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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

How to Use Cocreator AI in Microsoft Paint for Windows 11

Have you ever wondered how to transform your digital artistry with the power of AI?

Or perhaps you’re curious about the latest features in Microsoft Paint for Windows 11?

Here's a Cool Tip. Use the New Cocreator AI feature in Paint for Windows 11.

Cocreator is a new feature in Microsoft Paint for Windows 11 that allows you to generate images from text descriptions using AI.

It’s powered by a powerful AI model called DALL-E.

It’s also a great tool for generating initial ideas or drafts that can be further refined manually.

Here’s how you to use it:

Open Microsoft Paint.
Select the Cocreator icon on the toolbar to see the Cocreator side panel.

fig. 1 - Microsoft Paint Cocreator Sidebar

In the text box, enter a description of the image you want to create. For example, you can type “a blue cat with a red hat” or “a landscape with mountains and a lake”. Be descriptive as possible to generate results matching your expectations.

In my example, I used "view of the Grand Canyon from the south rim at sunset"

After you enter the text, choose a style in which you want to create your image and then select the Create button.

In my example, I selected "Watercolor".

Cocreator will generate three different variants of the image you requested, you can click on any of the variants to apply that image to Paint canvas and start creating.

fig. 2 - Microsoft Paint Cocreator example

Select the image you want to use.
Edit and save your image.

fig. 3 - Paint - Grand Canyon South Rim at Sunset

Please note that to use Cocreator, you need to sign in with your Microsoft account.

Cocreator is rolling out to users and it may not be available to you now.

Cocreator uses a cloud-based service that requires authentication and authorization.

Signing in with your Microsoft account also allows you to access your credits, which are needed to generate images with DALL-E.

Each time you generate an image, you spend one credit.

You will receive 50 credits to create images when you join Cocreator.

Enjoy!

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Sunday, November 5, 2023

How to Use Layers in Microsoft Paint

Have you ever wished for a simple tool that could help you create complex designs?

Have you ever wanted to experiment with layers without having to navigate the intricacies of professional software like Photoshop?

Here's a Cool Tip. Check out the new layers feature in Microsoft Paint for Windows 11.

Microsoft has recently introduced a layers feature in its Paint application for Windows 11.

This feature, typically found in more complex software like Photoshop and Gimp, allows users to stack multiple images, text, and graphics on top of each other, which can then be manipulated individually1.

Here's how to do it.

Open Paint on Windows 11.
Click the Layers button in the command bar.

fig. 1 - Microsoft Paint Layers

Click the Plus (+) button (Ctrl + Shift + N) to create a new layer.
Insert an image or create a shape with the tools available in Paint.
Drag the layers to change their order and bring a layer forward or backward.
Right-click the layer and choose the “Delete layer” option to remove it from the file.
Right-click the layer from the right pane and choose the “Duplicate layer” to create another instance of the same element.
Right-click the layer and select the “Hide layer” to work on another layer.
Right-click the layer and choose the “Merge down” option to combine the layer with the layer immediately below it.

fig. 2 - Microsoft Windows 11 Paint Options

Each layer can have it's own paint object(s).
For example, in this example, each layer has its own object: background, Person and Text.

fig. 3 - Microsoft Paint - Each Layer Has Its Own Object

Click the Save button.

fig. 4 - Microsoft Paint with Layers Example

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Saturday, September 9, 2023

How to Enable Dark Mode in Microsoft Paint

Do you find yourself squinting at your screen at night while using Microsoft Paint?

If so, you're not alone.

The light-colored interface can be harsh on the eyes, especially in low-light conditions.

Here's a Cool Tip: Set MS Paint to the New Dark Mode in Windows 11

This Cool Tip makes Paint easier on your eyes inverting the colors of the interface, making it much easier to see in the dark.

fig. 1 - How to Enable Dark Mode in Microsoft Paint

Here's how to do it:

Ensure you have the latest version of Paint from the Microsoft App Store.

The version that supports dark mode is 11.2304.17.02 or greater.
If you need the newer version, go to the Start Menu, and search for the Microsoft Store App.

Open Paint.
Click on the Settings gear icon in the top-right corner.
Select App theme.
Choose Dark.
Select the back arrow to return to the home screen.

Cool Tip:

You can also enable dark mode for all of your Windows apps, including Windows 10, by going to Settings > Personalization > Colors and selecting Dark under Choose your mode.

That's it!

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