TraceOverlay
Overlay reference images on your camera to trace anything
3 followers
Overlay reference images on your camera to trace anything
3 followers
TraceOverlay is an AR tracing app for artists. Upload any reference image, and it floats over your live camera feed in real-time. Position your paper under the camera, adjust the overlay, and trace with precision.
Hey Product Hunt! I'm Brian, and I built TraceOverlay because I wanted a simple, affordable tracing tool that worked on any device.
I wanted something that:
1. Works on any phone or tablet with a browser
2. Has a minimal interface that gets out of your way
3. Costs less than a cup of coffee per year
The app is built as a PWA, so you can install it on your home screen like a regular app on iOS or Android. The touch gesture system makes positioning natural, just pinch, drag, and rotate like you would with any photo app. It supports a few advanced features like customizable edge detection to trace outlines more easily. You can use it on the desktop with a webcam as well. Images are private and stored locally on the device.
I'd love to hear how you'd use it. What features would make TraceOverlay even more useful for your creative workflow?