Isabella Flores
Microsoft Paint 3D is a free raster graphics and 3D modelling application that comes with Windows 10. Paint 3D allows users to create impressive 3D objects and scenes, as well as manipulate a vast amount of pre-made objects in the 3D library. Users can also turn 2D images into 3D models by using the 3D-doodle tools located in the 3D shapes menu. The eight small boxes surrounding the object can be used to resize and rotate the object, and the background can be changed by selecting from the 3D library. Effects can also be added to the 3D project. With Mixed Reality Viewer, 3D objects can be viewed in the user's actual surroundings through their PC camera.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Availability | Free with Windows 10 |
| Use case | Create 3D objects and scenes |
| Tools | 2D shapes, 3D shapes, Stickers, Effects, Tube brush, Sharp edge tool, Soft edge tool |
| Features | Use pre-made objects from the 3D library, Turn 2D images into 3D models, Use Mixed Reality Viewer to see 3D objects in your surroundings |
| Canvas | Transparent canvas option to blend background with surrounding colors, Resizeable, Default values are in percentage |
| Status | Deprecated in August 2024, Removed from the Microsoft Store on November 4, 2024 |
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What You'll Learn
Using the 3D shapes menu
Microsoft Paint 3D is a free raster graphics and 3D modelling application that comes with Windows 10. It is a refresh of the classic Microsoft Paint, incorporating features of the Microsoft Paint and 3D Builder applications. Paint 3D allows users to pull in a variety of shapes from the app, their personal computer, and Microsoft’s OneDrive service.
To create 3D models in Microsoft Paint 3D, you can use the 3D shapes menu. This menu can be accessed from the top of the program. It includes 3D-doodle tools such as sharp edge and soft edge tools. The sharp edge doodle adds depth to a flat object, allowing you to "pull out" 3D space from 2D space. The soft edge doodle, on the other hand, inflates 2D objects to create 3D objects, which is useful for drawing objects like clouds. The third tool, the tube brush, lets you create ribbons of 3D volume or donut-like shapes.
To start creating a 3D model, select the sharp edge tool and pick a color for the object. Draw a simple circle to begin. As you draw, your starting point will be indicated by a small blue circle. You can click and drag for freehand drawing or click once, move to a different location, and click again to create a straight line. Remember to always end back at the starting point, the blue circle, to complete the drawing.
After drawing the initial shape, you can use the tools that appear to change the shape and rotate it. You can add additional closed shapes as needed. Once you have your 3D shape, you can use the controls on the selection box to rotate the model around every axis, push it back and forth toward and away from the 2D canvas, and manipulate it as desired.
Additionally, you can explore the 3D library to search for and add other 3D models to your canvas. You can resize, position, and rotate these models to create unique compositions.
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Resizing and rotating objects
To resize and rotate objects in Microsoft Paint 3D, you can use the eight small boxes that surround the object. The four corner boxes are used for resizing, making the object larger or smaller depending on whether you drag the box in or out. The top and bottom squares affect the size vertically, while the left and right squares affect the size horizontally.
The same boxes can also be used to rotate the object. The top arrow rotates the object along the Z-axis, the right arrow rotates along the X-axis, the bottom arrow rotates along the Y-axis, and the left arrow slides the model forward and backward in space.
Additionally, to rotate images, you can grab any of the half or semi-circle icons found on the right, top, and bottom sides.
Before you begin drawing, you can also resize the canvas by changing the default values, which are set at 100% by 100%. You can also select "Percent" to change the values to pixels. The small lock icon below the values can toggle an option that locks the aspect ratio, so when locked, the two values will always be the same.
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Using the sharp edge tool
To start using the sharp edge tool in Microsoft 3D Paint, select it from the 3D shapes menu. Choose a color for your model and draw a simple circle to start. As you draw, your starting point will be marked with a small blue circle. You can click and drag for freehand drawing, or click once, move to a different location, and click again to make a straight line. To complete the drawing, always return to the blue circle at the beginning.
