Astropad Studio is finally on the way to Windows 10, and you can try its beta for free

Astropad’s latest app lets you turn your iPad into a drawing tablet for Windows 10.

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What you need to know

Astropad launched Project Blue today, the first free public beta of Astropad for Windows. The app allows you to use an iPad as a wireless drawing tablet for Windows 10 PCs. The app is in beta right now, but it already has many of the features seen onAstropad Studio, which works with Macs. Project Blue connects through Wi-Fi or USB, which allows people to flexibly work anywhere.

The app already supports mirroring, Apple Pencil, and touch for panning and zooming. It also has some shortcuts that are in Astropad Studio. Here’s a complete list of its current features:

Drawing tablet functionality

Limited Astropad Studio shortcuts and customization

Robust connectivity and performance

Since Project Blue is still in beta, some features aren’t available yet. Astropad states that unlimited customizable shortcuts are on the way, as well as per-app shortcuts. The app will also work withLuna Displayin the future and gain other features like custom pressure curves.

Astropad’s latest app lets you use your iPad as a drawing tablet for your Windows 10 PC. It’s in beta right now but already has some impressive features.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.