Create intricate paintings right from your device
Ms Paint
is a free-to-use
lifestyle
app that allows you to create your own works of art. It includes all of the
same features
from the
classic desktop program
of the same name, so you won’t have any trouble relearning its various tools and features.
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Similar to apps like
Procreate
, Ms Paint grants you the ability to create
digital paintings
that you can save and share with friends and family. However, compared to the former, this app has
fewer advanced features
and noticeably lacks layers that prevent you from messing up your entire painting when you make a mistake.
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Classic and familiar
Ms Paint is a
simple and direct-to-the-point
tool where users can write or draw whatever they want. Whether you’re writing down notes or creating an abstract work of art, this app features a number of tools that you can use to create your output. You have the freedom to choose from a
pencil
,
brush
, or a
spray can
—all of which you can
adjust in size
.
The app also features
shape
and
line tools
to help you create perfect shapes without having to worry about squiggly lines or uneven sides. Much like the original program, you’ll also be able to find a
palette of colors
that you can freely use to create your artwork. You don’t have to limit yourself to the default palette, though, since you can also input your own
custom color codes
.
As previously mentioned, users can save their works in a
variety of file types
, including BMP, JPEG, GIF, PNG, and TIFF. However, you should expect some image files to
take a while to save
or will be
unable to save
entirely. There are also instances where the app will
freeze
unexpectedly and will require you to forcibly close and relaunch the program to troubleshoot the issue.
Could still use some polishing
Overall, Ms Paint is a handy tool that anyone can use, whether you’re an aspiring artist or someone who simply wants a place to doodle or write down whatever they want. Although it’s not as advanced as other drawing apps, it’s still a good option for basic editing. Make sure to save your files multiple times, though, as there can be instances where your final output won’t save at all.