Milton
Milton is a free, open-source infinite-canvas paint program for Windows and Linux.
What Milton is
Milton is a free, open-source infinite-canvas paint program for Windows and Linux. Its canvas supports drawing with infinite detail and uses vectors while retaining a raster-like feel. Listed editing tools include layers, blur, and lines, and pressure sensitivity is supported. Milton saves whenever a change is made, so work does not depend on a save button. Undo and redo are unlimited and remain available after the application closes. Finished images can be exported as JPEG or PNG at any resolution supported by the computer. The download page offers a Windows 64-bit installer and a standalone ZIP. The homepage states support for Windows 7 and later, while Linux users can compile the program. Version 1.9.1 is identified as the latest release; it fixes the exporter when the canvas is rotated and fixes the line tool. The site credits Sergio Gonzalez as creator. Help is available through a video, GitHub issues, or email.
Good
- Free and open source
- Infinite canvas supports detailed drawing
- Unlimited undo and redo persist after closing
- Exports JPEG or PNG at supported resolutions
- Supports layers and pressure sensitivity
Watch out
- Supports only Windows and Linux
- No free trial is listed
- Latest listed version is 1.9.1
Who it suits
It suits artists who want a free, open-source painting tool on Windows or Linux. Layers, pressure sensitivity, and an infinite canvas support detailed drawing workflows.
Verdict
Milton offers a free infinite-canvas workflow with layers, pressure sensitivity, automatic saving, and persistent undo history. Its platform coverage is limited to Windows and Linux.
Plans and prices
From Milton's own pricing page, checked 11 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Milton | Free | Free for Windows and Linux · Donations accepted |
The facts
Each one read from Milton's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Canvas
- The infinite canvas supports drawing with infinite detail and works with vectors while feeling raster-based.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Creator
- The site credits Milton to Sergio Gonzalez.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Editing features
- The listed features include layers, blur, and lines.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Export
- Work can be exported to JPEG or PNG at any resolution the machine supports.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Latest version
- The download page identifies v1.9.1 as the latest version.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Product
- Milton is a free and open-source infinite canvas paint program.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Release update
- Milton 1.9.1 fixes the exporter when the canvas is rotated and fixes the line tool.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Saving
- Milton saves work each time a change is made, without requiring a save button.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- Users with problems can watch the help video, file a GitHub issue, or email the listed support address.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Undo and redo
- Undo and redo are unlimited and persist after the app is closed.checked 11 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Linux support
- Milton is free for Linux, and the homepage says it compiles on Linux.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Windows download
- The download page offers a Windows 64-bit installer and a standalone ZIP.checked 11 Oct 2026
- Windows support
- The homepage says Milton supports Windows 7 and later.checked 11 Oct 2026
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