modeler UI

Subject: Tactile UI Concept: Drag-and-Drop Button Layouts for Digital Art

Hi! I’m a visual artist who loves working with physical materials, but struggles with most digital art UIs — especially in 3D sculpting apps. I’m not alone in this.

What I wish existed: A modular interface where I can drag and drop floating buttons and sliders around the canvas — like I would place tools around my physical desk. Each button could be assigned a function or shortcut, with visual/tactile cues (size, shape, maybe texture icons) to help memory and muscle coordination.

This kind of setup would:

Reduce mental load for neurodiverse users

Mimic the intuitive, spatial way traditional artists work

Eliminate the need for expensive external hotkey pads

This isn’t about reinventing the wheel — just letting us rearrange the tools on it. so get brave and do it !