacity keeps the reference visible while still showing the grid.
Line color	Use dark lines on light images and light lines on dark images.
Labels	Labels help when transferring a photo square by square.
Grid type	Square grids work for portraits, while perspective and isometric grids help with spatial drawings.

Transparent grid overlay FAQ

Does the PNG include a white background?: No. The transparent export is grid-only, so the background remains transparent.
Can I make the grid thicker?: Yes. Increase line width before exporting the transparent PNG.
Can I use a transparent perspective grid?: Yes. Choose one-point or two-point perspective, adjust the vanishing point controls, then export the transparent overlay.