How to Remove the Background in a Photo Using a Free Windows 10 App

TLDRLearn how to easily remove the background from a photo using a free app that comes pre-installed with Windows 10. This allows you to use the cutout image in various applications or save it with a transparent background.

Key insights

🔍The Paint 3D app in Windows 10 allows you to remove the background from a photo with simple steps.

🖥️Once the background is removed, you can use the cutout image in various applications, such as Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

✂️The Magic Select tool in Paint 3D helps you select and remove the background accurately.

🖌️You can manually fine-tune the selection by adding or removing parts of the image.

💾After removing the background, you can save the cutout image in different file formats, including PNG with transparent background.

Q&A

Is Paint 3D available on Windows 7 and 8?

No, Paint 3D is only available on Windows 10. However, you can upgrade to Windows 10 for free if you are currently using Windows 7 or 8.

Can I resize or reposition the cutout image in Paint 3D?

Yes, you can resize or reposition the cutout image within Paint 3D before using it in other applications or saving it.

Can I remove unwanted parts of the image that Paint 3D selected?

Yes, you can manually add or remove parts of the selected image to ensure accurate background removal.

Can I use the transparent background image in other design or editing software?

Yes, the cutout image with a transparent background can be used in various design or editing software that supports transparent images, such as Photoshop or Canva.

Is there a limit to the image size that Paint 3D can handle?

Paint 3D can handle images of various sizes, but for optimal performance, it is recommended to resize large images before removing the background.

Timestamped Summary

00:00In this video, Kevin demonstrates how to remove the background from a photo using a free app in Windows 10.

01:10Kevin opens the Paint 3D app, which comes pre-installed with Windows 10, to start removing the background.

02:00He uses the Magic Select tool in Paint 3D to accurately select and remove the background from the photo.

06:00Kevin shows how to manually fine-tune the selection by adding or removing parts of the image.

08:00After removing the background, he demonstrates how to use the cutout image in various applications like Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

09:23Kevin recommends using Paint.net for saving the cutout image with a transparent background without any unnecessary space.