Microsoft Paint is getting its own Photoshop-like project files

"You'll soon be able to save your Paint creations as a project file, much like a Photoshop Document (PSD). The Paint project files are currently being tested with Windows Insiders in the Dev and Canary Channels. "You can now save your creation as an editable Paint project file and seamlessly pick up where you left off," explains Dave Grochocki, principal product manager lead for Microsoft's Windows inbox apps."

"Finally, Microsoft is also adding AI-powered write, summarization, and rewrite as a free feature inside Notepad for Copilot Plus PC users. You won't need a Microsoft 365 subscription to use this, but Grochocki says you can "seamlessly switch between local and cloud models based on your needs." Microsoft is using the local models on Copilot Plus PCs to power this Notepad feature."

Windows 11 Paint can now save creations as editable project files with a .paint extension that store layers and allow reopening to continue editing. Project files are being tested in the Dev and Canary Insider channels. Pencil and brush tools gain opacity sliders accessible from the left side of the canvas to adjust transparency. The Snipping Tool receives a quick markup toolbar with highlighter, pen, eraser, and easy re-crop functionality for annotating screenshots. Notepad on Copilot Plus PCs receives free AI-powered write, summarization, and rewrite features using local models without requiring a Microsoft 365 subscription.

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