LF_Pencil
A tool that assists in drawing FBF with 3 stabilization modes, eraser and others.
Category:
Vector Drawing
Last Updated: Jan 23 2026, 20:41
LF_PENCIL (STABILIZER) - USER MANUAL Version: beta 4.3
1. OVERVIEW LF_Pencil is an advanced drawing tool for Moho Pro that combines multiple functionalities into a single integrated tool:
Stroke stabilization: 3 different modes to smooth your drawings.
Pressure sensitivity: Full support for graphics tablets.
Integrated eraser: Erase without switching tools.
Auto-weld/Auto-fill: Automatically connects strokes and fills closed shapes.
Extra tools: Magnet, curvature adjustment, and handle manipulation.
Timechart [NEW]: Animation timing visualization and control.
Weld Crossings: Automatic welding of curve intersections.
2. THE 4 MODES Switch between modes using the (backslash) key, the Floating Button, or the Toolbar Menu.
Pencil (Green): Draw strokes.
Eraser (Blue): Erase strokes.
Edit (Magenta): Magnet, curvature, and handles.
Timechart (Red): Animation timing.
3. CONTROL SUMMARY
PENCIL MODE
LMB: Draw.
Alt + Drag: Brush size.
Ctrl + Click: Paint Bucket (fill with Weld Crossings).
Ctrl + Drag: Create empty frame (FBF).
Shift + Drag: Lasso selection.
Ctrl + Shift + Drag: Width Taper (adjust thickness on any point).
ERASER MODE
LMB: Erase.
Alt + Drag: Eraser size.
Ctrl + Drag: Trim mode (cuts strokes at connections).
Shift + Drag: Lasso delete points.
EDIT MODE
LMB: Magnet (move points smoothly).
Alt + Drag: Magnet radius.
Ctrl + Drag: Adjust curvature.
Ctrl + Shift + Drag: Rotate handles.
Ctrl + Alt + Shift + Drag: Adjust handle latitude (radius).
TIMECHART MODE [NEW]
LMB: Add marker or select point with keyframe.
Alt + LMB: Remove marker.
Shift + Drag: Adjust arc curvature or reposition start/end points.
Ctrl + Drag: Adjust parabola spread.
4. GLOBAL SHORTCUTS:
\ : Cycle modes.
[ and ] : Decrease/Increase radius or size.
Enter: Weld Crossings (0 pts) / Create Fill (1 pt) / Close Gap (2 pts).
Esc: Cancel selection or Clear All in Timechart.
Up / Down Arrow: Navigate FBF frames.
Shift + Up: Rename current FBF frame.
Compatibility: Moho Pro 14.4+
LINKS and CONTACT:
Video Demo coming soon to: Luca Channel
Support: Send questions or suggestions to [email=lucas@oceanoazulfilmes.com]lucas@oceanoazulfilmes.com[/email].
I need your feedback! ❤️
1. OVERVIEW LF_Pencil is an advanced drawing tool for Moho Pro that combines multiple functionalities into a single integrated tool:
Stroke stabilization: 3 different modes to smooth your drawings.
Pressure sensitivity: Full support for graphics tablets.
Integrated eraser: Erase without switching tools.
Auto-weld/Auto-fill: Automatically connects strokes and fills closed shapes.
Extra tools: Magnet, curvature adjustment, and handle manipulation.
Timechart [NEW]: Animation timing visualization and control.
Weld Crossings: Automatic welding of curve intersections.
2. THE 4 MODES Switch between modes using the (backslash) key, the Floating Button, or the Toolbar Menu.
Pencil (Green): Draw strokes.
Eraser (Blue): Erase strokes.
Edit (Magenta): Magnet, curvature, and handles.
Timechart (Red): Animation timing.
3. CONTROL SUMMARY
PENCIL MODE
LMB: Draw.
Alt + Drag: Brush size.
Ctrl + Click: Paint Bucket (fill with Weld Crossings).
Ctrl + Drag: Create empty frame (FBF).
Shift + Drag: Lasso selection.
Ctrl + Shift + Drag: Width Taper (adjust thickness on any point).
ERASER MODE
LMB: Erase.
Alt + Drag: Eraser size.
Ctrl + Drag: Trim mode (cuts strokes at connections).
Shift + Drag: Lasso delete points.
EDIT MODE
LMB: Magnet (move points smoothly).
Alt + Drag: Magnet radius.
Ctrl + Drag: Adjust curvature.
Ctrl + Shift + Drag: Rotate handles.
Ctrl + Alt + Shift + Drag: Adjust handle latitude (radius).
TIMECHART MODE [NEW]
LMB: Add marker or select point with keyframe.
Alt + LMB: Remove marker.
Shift + Drag: Adjust arc curvature or reposition start/end points.
Ctrl + Drag: Adjust parabola spread.
4. GLOBAL SHORTCUTS:
\ : Cycle modes.
[ and ] : Decrease/Increase radius or size.
Enter: Weld Crossings (0 pts) / Create Fill (1 pt) / Close Gap (2 pts).
Esc: Cancel selection or Clear All in Timechart.
