Version 1.11.1 ironed out legacy bugs related to canvas freezing and multi-monitor scaling, making it safe for production environments.
Ctrl + G (Centers your view back to your entire board).
: Specifically designed to handle hundreds of high-resolution images without significant lag. pureref-1.11.1-x64
PureRef is driven almost entirely by keyboard shortcuts and mouse actions. Mastering these core commands will drastically speed up your workflow: Shortcut (Windows/Linux) Right-Click + Drag Move Image Inside Canvas Left-Click + Drag Zoom In / Out Mouse Wheel Rotate Image Ctrl + Left-Click + Drag Scale Image Scale Gizmo or Ctrl + Alt + Left-Click Crop Image C + Left-Click + Drag Toggle Always-on-Top Ctrl + Shift + A Transparent to Mouse Ctrl + T (Click through the window) Optimize Canvas Layout Ctrl + P (Pack optimal) Add Note / Text How to Set Up an Optimal Reference Board
Hold Ctrl + Left-Click and drag near the corner of an image. Version 1
To truly master the pureref-1.11.1-x64 workflow, you must rely on its mouse and keyboard combinations. Because the software lacks a traditional top menu bar, these shortcuts control your environment: Shortcut (Windows x64) Hold Right Mouse Button & Drag Pan Canvas Hold Middle Mouse Button & Drag Zoom In / Out Mouse Wheel up / down Add Text Note Ctrl + N Optimize Canvas Arrangement Ctrl + P Toggle "Always on Top" Mode Ctrl + Shift + A Toggle Transparent Mode Ctrl + Shift + T Reset Camera View Ctrl + G Optimization Tips for Massive Reference Boards
You never have to worry about running out of space. You can drag and drop images directly from your local folders or copy-paste them straight from web browsers like Chrome or Pinterest. If your board becomes a chaotic mess, the built-in arrangement tools ( Ctrl + P ) instantly pack and organize your images by optimal sizing or timeline order. 2. Advanced Overlay and Transparency Controls PureRef is driven almost entirely by keyboard shortcuts
PureRef relies heavily on keyboard shortcuts to maintain its clean, menu-free aesthetic. Memorizing these essential commands for the 1.11.1 build will drastically speed up your workflow: Hold Right-Click and drag. Move Images: Hold Left-Click and drag selected items.
A figure walked past the alleyway in the image. They stopped, turned, and looked directly into the lens—the lens that was now my screen.
: This is the most crucial mode for reference. It keeps your board visible even when you click into other software like Photoshop or Blender.