Lena Rivera
Cutting out an image in Paint is a simple process that can be achieved through a few different methods. One way is by using the Background Removal tool, which allows you to mark the areas you want to keep and remove with a drawing pencil. Another method is through the Cutout Lab, which enables you to isolate image areas and preserve edge details like hair or blurred edges. Additionally, Paint 3D offers the ability to crop images and switch between portrait and landscape formats. With these tools, you can easily cut out images and prepare them for further editing or use in other applications.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Software | Paint 3D, Corel Photo-Paint, Microsoft Office |
| Image Format | RGB, CMYK, grayscale, paletted, Lab, vector graphic files |
| Tools | Drawing pencil, Eraser tool, Add detail tool, Remove detail tool, Crop, Mark Areas to Keep, Mark Areas to Remove, Keep Changes, Highlight, Fill |
| Process | Select image, choose Mark Areas to Keep or Mark Areas to Remove, use drawing pencil to mark areas, select Keep Changes, preview cutout, touch up cutout, save image |
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What You'll Learn
Using the Cutout Lab
The Cutout Lab is a feature in Corel PHOTO-PAINT that allows you to cut out image areas from the surrounding background, helping you to isolate image areas and preserve edge details. It is essentially a plug-in application that has been integrated into Corel PHOTO-PAINT.
To use the Cutout Lab, first, launch Corel PHOTO-PAINT and open your digital photo. Then, go to Image > Cutout Lab. This will open the Cutout Lab dialog box, where you can start editing your image. The Cutout Lab includes the Add Detail and Remove Detail tools, which help refine the cutout area. You can preview your cutout against the original image, or with transparent, white, grey, or black backgrounds.
The Cutout Lab also includes zooming and panning tools, which are featured on the left side of the interface, above the preview window. You can tweak the edges of the cutout area and use the Undo and Redo buttons to correct any mistakes. Additionally, you can set options for some of the tools in the Cutout Lab, such as customising the thickness of the highlight by changing the nib size of the Highlighter tool.
The Cutout Lab supports RGB, CMYK, grayscale, paletted, and Lab images. When working with grayscale, paletted, and Lab images, they will be automatically converted to RGB or CMYK, which may result in a slight colour shift.
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Highlighting edges and adding a fill
Edge highlighting is a valuable tool for adding depth and definition to your models. It is a painting technique commonly used in miniature painting to add definition and depth to a model's edges. The technique involves painting a thin line of a lighter colour along the raised edges of a model to create the illusion of light reflecting off those edges.
There are several different techniques for edge highlighting, including drybrushing, layering, and stippling. Drybrushing involves using a dry brush with a small amount of paint to create a subtle highlight along the raised edges of a model. Layering involves gradually building up layers of paint, with each successive layer becoming lighter than the previous layer. Stippling involves using a stippling brush or sponge to create a textured highlight along the edges of a model.
The size of the brush you use is important. You don't want to use one that is too large, as the highlight will bleed out, and one that is too small won't hold enough paint to run the edge. Before beginning, ensure your brush has enough paint loaded. Because you're using the edge of your brush, you want to make sure the paint is about 1/3 of your bristles. An evenly loaded brush without any excess paint is ideal.
To begin edge highlighting, choose a lighter colour than the base colour of the model. This could be a lighter shade of the same colour or a completely different colour. Place the brush on the edge at an angle and drag it lightly along the edge. It is important to run the side of your brush over the edge. The highlight should be pretty subtle. You can build it up, so it is best not to start off too strong.
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Previewing and touching up
To preview and touch up your image, follow these steps:
Firstly, select the picture that you want to remove the background from. You might need to double-click the picture to select it and open the Picture Format tab. The default background area will be coloured magenta to mark it for removal, while the foreground will retain its natural colouring.
Next, on the toolbar, go to Background Removal. Here, you can fine-tune the areas to be removed and kept. If parts of the picture that you want to keep are magenta, select 'Mark Areas to Keep', then use the free-form drawing pencil to mark the areas on the picture that you want to keep. For parts of the picture that you want to remove that are not yet magenta, select 'Mark Areas to Remove', then use the drawing pencil to mark those sections.
You can experiment with the position and size of the marquee lines to get your desired result. If you want to undo marked areas, select 'Delete Mark' and then select the line.
Once you're done, select 'Keep Changes'. The magenta areas of the image will be removed, leaving a transparent background. If you want to save the image in a separate file for later use, right-click the image and select 'Save as Picture', then save the file on your device.
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Removing the background
Next, you will want to access the 'Background Removal' or 'Cutout Lab' tool. In Microsoft Paint, this can be found under 'Picture Tools' on the 'Format' tab, in the 'Adjust' group. In Corel Photo-Paint, the Cutout Lab allows you to isolate image areas and preserve edge detail, such as hair or blurred edges.
Once you have selected the tool, you will need to indicate the areas of the image you want to keep and remove. In Microsoft Paint, the default background area will be coloured magenta to mark it for removal, while the foreground will retain its natural colouring. You can then select 'Mark Areas to Keep' and use a drawing pencil to indicate the areas you want to preserve. For the areas you want to remove, you can select 'Mark Areas to Remove' and use the pencil tool to indicate these sections. In Corel Photo-Paint, you can draw a highlight over the edges of the image area you want to keep and then apply a fill to define the inside of the area.
After you have indicated the areas to keep and remove, you can select 'Keep Changes' to finalise the process. This will remove the magenta areas, leaving a transparent background. You can then save the image as a separate file for later use.
Additionally, if you are using Paint 3D, you can crop an image by clicking 'Crop' in the toolbar and using your mouse and selection handles to highlight the part of the image you want to retain.
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Saving the image
Once you have cut out your desired image, you can save it by following these steps:
Right-click on the image and select "Save as Picture". This will allow you to save the image as a separate file on your device. Name the file and choose a location to save it, such as your desktop or a specific folder.
If you are using Microsoft Office, you can also try the following method: select the Picture Format tab of the ribbon, then choose the "Remove Background" option. If you don't see the Picture Format tab, ensure that you have selected the image by double-clicking on it. The default background area will be colored magenta to indicate that it will be removed, while the foreground will retain its original coloring.
After making any necessary adjustments, you can save the image by going to File > Save or by using the keyboard shortcut "Ctrl + S" on a PC or "Command + S" on a Mac. Choose a file format that suits your needs, such as JPEG, PNG, or GIF, and specify the desired location for the file.
Additionally, if you are using vector graphic files, such as SVG, AI, WMF, or DRW, the "Remove Background" option may not be available. In such cases, you can try saving the image by right-clicking and choosing "Save as Picture", then selecting the appropriate file format and location.
Remember to review your image before finalizing the save to ensure that all the desired elements are included and that the background has been successfully removed.
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Frequently asked questions
To cut out an image in Paint 3D, open the image file in Paint 3D. Then, use the 2D shapes function to draw a circle around the target. Use the "Magic Select" functionality to remove the background outside the circle and make it transparent.
To crop an image in Paint 3D, click "Crop" in the image's toolbar. Then, use your mouse and the selection handles to highlight the part of the image you want to crop. Hold down the Shift key while dragging a corner handle to maintain the selection's aspect ratio or check "Lock aspect ratio" in the sidebar.
After cutting out your image using the Magic Select tool, you can paste it into another image or application. You can then use Paint 3D's other tools, such as stickers and text, to edit your image further.
