This tutorial will show you how to use the Generative Erase tool in the Microsoft Paint app in Windows 11.
The Paint app included in Windows 11 is a simple and powerful graphics editor with a range of uses. You can edit images quickly or create masterpieces with the tools in this app. Once you’re done, you’ll be able to save and share your files in almost any format.
Starting with Paint app version 11.2410.28.0 for Windows Insiders in the Canary, Dev, Beta, and RP channels on Windows 11, Microsoft is introducing generative fill, a powerful new creation tool designed to help you make your artistic process more fun and intuitive. With generative fill, you can make edits and additions with just a few words while maintaining the existing art style of your project. Whether you’re a seasoned artist looking to add intricate details or a hobbyist experimenting with new ideas, generative fill helps you fine-tune your digital art, with just enough AI to assist you in realizing your creative vision while remaining in full control of the output.
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New AI experiences for Paint and Notepad begin rolling out to Windows Insiders
UPDATED 11/14: The below Paint and Notepad updates are beginning to rollout to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. Please note that generative fill in Paint is ONLY available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs
blogs.windows.com
Contents
- Option One: Use Generative Erase with Eraser Tool in Paint app
- Option Two: Use Generative Erase with Selection Tools in Paint app
EXAMPLE: Paint app open with generative erase active
1 Open the Paint app.
2 Open the image you want to use Generative Erase on in the Paint app.
3 Click/tap on the Eraser tool on the toolbar, and click/tap on the Generative erase button under the eraser size slider. (see screenshot below)
4 Adjust the eraser brush slider up (larger) or down (smaller) to the size you want. (see screenshot below step 5).
5 Draw over the area(s) on the image you want to remove. (see screenshot below)
You can click/tap on the Add area to erase (+) button to select more areas to remove.
You can click/tap on the Reduce area to erase (-) button to reduce any selected areas to remove.
6 Click/tap on Apply when ready to remove the selected area(s) from the image. (see screenshot below)
7 When finished editing the image, you can save it. (see screenshot below)
1 Open the Paint app.
2 Open the image you want to use Generative Erase on in the Paint app.
3 Click/tap on the Select tool on the toolbar, and click/tap on the Rectangle or Free-form selection tool you want to use. (see screenshot below)
4 Select the area on the image you want to remove, and click/tap on the Generative erase button. (see screenshot below)
5 When finished editing the image, you can save it. (see screenshot below)
That's it,
Shawn Brink
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