Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is iScribby?

It's a neat little application that runs in the background and allows you to start drawing with a single press of a shortcut.

2. Can I use iScribby for free?

Yes, you can use iScribby for free. There is a premium mode available though, that unlocks additional features. It's currently available for free as well, but this may change in the future.

3. Can I customize my hotkeys?

Yes, almost every action in iScribby has a shortcut which can be customized through the settings.

4. Can I draw over full-screen video games using iScribby?

Yes, iScribby can render over pretty much anything, including full-screen video games.

5. Can I draw over a live screen using iScribby?

Yes, iScribby allows you to draw over a live screen, instead of a screenshot.

6. Will iScribby minimize my application when entering draw mode?

No, iScribby is designed to be as unobtrusive as possible. It won't steal focus from whatever app you are using when you enter/exit the draw mode. That's partly why you can use it in full-screen apps like video games.

7. Can I have my drawings remain on screen while I do something else?

Yes, things you draw using iScribby can remain outside draw mode while you continue interacting with your screen. You can choose to disable this behavior though.

8. Can I report an issue or request a new feature for iScribby?

Yes, feel free to check the support page.

9. How many colors are available in iScribby?

However many you need. iScribby provides a color picker without limiting you to some small set of colors like other apps.

10. Does iScribby offer blackboard/whiteboard mode?

Yes, you can change the background of the screen that's used in draw mode.

11. How do I enter draw mode using iScribby?

If you have app already running, check the tray menu in the bottom right corner of your screen in Windows. Right click on the iScribby icon and look for an option titled "Enter draw mode". It'll display the shortcut you need to press to enter draw mode. Or you can just click on the menu item, if you prefer using your mouse.

12. Which operating systems does iScribby support?

Currently as of writing this, iScribby supports Windows. With continued development this may change in the future and other operating systems such as Linux may be introduced, if there is enough demand.

13. Is iScribby safe?

Yes. As long as it's obtained from the official website, it should be all good. Here's a scan result from VirusTotal - link.

14. Is there an undo/redo feature available?

Yes, you can undo/redo most actions you perform on the screen.

15. Does iScribby collect any personal data?

No, as of writing this, iScribby doesn't collect any sort of telemetry.