A paint program is a software graphics program that allows the user to draw, color, or paint bitmapped images on a computer. Though most are discontinued, examples include: KolourPaint, XPaint, Deluxe Paint, MacPaint, and Microsoft Paint, which is shown in the picture.
How to open Microsoft Paint
On a computer running Microsoft Windows, press the Windows key, type Paint, and then press Enter.
What are the uses of paint programs?
The following list shows uses of Microsoft Paint.
- Image reformatting - For instance, changing a GIF to a JPEG.
- Drawing shapes.
- Resize and rotate images.
- Basic image editing such as red eye and contrast.
- Cropping images.
Bitmap, Paintbrush, Region fill, Software terms
Related information
- Microsoft paint help and support.
- What program can I use to view, edit, or create images?
