Last updated on 12 May 2026
Google has just launched a new application on the web which makes it possible to make the simplest drawings in the world on the blank page of your browser.
A simple and no frills application, but one that allows you to have on hand from a simple browser a virtual draft notebook for a quick sketch or a much more elaborate drawing.
Google once again demonstrates its know-how and technical mastery with an application that hides its game behind an astonishing simplicity.
To use Chrome Canvas, simply point your browser to the homepage of the site. It is not necessary to use Chrome, Google’s drawing program works from any browser.
The interface of the application is clear. Here you will find the classic options of any good drawing program. You have a choice of weapons. At your disposal in a very successful graphic menu a black pencil, a pen, a felt, a brush, a chalk …
Chrome Canvas makes it possible to play with the size and opacity of the line. You can also juggle a wide range of colors.
Very convenient also the possibility to upload an image from your computer and then draw or scribble on it.
Google system requires, all your drawings will be saved and synchronized automatically on your account. You will be able to find them from anywhere and from any device by reconnecting with your Google credentials.
Each drawing or sketch can be exported in .PNG format
We're far from Complete Drawing Tools Sophisticated like Sketchboard for example, but this new app deserves a small place in your digital toolkit.
A simple and free online drawing application. A draft notebook always at hand.
Link: Chrome Canvas
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