How to fix Clip Studio Paint lag?

Lag in Clip Studio Paint can happen for several reasons, but here are the most effective fixes:

1. Reduce Canvas Size

   • Large canvases (e.g., 10,000 px or more) slow performance. Try working on a smaller canvas or lower DPI.

2. Lower Brush Stabilization

   • High stabilization settings increase lag. Reduce it in the Tool Property bar.

3. Optimize Performance Settings

   • Go to File > Preferences > Performance:
     • Set Undo levels lower (e.g., 30 instead of 200).
     • Enable Use GPU for display if available.

4. Update Tablet Drivers

   • Outdated drivers cause input delay. Download the latest drivers from your tablet manufacturer.

5. Switch Tablet Mode

   • In Preferences > Tablet, select Wintab and disable Windows Ink in your tablet settings.

6. Reduce Layer Complexity

   • Merge unnecessary layers and avoid too many vector layers.

7. Close Background Apps

   • Free up RAM by closing other heavy programs while using CSP.

8. Restart CSP After Changes

   • Apply settings and restart the program for best results.