Once your object is finished, it will only be slightly 3D. To make further edits, you can use the tools that appear around the object when you click on it. These tools allow you to move the object back and forth against the background canvas, as well as rotate or spin it in any direction.
The sharp edge 3D doodle is perfect for objects that need to be extended. It is less suitable for creating rounded effects, where the soft edge tool is a better option. You can find the soft edge tool in the 3D shapes menu, and you use it in the same way as the sharp edge tool, ending the drawing in the same place as you started.
The eight small boxes surrounding the object are also useful for editing. You can drag these boxes to resize and reshape your object. The four corner boxes make the object larger or smaller, the top and bottom boxes flatten it, and the left and right boxes change its length.
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Using pre-made objects
Microsoft Paint 3D allows users to create their own 3D models from two-dimensional drawings or by using and manipulating a vast amount of pre-made objects in the 3D library.
To use pre-made objects, you can either import FBX and OBJ format models from other 3D software or 3MF and STL files designed for 3D printers, or you can use 3D models from Remix 3D. Remix 3D is a community where users can share and download 3D models. To use a model from Remix 3D, simply select and resize it, or copy and paste to use it multiple times. You can also use the controls to tilt, swivel and arrange your objects behind or in front of each other.
Additionally, you can use the \"Magic Select\" and \"Stickers\" features to place parts of your 2D drawing onto your 3D model. You can further refine your selection using the "Add" and "Remove" buttons.
When using pre-made objects, you can also add backgrounds and effects to your 3D project. For example, you can select a sky background and resize and position it by dragging the corners of the background to the edges of the canvas. You can also select the sun around the Light wheel and spin it around to reposition the lighting.
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Turning 2D images into 3D models
Microsoft Paint 3D is a useful tool for creating 3D models from 2D images. The process involves several steps, from setting up the canvas to using various tools for shaping and colouring. Firstly, ensure you have downloaded and installed Paint 3D on your system. Once open, select 'New' from the menu bar to create a new project.
The next step is to set up your canvas. Choose Canvas from the top of the program and decide whether to activate a transparent canvas, which blends the background with surrounding colours, avoiding a white background in the final product. Resize the canvas to your desired dimensions.
Now, import your 2D image. Go to 'Menu' and then 'Insert' to place the image onto the canvas. You can then use the Magic Select tool to place parts of your 2D drawing onto the 3D model. You can also use Stickers to select components of the 2D image and make them 'jump off the canvas'.
To convert the 2D image into a 3D model, you will need to copy parts of the image, use brush tools to paint colours and designs, rotate and position objects, and more. You can use the eight small boxes surrounding the object to resize and reshape it. The four corner boxes make the object larger or smaller, the top and bottom squares affect the size in that direction, and the left and right squares make the object longer or shorter. You can also click and drag the object to move it around the canvas.
To colour the 3D object, go to the Art tool from the menu bar. Use the eyedropper tool to identify colours from the canvas, and the fill tool to paint large areas with the selected colour. You can also use the brush tool to paint colours and designs.
Finally, use the crop tool to section off the 3D model and export it to a 3D file format.
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Frequently asked questions
First, set up your canvas. Choose Canvas from the top of the program to get started. Activate a transparent canvas so that the background blends in with the surrounding colours. Resize the canvas to your desired dimensions.
The 3D-doodle tools are located in the 3D shapes menu, accessed from the top of the program. Select the tube brush tool to create ribbons of 3D volume or donut-like shapes. Choose the sharp edge tool and a colour, then draw a simple circle to start. As you draw, your starting point will illuminate with a small blue circle. Click and drag for freehand, or click once and then click again in a different location to make a straight line.
The eight small boxes surrounding the object are useful for editing. Hold and drag one of those to see how it affects the model. The four corner boxes resize the object, the top and bottom squares affect the size in that direction, and the left and right squares change the length. If you click and drag the object itself, you can move it around the canvas in a conventional 2D manner.
Return to the 3D library and search for a background you want (e.g. Sky). Select the background object to resize and position it. Drag the corners of the background to the edges of the canvas.
