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You don’t have to use a third-party background-removing tool anymore, as the Microsoft Paint app on Windows can remove a background with just a single click. Similarly, in Paint 3D, you’re able to use the Magic select feature to remove the background of an image.
In this article, we show you how to use Microsoft Paint or Paint 3D to remove a background from an image.
Update Microsoft Paint or Paint 3D App From the Microsoft Store
The Remove background feature in MS Paint was part of theWindows 11 Moment 4 update. To get started, make sure you have the latest Windows 11 updates installed. To do this, go toSettings > Windows Updateand chooseCheck for updates. You should also updateMicrosoft PaintandPaint 3Dfrom the Microsoft Store to receive new features.
After the update is installed, launch any of the apps, and you’ll see theRemove backgroundor theMagic selectoption in the respective apps' toolbar. Using them is straightforward, as you’re able to see below.
How to Remove the Background of an Image Using Microsoft Paint
Thebackground removal toolin the standard Paint app is powered by AI. you’re able to import any images onto your Paint canvas and click the Remove background feature to clean up the background with a single click.
To remove an image background using the Paint app:
As with most AI tools, the remove background feature is not perfect, but more often than not, it does a decent enough job.
How to Remove the Background of an Image Using Paint 3D
You can use theMagic selectfeature in Paint 3D to remove the background of an image. While the process is not as straightforward as the Paint app, it offers greater control and multiple creative options.
To remove the background of an image using Paint 3D:
The AI-powered Paint and Paint 3D app in Windows 11 may not produce perfect results. Especially if the image has a busy background. However, both do a nice job and produce consistent backgrounds. They also save you from the hassle of owning and using a more sophisticated image editing tool for quick edits.
