Where can I find tools like the pen and polygonal lasso in the iPad version of Photoshop?

[lida_3922]

Where can I find tools like the pen and polygonal lasso in the iPad version of Photoshop?

I haven’t found basic and essential tools like the Pen Tool and the Lasso with advanced options, which are fundamental for a professional workflow. The app feels more like a simplified version you’d find on a mobile device, which doesn’t align with the expectations one has when purchasing an iPad Pro M4, a significantly more expensive device. I understand that not all the tools from the desktop version can be included, but I expected a more robust and advanced experience than what you get on a mobile phone. Purchasing an iPad suggests an intention to work professionally, not just for casual tasks or social media posts. It’s disappointing to see that such a powerful tool like Photoshop isn’t fully utilizing the iPad’s capabilities.

[jane-e · Accepted solution]

Where can I find tools like the pen and polygonal lasso in the iPad version of Photoshop?

By @lida_3922

Photoshop for iPad does not have either the Pen tool or the Polygonal Lasso tool (yet).

I've moved your post from Photoshop Express to the Photoshop forum.

Jane

[Mr Potatoe]

Well said Lida_3922 I couldn't agree more👍 The only reason I bought the IPad Pro M4 , pro pencil and apple keyboard was to be able to use Photoshop in the same way I do on my laptop. Adobe are continuing to damage their own brand. How could you seriously leave out basic essential tools ? and say nothing about it.

[peppe sedin]

I tried out photoshop on my newly bought ipad pro. Oh man what a disappointment that was.. it felt like a baby version of the real one..

I had a great time with procreate though.

I might give illustrator a go on the ipad.