Up / Down Arrow: Navigate FBF frames.
Shift + Up: Rename current FBF frame.
Compatibility: Moho Pro 14.4+
LINKS and CONTACT:
Video Demo coming soon to: Luca Channel
Support: Send questions or suggestions to [email=lucas@oceanoazulfilmes.com]lucas@oceanoazulfilmes.com[/email].
I need your feedback! ❤️
Change Log
| Date | Version | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 23 2026, 20:10 | beta 4.5.1 | LF_Pencil - Changelog Beta 4.5.1 ================================ UI IMPROVEMENTS: Timechart Icon Size Increased Timechart circle icon size in the floating button Increased Timechart circle icon size in quick menu preview buttons Better visibility and recognition of the Timechart mode Quick Menu Preview Buttons Increased preview button size by 25% (from 70% to 87.5% of main button radius) Increased symbol size proportionally for better visibility Improved spacing and visual clarity of the quick menu interface Easier interaction with mode selection buttons Visual Enhancements Enhanced overall visual clarity of the floating button quick menu Better proportion between main button and preview buttons Improved user experience when switching between modes |
| Jan 23 2026, 14:07 | beta 4.5 | LF_Pencil - Changelog Beta 4.5 ================================ FIXES AND IMPROVEMENTS: 1. Cross-weld before erasing - Added automatic cross-weld (WeldAllCrossingsInRegion) application before erasing with the eraser in Eraser mode - Improves junction quality when erasing 2. Fill with Ctrl fixed - Removed conflict between Ctrl+Click (fill) and Ctrl+Drag (empty frame) - Ctrl+Click now activates paint bucket fill immediately - Fill functionality restored and working correctly 3. Empty frame creation - Removed Ctrl+Drag to create empty frame (caused conflict) - Added: Down Arrow key to create empty frame in Pencil mode - Only works when not in FBF navigation context 4. Size indicator circle - Now works in ALL modes (Pencil, Eraser, Edit, Timechart) - Each mode shows its own size: * Pencil: NewShapeLineWidth() * Eraser: eraserRadius * Edit: magnetRadius (fixed) * Timechart: timechartBrushRadius - Updates independently for each mode - Always visible, even when not dragging 5. UI updates - Tool description updated - Interface text updated to reflect changes - Removed "Ctrl+Drag=empty frame" - Added "Down arrow=empty frame" |
| Jan 21 2026, 20:09 | beta 4.4 | LF_Pencil - Changelog beta 4.4 ================================ NEW FEATURES ------------ - Floating button can now be resized with Alt+Drag * Drag left to decrease, right to increase * Size saved in preferences - New Settings menu that groups advanced controls * Opens popup dialog with: Width, Pressure, Smooth and Taper * Positioned before Auto-weld in toolbar - Shift key to disable Auto-weld during stroke * Press Shift while drawing to temporarily disable auto-weld * Shows "Auto-weld off" text on screen when active * Only works after stroke has started INTERFACE IMPROVEMENTS ---------------------- - Pencil mode toolbar reorganization: * Settings (new menu) before Auto-weld * Auto-weld and Auto Fill kept after Settings * Reduce % kept outside Settings - Settings menu contains: * Width (dropdown: None, Pen Pressure, Random) * Pressure (slider) * Smooth (now slider instead of numeric input) * Taper: - Taper % (numeric field) - first line - Taper Start and Taper End (image buttons) - second line centered - Taper buttons: * Now use images (triangles) from ScriptResources * Show visual feedback when selected * Organized in separate centered line - Strength slider reduced to 100 pixels (same size as Pressure) - Separators removed before and after "Close Gap / Fill" BUG FIXES --------- - Fixed nil error in SettingsDialog UpdateWidgets - Removed old references to taper controls from main toolbar |
| Jan 21 2026, 19:56 | beta 4.4 | LF_Pencil - Changelog beta 4.4 ================================ NEW FEATURES ------------ - Floating button can now be resized with Alt+Drag * Drag left to decrease, right to increase * Size saved in preferences - New Settings menu that groups advanced controls * Opens popup dialog with: Width, Pressure, Smooth and Taper * Positioned before Auto-weld in toolbar INTERFACE IMPROVEMENTS ---------------------- - Pencil mode toolbar reorganization: * Settings (new menu) before Auto-weld * Auto-weld and Auto Fill kept after Settings * Reduce % kept outside Settings - Settings menu contains: * Width (dropdown: None, Pen Pressure, Random) * Pressure (slider) * Smooth (now slider instead of numeric input) * Taper: - Taper % (numeric field) - first line - Taper Start and Taper End (image buttons) - second line centered - Taper buttons: * Now use images (triangles) from ScriptResources * Show visual feedback when selected * Organized in separate centered line - Strength slider reduced to 100 pixels (same size as Pressure) - Separators removed before and after "Close Gap / Fill" BUG FIXES --------- - Fixed nil error in SettingsDialog UpdateWidgets - Removed old references to taper controls from main toolbar |
The script is supplied with the following files:
Icons and cursors:
Resource files:
Subfolder: lf_pencil
