How to Remove Image Background with “Paint” in Windows 11

Technology is constantly evolving, and innovation continues to be an important part of our journey towards a more sophisticated digital world. One of the recent changes that have stolen the spotlight is the addition of a background removal tool in Microsoft’s “Paint”, one of the most used programs by Windows users.

 “Paint” is an image editing application that has been around since Windows 1.0. Although it’s famous as a simple drawing tool, “Paint” also has some powerful features that can help you improve your photos.

One of the new features added in Windows 11 is the ability to remove image backgrounds easily and quickly. This feature is especially useful if you want to isolate a specific object from an image or make the image transparent for other projects.

In this article, Bardimin will explain how to remove the background of an image with “Paint” in Windows 11 and give some tips to get the best results.

Steps to Remove Image Background with “Paint”

To remove image backgrounds with “Paint”, you need to have the latest Windows 11 Insider build that already includes this feature. Then follow these steps:

1. Open the “Paint” application by typing “Paint” in the Start menu or Windows search bar. You can also find it in the Windows Accessories folder in the Start menu.
2. Click the “Open” button in the upper left corner of the “Paint” window, and select the image you want to edit from your computer. You can choose any image, whether it’s a solid or complex background.
3. Click the “Background Removal” button on the top toolbar. This button is shaped like scissors on a white and blue background. If you don’t see this button, make sure you’re using the latest version of “Paint” in Windows 11.
4. Wait a few seconds for “Paint” to analyze your image and mark the areas you want to erase with a magenta color. Unmarked areas are the main objects you want to preserve.
5. If you are satisfied with the result, click on the “Done” button in the upper right corner of the “Paint” window. If not, you can adjust the area you want to delete or keep by using the “Add” or “Remove” tool under the “Background Removal” button. The tool “Add” is shaped like a pencil with a plus sign, and the tool “Remove” is shaped like a pencil with a minus sign. You can draw a line or shape over the area you want to add or subtract, and “Paint” will change the color of that area according to your choice.
6. When you’re done editing, save your image in a format that supports transparency, such as PNG or GIF. To do so, click on the “Menu” button in the upper left corner of the “Paint” window, then select “Save as” and select the desired format. Name your file and select a save location, then click the “Save” button.

Selection tool “Paint”

Paint has several selection tools that you can use to improve the results of background removal. Here are some of the most commonly used tools:

• Rectangular selection tool: This tool allows you to select a rectangular area from an image.
• Ellipse selection tool: This tool allows you to select an elliptical-shaped area from the image.
• Free selection tool: This tool allows you to select a free-form area of the image.

To use the selection tool, click the tool you want to use, and then drag your cursor around the area you want to select.

Tips and Tricks to Remove Image Background with “Paint”

Although the background removal feature in “Paint” is quite smart and accurate, there are a few things you can do to improve the quality of the result. Here are some tips and tricks you can try:

• Choose an image that has a good contrast between the main object and its background. This will make it easier for “Paint” to detect the areas you want to delete or retain.
• Zoom in or out your image as needed. This will help you see details more clearly and edit hard-to-reach areas.
• Use the tool “Add” or “Remove” carefully and thoroughly. Don’t add too much or subtract areas, as this could deform the main object or leave unwanted background trails.
• If any part of the main object is missing or cut off after removing the background, you can use the “Select” tool to select that part and copy it to the appropriate place. The “Select” tool is shaped like a white box with a blue line, and you can use it to highlight the area you want to select. After that, right-click and select “Copy”, then right-click again in the desired place and select “Paste”.
• If you want to remove the background of an image that is a solid color, such as white or black, you can use the “Magic Select” tool found in “Paint 3D”. “Paint 3D” is a more advanced image editing application that is also available in Windows 11. You can open your image in “Paint 3D” by clicking the “Menu” button in the upper left corner of the “Paint” window, then selecting “Edit with Paint 3D”. After that, click on the “Canvas” tab and enable the option “Transparent canvas”. Then, click the “Magic select” button on the top toolbar, and follow the instructions that appear on the screen. You can read the full guide on how to remove image backgrounds with “Paint 3D” here.

Conclusion

Removing the background of an image with “Paint” is one of the new features offered by Windows 11. This feature allows you to isolate specific objects from images, or make images transparent for use in other projects. You only need a few simple steps to remove the background of an image with “Paint”, and you can also customize the result using the “Add” or “Remove” tool.

If you want to remove the background of a solid-colored image, you can use the “Magic Select” tool found in “Paint 3D”. With this feature, you can make your images more attractive and professional. Hope this article will be useful for you.