Can’t use sketchbook app unless connected to the internet

[Anonymous]

I am currently /trying/ to use the iPad version of the sketchbook app but am not connected to the internet as I often draw/paint while travelling. When I open the app the screen shows an empty WiFi symbol an a message saying no network connection. This would be fine if I had literally any way of dismissing the message. Unfortunately there is no earthy way to do this and trust me, I’ve tried.
I am aware that the latest update allows anyone to access the full version as long as they have an autodesk account but I purchased the full package a year or two ago so it makes no sense to me that I should be forced to log in every time I want to paint. Particularly as without internet I /can’t/ log in. An easy solution to this would to be allow people to pay to access the full version offline or give us a way to dismiss the bloody no internet notification.
As a general rule I appreciate companies that make it easier for more people to access the best version of their products but this update definitely needed thinking through before release to the general public. I sincerely hope this issue is fixed in the near future as I can’t say I’ve found a better app for drawing (that I can afford) and don’t want to jump ship if something can be done.

[david.lau]

Are you on an iOS or Android device?

Can you confirm that right after you login to SketchBook, can you use 'Airplane Mode" and see if SketchBook will run?

[Anonymous]

Agree with this postcompletely. I have had an Autodesk subscription for 2 years. I am military deployed, finding wifi to log on is a struggle. I am currently on a work computer posting this and cant bring devices in to work. To not have an offline mode for a product I paid $100 for is ****ing ridiculous.

[Anonymous]

Still waiting for a fix to the log in problem.

It's a nice product and I'd much rather pay for the app with money rather than you tracking everything I do.

Please let me know if you decide to change your policy.

In the mean time, I'm actively seeking another product.

Good bye.

[david.lau]

We have just updated SketchBook with a new login feature.  Please download the latest version here:

Windows 10 Store

https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/p/autodesk-sketchbook/9nblggh4vzw5?rtc=1&activetab=pivot:overviewtab

iOS

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/autodesk-sketchbook/id883738213?mt=8

Android

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adsk.sketchbook

[Anonymous]

I agree with the issue of having to log in. I used to be a paid subscriber and now this log in feature is limiting my access to the software. I travel a lot and have limited to no internet access in most areas. This is a huge limiting factor for a drawing program.
I'm also looking for an alternative. I don't have an iPad, but I'm now looking into purchasing one just so I can use Procreate.

Sketchbook is a great program. It's a shame these types of limitation are limiting it's access to users. I would much rather pay for the software again so I can use it when I want to.