# Compact Precise Sketching Tools The Horizon Helvetica Ruler is an All-In-One Drawing Tool By Amy Duong | Published 2022-10-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-helvetica References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/420831/Swiss-Army-Knife-For-Artists-Designers-Packs-Drawing-Precision-Into-One-Card/) & [horizonruler](https://www.horizonruler.com/?utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI)  London-based design imprint Horizon introduces its new and impressive Horizon Helvetica drawing tool that highlights an all-in-one function. It is described to be the "[Swiss Army](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn) knife of sketching tools" and is designed to help draw perfect lines and circles. It blends together the functions of a ruler, T-square, straightedges, stencils, compass, isometric grid, and a protractor into a compact shape that is singular and slim. It is made from [stainless steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinwa) to ensure that it boasts durability. Notably, it measures out to be the size of a credit card, making it simple to carry around in a card older. It is made for the contemporary designer and also has measurements included for pixels and picas. Image Credit: Horizon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Compact Sketching Tools:** Opportunity to develop more compact and multifunctional design tools for artists and design professionals. - **All-in-one Drawing Tools:** Opportunity to create more versatile and multi-purpose drawing tools that combine multiple functions into a single device. - **Pixel and Pica Measurements:** Opportunity to integrate digital units of measurement into traditional design tools to better serve modern designers. ### Where This Applies - **Art Supplies:** The art supplies industry can innovate by creating more versatile, portable, and efficient tools for artists and designers. - **Stationery:** The stationery industry can explore the concept of all-in-one writing and drawing tools to appeal to consumers who value convenience and functionality. - **Graphic Design:** The graphic design industry can benefit from the integration of digital and traditional design tools, making it more efficient and effective to create graphic designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Geometric Dynamic Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexagonal-ruler.md) - [Haute Hybrid Designer Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotio-compass-and-ruler.md) - [Multifunctional Angular Desktop Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexagonal-ruler-set.md) - [Curvaceous Analog Designer Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rulerc-concept.md) - [Premium Measuring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-measure-collection.md) - [Hybrid Angled Stationary Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/25-ruler.md) - [Digital Design Desktop Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neoruler.md) - [Titanium EDC Rolling Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiroler-20.md) - [Refill-Friendly Ruler Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combined-ruler-and-pen.md)