Microsoft adds creative AI tools to Paint and smarter writing features to Notepad for a more modern Windows 11 experience.
Microsoft is refreshing two of its most familiar Windows apps, Paint and Notepad, with new AI-driven features and usability upgrades in Windows 11. The updates are currently being rolled out to users enrolled in the Windows Insider programme, giving them early access before a wider public release.
In Paint, the standout addition is an AI-powered colouring book feature. Users can simply type a description, such as an animal, object or scene, and Paint will generate a clean outline that can be coloured digitally or printed. The tool is aimed at making creativity more accessible, especially for children, casual users and educators. It is available through the Copilot menu and works on Copilot+ PCs with a Microsoft account.
Paint has also become more precise with the introduction of a fill tolerance control. This allows users to decide how much area the Fill tool should cover, making it easier to colour detailed images accurately or experiment with artistic effects.
Notepad, traditionally known for plain text editing, is also seeing meaningful improvements. Microsoft has expanded Markdown support, adding features like strikethrough text and nested lists. These options can be used through shortcuts, a toolbar or Markdown syntax, helping users format content quickly without switching to heavier applications.
In addition, Notepad’s AI writing tools, including Write, Rewrite and Summarise, now respond faster by showing text as it is being generated. Microsoft says these updates reflect its effort to modernise core Windows apps while keeping them simple and lightweight. The features are expected to reach all Windows 11 users in the coming weeks through app updates.
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