Features Users Want Most in Drawing Apps

Based on 572 real App Store reviews, here's exactly what users wish Drawing apps would build.

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Missing Features
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Build Recs
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Opportunity

Most-Requested Missing Features

Features users are literally asking for in their reviews, ranked by demand.

#1: More Free Color Palettes

High Demand
"You get 2 color palettes and then they want you to pay like 40 dollars a year for the rest."
"Rip off spam. U have to pay to get skin color and opacity."

#2: Blending Tool

Medium Demand
"Good but missing a blurring/blending tool."
"Without a blend or smudge option, it doesn’t make it very fun."

#3: Blank Canvas Option

Medium Demand
"I have a blank canvas that’s free please can you make everything free?"
"Make a blank drawing page."

#4: Better Navigation

Medium Demand
"Very difficult to navigate."
"Inconvenient purchasing locks landscape."

#5: Family Sharing

Low Demand
"This app is not eligible for family sharing."
"Purchased full app, but no longer have access."

Build Recommendations

Prioritized actions based on user demand and market opportunity.

Introduce a one-time payment option for a basic version with optional add-ons.

Develop a feature-rich free version with a wider variety of colors and basic tools.

Implement robust customer support with easy access and quick response times.

Add a blending/smudge tool to enhance drawing realism.

Create a more intuitive and user-friendly color wheel interface.

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