Secret Features of MS Paint in Windows
Microsoft Paint, available on Windows 10 and 11, offers hidden features like custom brushes, etch-a-sketch mode, adjustable brush sizes, and dual-color functionality, enhancing its drawing capabilities beyond basic expectations.
MAIN POINTS FROM TRANSCRIPT
- Create a custom brush by holding Shift and dragging a selected item.
- Use arrow keys for drawing in etch-a-sketch mode by holding Space.
- Override maximum brush size with Control and Numpad Plus/Minus keys.
- Dual-color mode allows left/right clicks for different colors and eraser tool color replacement.
TAKEAWAYS
- Custom brushes can be made by holding Shift while dragging.
- Etch-a-sketch mode uses arrow keys for precise line drawing.
- Brush size can exceed defaults using keyboard shortcuts.
- Dual-color functionality enhances drawing flexibility with left/right clicks.