Below is a list of each version update, including additions, changes, and fixes for ZBrush iPad.
Created in ZBrush iPad by artist Jason Punsalang.
New features and improvements:
Global Quick Search:
Search any ZBrush feature, button, or palette by name
Shows exact location in interface hierarchy
Tapping result opens directly to that location
Remembers search history per session
New export features
Up to 4K resolution supported inside iPad
New resolution gate features, including aspect ratio lock
PNG now has an alpha
New import features
Import multiple brushes, alphas, and textures
Option to copy assets to startup folder so those assets can be recognized on startup
Manual Retopo tools:
Full retopo brush now available on iPad
Identical workflow to desktop version
Inset polygon face
New Features and Improvements:
ZModeler Brush - Now available on iPad, the ZModeler brush brings powerful polygonal modeling to ZBrush, enabling precise low-poly editing, hard-surface modeling, and base mesh creation with an intuitive breakout menu for seamless workflow control. Curate ZModeler Presets in a new dedicated menu to enhance your modeling experience.
ZModeler Insert Edge Loop - Now offers Snap modifiers for precise snapping to Quarter, Half, or Custom distances.
VDM Brushes - Now offers the From Mesh and To Mesh options, enabling the creation of VDM brushes.
UV Master - Generate clean, optimized UV maps easily using UV Master, which is now in ZBrush for iPad! With automated seam placement, unwrapping, and packing, you can refine UVs using Polygroups, Control Painting, and Density adjustments for perfect texture layouts.
NanoMesh - Populate surfaces with thousands of dynamically editable mesh instances using NanoMesh. Adjust placement, scaling, rotation, and randomization in real time for organic, mechanical, or intricate surface details—all with complete control and non-destructive flexibility.
Pro Projects - Two new Pro Projects have been added to the ZBrush library, each featuring a collection of brushes, textures, and models.
Gizmo3D Replacement IMM Workflow – Swap inserted mesh components effortlessly with the Gizmo3D Replacement IMM Workflow! Replace repeated assets like bolts and mechanical parts while maintaining alignment, making model adjustments faster and more precise than ever.
Modifier Wheel - The Modifier Wheel now includes 2XL and 3XL view states for an enlarged, more accessible interface. It can be changed in the UI settings menu.
Thumbnail - You can now select a Background color for the Thumbnail window in the UI settings menu.
UI Setup Guide - A new instructional guide appears when launching the app, helping you configure essential UI settings for your experience. It also provides instructions for accessing these options in User Settings.
New Features and Improvements:
• GoZ Update - GoZ now supports seamless bridging between ZBrush iPad and Cinema 4D (C4D), enabling a more integrated workflow between applications.
• Pro Projects - Introducing Pro Projects—high-quality files available to all users, including brushes, textures, and models, to enhance your creative toolkit.
• Bug Fixes - Addressed critical issues to improve stability and performance.
New Features and Improvements:
• Texture Map - ZBrush for iPad now supports texture map creation and loading, offering options equivalent to ZBrush desktop in the new Texture Map menu in the Tool Palette.
• Displacement Map - ZBrush for iPad now supports displacement map creation, offering options equivalent to ZBrush desktop in the new Displacement Map menu in the Tool Palette.
• UV Map - ZBrush for iPad now supports UV map creation, offering options equivalent to ZBrush desktop in the new UV Map menu in the Palettes menu.
• Surface Noise - ZBrush for iPad now supports Surface Noise, enabling the creation and editing of noise patterns and details. These options, equivalent to the ZBrush desktop, can be found in the Surface menu in the Tool Palette.
• Mask Adjust - ZBrush for iPad now supports the Mask Adjust options, equivalent to the ZBrush desktop version, which has been added to the Tool Palette.
• Enhanced Apple Pencil Support - Button hover states, and automatic feature descriptions are now available for Apple Pencil devices that support hover states.
• Custom Toolbar Enhancements - The Gizmo can now be added to a Custom Toolbar.
• Improved Undo History - The Undo History UI and functionality have been enhanced for a more streamlined experience.
• Apple Pencil Roll Function - Added support for the Apple Pencil Roll function, providing more control and flexibility.
• Licensing tech debt.
• ULG Localization support.
ZBrush for iPad shares its core functionality with ZBrush desktop. Interface differences between ZBrush apps are covered throughout this user guide. Find ZBrush desktop documentation at https://help.maxon.net/zbr/en-us/.