Pencil tool shift key straight lines (and for tangent line)

I’m trying the same, looks like it’s not possible for now

Hi I would like to make a suggestion for a slight improvement to the pencil tool. I do quite a bit of sketching for UX storyboards, but find it difficult to use Figma for it, mostly because I cant get a straight line for quick sketches. I use Adobe Photoshop currently, as i’m able to click the shift button and it allows a straight line within 2 points on the canvas. If this simple feature could be added to Figma i’d really appreciate it, as i eventually bring the work into Figma.

Anyone else having similar issues?

I want to vote for adding the functionality of holding shift to draw straight diagonal lines. I tutor and not having this function (which Jam Board had) is problematic multiple times per session.

Yes-I need straight diagonal lines as well. I would use it multiple times per session when tutoring.

Hi everyone, thank you for sharing your feedback on the Pencil tool. I completely understand how being able to create tangent straight lines with the Pencil tool could be helpful.

I’ve updated the topic to ‘Share an Idea’ so you can upvote it. This helps us prioritize updates based on user needs and allows other community members to share their feedback and votes as well. Thank you!

The pencil tool with Shift key for straight lines is super handy in design apps. Just like the best kids sensory toys, it adds control and precision where it’s most needed!