Elena Rossi
Paint 3D is a simple photo editing software that comes pre-installed on Windows computers. It allows users to crop images, adjust resolutions, and create montages. While it does not have the advanced features of Adobe Photoshop, it is a good option for basic photo editing. One feature that Paint 3D offers is the ability to cut around an image. This can be done using the Magic Select tool, which allows users to select an object in a photo and cut it out. The cut-out image can then be pasted into another image or application. Paint 3D also offers the ability to circle crop an image, which can be useful for cropping round logos or objects.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Software | Paint 3D |
| Function | Circle cropping an image |
| Steps | 1. Open the image file in Paint 3D. 2. Use the 2D shapes function to draw a circle around the target. 3. Use "Magic Select" to remove the background outside the circle. 4. Adjust the edges of the circle as needed. 5. Use the "Crop" tool to highlight the desired portion of the image. 6. Hold down the Shift key while dragging a corner handle to maintain the aspect ratio. 7. Click "Done" under "Crop" in the sidebar. |
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What You'll Learn
Using the Magic Select tool
Paint 3D's Magic Select tool is a simple, free tool that allows you to select and cut out objects from photos. It is similar to Adobe's Magic Wand and Magnetic Lasso tools, which detect edges by looking for sharp differences in colour and lighting.
To use the Magic Select tool, open your image in Paint 3D and ensure that your photo fills the screen. You can use the zoom tool adjustment slider to do this. Then, select Magic Select from the toolbar. This will allow you to select the object you want to cut out.
Once you have made your selection, you can drag the object off the canvas into the 3D virtual space next to it. From here, you can cut and paste your selection into a new image or application.
The Magic Select tool works best with simple, well-lit objects and photos with clear distinctions between objects. It may struggle with more complex images or scenes. Additionally, it is important to note that Paint 3D can only run one file at a time and does not support multiple instances.
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Cropping non-rectangular shapes
Although it is not possible to directly crop non-rectangular shapes in Paint 3D, you can crop a circle with the following steps:
Firstly, launch Paint 3D and open the image you want to crop by going to Menu > Open. Then, select a circle from the 2D shapes option at the top of the screen. Using your mouse, draw a circle around the area you want to crop. For a perfect circle, hold down the Shift key while dragging your mouse. After drawing the circle, adjust the parameters: ensure Fill is set to None, Line type is Solid, and Line type color is white. Increase the circle's thickness to around 100px.
Next, click on "Crop" in the toolbar, and crop the circle in a square shape. Adjust the crop selection so that it touches the inner edges of the circle. Click "Done" in the right sidebar to crop. To remove the background from the edges of the circle, click on the Brushes icon, select the eraser, and erase the extra parts by dragging the mouse over the outer areas. You can adjust the size of the eraser using the Thickness slider.
If you want to make the background transparent, use the Magic Select tool of Paint 3D. You may also need to use the Add or Remove buttons to refine the circle shape. Select the Canvas icon and enable Transparent Canvas to remove most of the white background. Finally, save your cropped image in your preferred file format.
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Adjusting image size
To adjust the size of an image in Paint 3D, you can use the "Resize and skew" option. Here are the steps you can follow:
- Open the Paint 3D app on your PC and open the desired image in the app.
- Click on the "Menu" button, usually located in the top-left corner.
- Select "Image" as the file format and choose a location to save the file.
- Go to the Image menu in the top left, and select "Resize and skew."
- A "Resize and skew" box will open, where you can adjust the image size by percentage or pixel. You can also maintain the aspect ratio by checking the "Lock aspect ratio" box.
- Once you've made your adjustments, click "OK" to set the resolution.
- Save your changes by either using the Ctrl+S hotkey or going to File > "Save as."
It's important to note that when resizing, the width and height are connected by a set ratio. If you change one value, the other will automatically adjust to maintain the ratio. So, keep an eye on both values to ensure they stay within your desired range.
Additionally, if you simply want to reduce the file size without changing the image dimensions, you can open the image in Paint 3D and save a copy of the file as a JPEG. This will automatically reduce the file size.
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Keyboard shortcuts
If you do not see the full Paint 3D sidebar, you can press Enter as a keyboard shortcut to click the Crop icon in the minimized sidebar.
To cut out an object from an image, you can use the Magic Select tool to easily select any part of the image. Once you have made your selection, press Ctrl + X to cut it. You can then paste the cut object into another image or application.
When cropping an image, you can hold down the Shift key while dragging a corner handle to maintain the aspect ratio of your selection. Alternatively, you can check the "Lock aspect ratio" option in the sidebar.
While there is no direct way to crop non-rectangular shapes, it is possible to crop a circle with some adjustments.
Additionally, you can use keyboard shortcuts in Paint 3D to bring up the eyedropper, increase brush size, zoom, and undo actions.
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Moving cut-out images
To move cut-out images in Paint 3D, you must first select the object you want to cut or remove from the picture. You can do this by using the 'Select' tool in the toolbar. Once you have made your selection, press 'Ctrl X' to cut the object. You can then paste the cut object into another image or application.
If you want to crop your image to a specific size, you can select a common image format under 'Choose your framing'. You can also check the size of your selection in pixels using the sidebar. If you want to switch from portrait to landscape format, or vice versa, select your desired format, switch the framing to 'Custom', and manually switch the values under 'Width' and 'Height'.
To maintain the aspect ratio of your image, hold down the 'Shift' key while dragging a corner handle. Alternatively, you can check 'Lock aspect ratio' in the sidebar.
It is worth noting that Paint 3D does not support directly cropping non-rectangular shapes. However, it is possible to crop a circle with "a bit of trickery".
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Frequently asked questions
To cut around an image, open the image file in Paint 3D and use the 2D shapes function to draw a circle around the target. Make sure the Fill is set to None and the Line type is solid. Then, use the Magic Select function to remove the background outside the circle.
Hold down the Shift key while dragging a corner handle to maintain the aspect ratio. Alternatively, you can check the Lock aspect ratio option in the sidebar.
While you cannot directly crop non-rectangular shapes, it is possible to crop a circle with a bit of trickery.
Ensure that Select is enabled in the toolbar, then click on the object you want to cut. Press Ctrl X to cut the object, and then you can paste it into another image or application.
The developers have anticipated this scenario and built in the ability to Add and Remove sections to refine the cutout. Mark out the areas that need to be refined, and the software will adjust accordingly.
