By default knitCompanion allows you to repeat your piece. When you get to the last row and tap the one-tap marker, it returns you to the first row of the piece to begin the next repeat. It keeps track of: the number of times you have repeated the piece. the total rows knit for the piece. To view your progress on a piece, long tap the one-tap marker. You can set a limit to … Continue reading →
Smart Counters provide a way to keep track of repeats and additional instructions, such as shaping, while you are knitting from written or charted instructions. To use Smart Counters, the piece must have a one-tap marker. If your fabric is simple such as garter or stockinette it may not have a one-tap marker. In this case Linked Counters are a better fit. Smart Counters are best for patterns where the fabric pattern rows are written … Continue reading →
Reminders are additional information you would like to appear as you move your one tap marker. They can be used for anything, including the option to see the written and charted instructions for each row at the same time. Add Reminders You can add reminders to any piece, written or charted, that has a one-tap marker. Tap Setup. Select the piece at the top to which you would like to add reminders. Tap the Reminder … Continue reading →
When you setup your chart, it is important to ensure the grid from your setup matches the grid of the chart. The purpose is to ensure all chart tools (one tap marker, magic markers, voice control, reminders, etc) are optimal. To make the setup streamlined and easy, use intelligent chart recognition. For detailed instructions on setting up a chart and intelligent chart recognition, watch the video above. Bad Grid CheckThe grid lines do NOT match … Continue reading →
Magic Markers can recognize color. This means you can find sts based on color and shades of gray when you tap the wand. Handle Color and Greyscale Stitches If your chart is a colorwork or grayscale chart, Magic Markers can see the color differences. You can make the magic wand sensitive to color, greyscale, or to even ignore color by using the BW / Color / Gray options. B/W: If you leave the wand … Continue reading →
Magic Markers work with any chart that has a one tap row marker, even paper scans. Knitting with the one tap row marker. Where can I find Magic Markers There are two types of Magic Markers: Magic Markers and Custom Markers Magic Markers With Magic Markers you select a sample of the stitch, tap the wand, and the system finds all the matching stitches. Tap Edit. Tap Magic Markers. Tap the Blue+ and select … Continue reading →
Magic Markers are used on charts that have a one-tap marker. How to tell if a chart piece has a one-tap marker: Tap Knit. Select the page with the chart. Your selected piece must be a chart. The One-Tap Marker is on the right. If the chart does not have a one-tap marker, see below. https://www.knitcompanion.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/smart-counter-waist-shaping.jpg Knitting with the One-Tap Marker There are two ways to add a one-tap marker to a chart: Use … Continue reading →
With Magic Markers you can find, color, and count the stitches in your chart. No need to hunt for all the k2tog stitches. Instead, select a sample stitch, tap the wand, and Magic Marker finds the rest. Color Code Stitches. Want your ssk blue and your k2tog green? Or, would you like to make all 2×2 left cables blue and 2×2 right cables red? Magic Markers can do this! Count Stitches. Are there long stretches … Continue reading →
You can change the order of your pieces, keys or templates. Tap Setup. Long tap on a piece at the top and drag it to a new spot.
Continue reading →You can rename any piece, key, or template. Tap Setup. Tap Pieces, Keys, or Templates. Select the Piece, Key, or Template you want to rename. Tap in the Name field, and enter a new name.
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