Choose this if you purchased a perpetual license or received a code. Enter your 30-digit serial number (starts with SP ).

Completing the is only half the battle. You must optimize for performance.

Double-click the icon to launch the application manager.

You have completed the , but now you need to configure it for professional use.

Click to save the installer package to your computer. Step 2: Run the Installation Process Installation on Windows

Open the "Clip Studio" app (the launcher) first. Log In: Sign into your Clip Studio Account.

Choose the destination folder. It is highly recommended to leave this as the default path ( C:\Program Files\CELSYS ). Click and wait for the status bar to complete.

While the standard Clip Studio Paint is perfect for illustration, EX is the specialist choice for manga, comics, and animation . It includes all the features of the PRO version, but adds powerful tools for page management, advanced 2D animation, and comic production, making it the industry standard for professionals.

EX projects—especially multi-page comics and animations—can consume massive amounts of RAM. Go to > Preferences > Performance .

Locate the downloaded .exe file (usually named CSP_XX_setup.exe ). Right-click the file and select . Choose your preferred setup language and click OK . Read and accept the License Agreement, then click Next .

8GB or more recommended (16GB+ for 3D and 4K animation). Storage: At least 3GB of free space on your boot drive. OS: macOS 11, 12, 13, 14, or later.

Before downloading the installer, ensure your device meets the minimum specifications required to run the EX version smoothly, especially when handling multi-page comic files or heavy animation timelines. Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit required).

Take your drawing stylus and draw on the canvas using your natural variation of light and heavy strokes.