Adding Transparency to Images in Paint 3D: A Step-by-Step Guide

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If you're looking for an easy way to create transparent PNG images using Microsoft's free graphics editor, Paint 3D is the tool for the job. In this article, we'll walk through a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this impressive effect.

Prerequisites:

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Before diving into the tutorial proper, make sure you have Paint 3d installed on your computer and that it has been updated to the latest version (version 1809 or later).

Step 1: Opening Paint 3D

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To begin with, launch Paint 3D from Start > All Apps. If you can't find it there, try searching for 'Paint' in the Windows search bar.

Step 2: Creating a New Image

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Once inside Paint 3D, click on the File menu and select 'New'. In the new window that appears, choose an image type of PNG under 'Save as type', then click OK. A blank canvas should now be visible.

Step 3: Adding Transparency to Your Layer

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To add transparency to your layer in Paint 3D:

1\. Click on Home > Layers > New Group (Ctrl + Shift + L) and name the new group, for example, 'Layer'.

2\. Drag-and-drop any image or shape onto this layer.

Step 4: Using Transparency Tools

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In order to make an object transparent in Paint 3D:

1\. Select your desired object by clicking on it with the mouse.

2\. Go back to Home > Adjustments and select 'Saturation' from the drop-down menu. Move the slider all the way left until you see a black-and-white image.

Step 5: Saving Your Transparent PNG

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To save your transparent PNG:

1\. Click File > Save As (or press Ctrl + Shift + S) to open up another window.

2\. In 'Save as type', select PNG under Image and click OK. Give it whatever name you like, but make sure the file extension is .png.

Tips & Variations

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- You can also use this method for creating transparent backgrounds on images using other image editing software such as GIMP or even Adobe Photoshop.

- Remember that not all browsers support PNG transparency - so if your final output needs to be compatible across different platforms, consider saving the file in another format like GIF instead!

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And there you have it! With these simple steps and a little bit of patience (and possibly some trial-and-error), anyone should now know how to make background transparent paint 3d.

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