Coloring Tails

How to Use Coloring Tails

Step 1: Upload Your Line Art

Start by uploading your black and white line art image. Coloring Tails works best with:

Clear black outlines on white background
PNG, JPG, or WebP format
High contrast line art
Closed shapes for best bucket fill results

Simply click the upload area or drag and drop your image file.

Step 2: Choose Your Tool

Select between two powerful coloring tools:

Bucket Tool: Perfect for filling large enclosed areas with a single click
Brush Tool: Ideal for detailed work, shading, and gradual coloring

The brush tool includes adjustable size settings from 5px to 50px for precise control.

Step 3: Pick Your Colors

Choose from our curated color palette or create custom colors:

24 pre-selected vibrant colors
Custom color picker for unlimited options
Add custom colors to your palette
Easy color switching with visual feedback

Colors are optimized for both digital viewing and printing.

Step 4: Advanced Settings

Fine-tune your coloring experience with smart settings:

Detect Boundaries: Prevents colors from bleeding through black lines
Zoom Controls: Get precise detail work with zoom in/out
Reset Function: Quickly return to original line art
Download: Save your masterpiece as high-quality PNG

All settings work seamlessly on both desktop and mobile devices.

Why Choose Coloring Tails?

Experience the most advanced digital coloring tool designed for artists, hobbyists, and creative professionals.

🎨 Professional Quality

Advanced flood-fill algorithm with anti-aliasing ensures smooth, professional results every time.

📱 Mobile Optimized

Fully responsive design works perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops with touch-friendly controls.

⚡ Lightning Fast

Optimized performance ensures smooth coloring even on large images and mobile devices.

🔒 Privacy First

All processing happens in your browser - your images never leave your device.

🎯 Precision Tools

Smart boundary detection and adjustable brush sizes give you complete creative control.

💾 Easy Export

Download your finished artwork as high-quality PNG files ready for sharing or printing.

💡 Pro Tips for Best Results

Use high-contrast line art: Clear black lines on white background work best
Close gaps in your line art: Small gaps can cause bucket fill to leak into other areas
Start with bucket tool: Fill large areas first, then use brush for details and shading
Experiment with boundary detection: Turn it off for artistic bleeding effects
Use different brush sizes: Large brushes for base colors, small brushes for fine details
Save frequently: Download your work at different stages to preserve your progress
Mobile tip: Use two fingers to zoom and pan for detailed work on small screens

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