Effects — Cross-hatch — Reference

Cross-hatch settings

The Cross-hatch effect has 5 settings. Here is what each one controls.

Settings
5
Category
Print
01

Setting reference

SettingWhat it controls
SpacingThe distance between hatching lines.
Line widthThe thickness of each line.
AngleThe direction of the hatching.
InkThe colour of the lines.
PaperThe colour of the paper.
02

Tips for better results

  1. Tip 01

    Narrow lines with tight spacing mimic a fine technical pen; wide lines look like a marker or woodcut.

  2. Tip 02

    Rotate the angle to suit the subject. Diagonal hatching feels natural to the eye.

  3. Tip 03

    Pair warm paper with dark brown ink for a vintage drawing.

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