Keeping Tool Bar Always Visible In Ms Paint

The Microsoft Paint toolbar, also known as the 'Home' bar, has been a source of frustration for some users, as it tends to disappear after every click. This issue has been discussed on forums like Reddit and Windows 11 Forum, where users have sought solutions to keep the toolbar visible. While some workarounds have been suggested, such as resetting Paint 3D settings or disabling Compact View, it appears that the issue may persist in certain versions of Windows.

Reset Paint 3D in Settings

Resetting Paint 3D in Settings is a common solution suggested for Windows 10 users facing issues with the Paint 3D app. Some of the issues faced by users include the app not working, crashing, or not saving files.

• Open the Settings app by pressing the Windows logo + I keys or by any other method.
• Click on the "Apps" category.
• Under "Apps", select "Apps & features".
• On the right side of the "Apps & features" pane, scroll down to find the Paint 3D app and click on it to expand.
• Click on the "Uninstall" button to remove the app completely from your PC.
• After uninstalling, you can reinstall Paint 3D by visiting the Microsoft Store or the official Paint 3D website.

It is important to note that some users have reported that resetting Paint 3D in settings has resulted in the deletion of their Paint 3D files. It is recommended to back up your files before proceeding with the reset.

By following these steps, you can quickly troubleshoot and resolve common problems with Paint 3D and continue enjoying its benefits.

Disable Compact View

If you are using Paint 3D, you can reset the app by going to Settings > Apps > Apps & Features > Paint 3D > Advanced Options. This should bring back the side toolbar.

Additionally, you can open the Paint 3D settings and ensure that Compact View is disabled. Enabling Compact View collapses the sidebar.

If you are using MS Paint, there is a known issue with the 'Home' bar disappearing after every click. Unfortunately, I could not find a solution to this problem.

Customise the Quick Access toolbar

The Quick Access Toolbar in Microsoft Paint can be customised to add or remove icons. For instance, in Windows 10, users can replace the "Save" button with "Save As" to avoid overwriting an image file. The Quick Access Toolbar can be moved between two possible locations, and buttons can be added or removed.

To show or hide the Quick Access Toolbar, select the appropriate option in the menu. The default location is above the ribbon, on the title bar, but it can be moved below the ribbon. To do this, select 'Customise Quick Access Toolbar' and then 'Show Below the Ribbon' in the list. The location commands can also be set by selecting 'File', 'Options', 'Quick Access Toolbar', and then 'Toolbar Position'.

If the Quick Access Toolbar is set below the ribbon, you can choose to show or hide the command labels. The toolbar must be set below the ribbon to access this option. It is important to note that the Quick Access Toolbar can only display commands, not the contents of most lists, indent and spacing values, or individual styles.

Additionally, the size of the buttons on the Quick Access Toolbar cannot be increased directly. The only way to make the buttons larger is to lower the screen resolution.

Use the Keyboard chord to open the dropdown menu

To open the dropdown menu in Microsoft Paint, you can use the keyboard shortcut Shift + F10. This shortcut will open the current shortcut menu or context menu.

Microsoft Paint has several keyboard shortcuts that can be used to perform various actions quickly. For example, Ctrl + N will create a new picture, F11 will view a picture in full-screen mode, F12 will save the picture as a new file, and Ctrl + A will select the entire picture. These shortcuts can be useful when you want to work more efficiently without relying solely on the mouse for navigation.

Additionally, you can also use the keyboard to open the Ribbon, which is the set of toolbars located at the top of the Paint window. To expand or collapse the Ribbon, use the shortcut Ctrl + F1. This can be handy when you need to access the tools and options available in the Ribbon without having to click on the dropdown menu or toolbar buttons.

It's worth noting that in some Microsoft apps, including Paint, pressing the Alt or F10 keys will display the available keyboard shortcuts. This can be helpful when you want to explore other shortcuts beyond just opening the dropdown menu. By utilising these keyboard shortcuts, you can streamline your workflow and navigate through Microsoft Paint more efficiently.

Use the Mouse Wheel to alter the Tool Bar

The Tool Bar in Paint.NET can be altered by hovering your mouse over the control and using the mouse wheel. This method of altering the toolbar is in addition to the use of the "Keyboard chord" and the \"Tools Window".

The mouse wheel can be used to scroll through the vertical list of possible tools in the toolbar. This list appears when you click on the toolbar's drop-down menu. The left mouse button can be used to zoom in on the canvas, while the right mouse button zooms out.

The mouse wheel can also be used to scroll the image vertically at any time. This is a separate function from the zoom function, which is controlled by the left and right mouse buttons.

It is worth noting that the zoom levels are predefined and not customizable. The same is true for the pixel grid, which is not visible below 200% magnification.

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