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Paint app update adding support for layers and transparency begins
rolling out to Windows Insiders

Written By

  * Dave Grochocki

published September 18, 2023

Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are beginning to roll out an update for the Paint app to
Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels (version 11.2308.18.0
or higher). With this update, we are introducing support for layers
and transparency!

You can now add, remove, and manage layers on the canvas to create
richer and more complex digital art. With layers, you can stack
shapes, text, and other image elements on top of each other. To get
started, click on the new Layers button in the toolbar, which will
open a panel on the side of the canvas. This is where you can add new
layers to the canvas. Try changing the order of layers in this panel
to see how the order of stacked image elements on the canvas changes.
You can also show or hide and duplicate individual layers or merge
layers together.

Paint composition of a cat utilizing multiple layers.Paint
composition of a cat utilizing multiple layers.

We are adding support for transparency as well, including the ability
to open and save transparent PNGs! When working with a single layer,
you will notice a checkerboard pattern on the canvas indicating the
portions of the image that are transparent. Erasing any content from
the canvas now truly erases the content instead of painting the area
white. When working with multiple layers, if you erase content on one
layer, you will reveal the content in layers underneath.

Short animation showing the background getting removed in Paint.Short
animation showing the background getting removed in Paint.

When you combine layers, transparency, and other tools in Paint, you
can create exciting new images and artwork! For example, when
combined with the new background removal feature, you can quickly
create interesting layered compositions.

FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps >
Paint.

[PLEASE NOTE: We are beginning to roll these experiences out, so they
may not be available to all Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels
just yet as we plan to monitor feedback and see how it lands before
pushing it out to everyone.]

We love getting feedback from the community and are looking forward
to your feedback on these updates!

Thanks,
Dave Grochocki, Principal Product Manager Lead - Windows Inbox Apps

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