Microsoft Paint Archives

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January 16, 2026

Paint: Your guide to drawing software

Windows 11 includes Microsoft Paint, which is easily accessible and offers a user-friendly environment for creativity. The updated interface features a sleek layout, making tools readily available for experimentation. Paint has refined brushes and inking tools that provide a smooth, responsive drawing experience, especially with stylus use, incorporating pressure sensitivity for more authentic strokes. It also offers advanced color tools, including support for RGB, hex, and HSV color options, allowing users to maintain consistency in their projects. Users can create a mini color palette on the canvas and utilize the eyedropper tool to extract colors from references or generated images.

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December 22, 2025

Windows 11 Paint now lets you hide ‘toolbar,’ and is also getting new AI features

Microsoft Paint has introduced a feature that allows users to automatically hide the toolbar for a cleaner workspace. This toggle keeps the toolbar hidden until needed, enhancing the user experience, especially for precision tasks. Additionally, Paint is incorporating AI features under the “Windows AI Labs” program, including the “Generative Edit” tool, which allows users to modify images through text prompts. This AI model is proprietary and not based on GPT technology. Microsoft encourages user feedback on AI-generated content and notes that features in the AI Labs may not be permanent, as they have previously tested various functionalities that did not make it into the final version of Paint.

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December 5, 2025

Microsoft finally has a better looking Run dialog for Windows 11

Microsoft is redesigning the Run dialog prompt in Windows, introducing a dark mode and a modernized interface that aligns with Windows 11 aesthetics. The revamped Run dialog resembles a contemporary launcher while retaining its core functionality, allowing users to access applications via commands. Users can toggle the new design on and off in the advanced system settings of Windows 11. Although no official announcement has been made, the modern Run prompt is expected to be included in upcoming builds. Additionally, Raycast has launched on Windows, offering a launcher, clipboard manager, and shortcut system, which may prompt further refinements to the Run dialog.

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October 26, 2025

Great, now even Microsoft Paint can make AI slop

MS Paint has introduced a new feature called Restyle, currently being rolled out for Windows Insiders in Paint version 11.2509.441.0. This feature allows users to apply preset artistic styles to existing images, accessible through Paint's Copilot menu. Users can either incorporate the generated images into their Paint canvas or save them as separate files. Restyle is designed to transform images sourced from the internet, raising ethical questions about image appropriation. The feature will only be available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs.

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October 23, 2025

Microsoft Paint’s new update can turn your doodles into masterpieces

Microsoft is enhancing its Paint application by introducing the Restyle feature, which uses AI through Copilot to allow users to apply various artistic styles to their images. Users can select an image, choose a style from a curated list, and generate a transformed version of their artwork. To access this feature, users must be part of the Windows Insider program, have a device with a Copilot+ Snapdragon chip, and be signed in with a Microsoft account. The feature is currently available for eligible users.

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October 12, 2025

As Windows 10 hits EOL, Microsoft says it’s designing Windows 11 for AI

Microsoft has introduced a new design blueprint for Windows 11 that focuses on AI integration, as outlined by Windows Design Director Diego Baca. The company aims to create a user-friendly experience, learning from past mistakes with Windows 8. Windows 11 will see gradual design changes that enhance user experience without shocking users with a complete overhaul. Key design principles include "Intentional innovation," "Craft + scalable systems," "Tailored for all," and "Secure, trustworthy, and compliant by design." Microsoft plans to maintain a stable core design while incorporating AI features, such as contextual menus and personalized experiences based on user activities. The Fluent design system will be emphasized, with updates to classic applications like Microsoft Paint and Notepad. Security is a priority, with measures embedded early in development to ensure AI functionalities are safe. Speculation about Windows 12 suggests it may further integrate context-aware features and diverse interaction methods, while retaining the design principles established in Windows 11.

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September 23, 2025

“Pilot Acceleration Program”: Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT) Slips as Microsoft Rolls Out New AI Testbed

Microsoft has launched the Windows AI Labs program to accelerate the development of AI features, first noted in updates to Microsoft Paint. The program aims to validate AI feature ideas through customer feedback on usability and market fit. Some versions of Paint now include prompts for accessing Windows AI Labs, while others do not. Speculated AI functionalities may include Photoshop-like tools or an image generator. Additionally, Microsoft is investing heavily in indie game developers, with investments reaching an all-time high in 2025. Analysts have given Microsoft a Strong Buy consensus rating, with 34 Buy ratings and one Hold, and the average price target for MSFT is .78 per share, indicating a potential upside of 22.76%.

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September 23, 2025

Microsoft Launches Windows AI Labs for Experimental AI Features

Microsoft has launched Windows AI Labs, allowing a select group of Windows 11 users early access to experimental AI features in applications like Microsoft Paint. The program is a pilot effort that enables participants to test unreleased AI capabilities, such as advanced image editing options. Eligibility is based on hardware requirements, specifically devices with neural processing units (NPUs). The initiative aims to gather user feedback while minimizing risks associated with a full public beta. Concerns regarding data privacy and access limitations for users with high-end hardware have been raised. Future expansions may include integration with Microsoft's Copilot stack and features like real-time language translation and predictive text in Office tools.

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September 23, 2025

Microsoft launches Windows AI Labs for testing experimental AI features – The Times of India

Microsoft has launched Windows AI Labs, a pilot program that provides select users with early access to experimental AI features in Windows applications, starting with Microsoft Paint. The program aims to gather rapid feedback on feature usability and market fit. Participants will receive a notification in Paint to join the beta testing program, although the backend system is not fully operational yet. Users will be informed that the features are in preview stages and may not meet usual quality standards. The initiative aligns with Microsoft's strategy to enhance Paint and other Windows applications with AI functionalities.

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September 23, 2025

Microsoft’s Windows AI Lab is a new way to test experimental features

Microsoft Paint is the first application to receive experimental AI features under the Windows AI Labs program, which aims to explore innovative AI capabilities within Windows. The program is designed to validate new AI feature concepts through customer feedback on usability, interest, and market fit. While specific AI features for Paint are not disclosed, the application has been enhanced with features similar to Photoshop, such as transparency, layers, and .paint project file saving. Microsoft is also integrating AI-powered features across other Windows applications, including Notepad and File Explorer.