To use images in Microsoft Paint, you can insert them from a file or paste them from another application. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Inserting Images from a File
- Open Microsoft Paint: Launch the Paint application on your computer.
- Select "Insert": In the top toolbar, click "Insert" then "Picture" then "From File."
- Browse and Select: Navigate to the folder containing your image file (e.g., JPEG, PNG, GIF). Select the image and click "Insert." The image will be added to your Paint canvas. You can then resize or reposition it using your mouse. As noted in one source, pressing Ctrl+O will also open a file selection dialog to open an image.[^1] Another source confirms using the "Open" function to import a JPEG.[^2]
Pasting Images
- Copy Image: Copy the image from its source (e.g., another program, a website).
- Paste into Paint: Open Microsoft Paint and press Ctrl+V to paste the image. It will appear in the top-left corner.[^3]
- Adjust Position: Use your mouse to drag and reposition the image as needed.
Important Considerations
- Microsoft Paint's Limitations: Note that Paint doesn't offer advanced image editing features. You can't directly layer images in a sophisticated way (like using layers in Photoshop). One source notes that Paint does not have an "Import" function in the menu.[^4] Overlaying images requires pasting one on top of another and adjusting manually. [^5]
- Image Formats: Paint supports various image formats, including JPEG, PNG, and GIF.
[^1]: How to Insert a JPEG Image in Microsoft Paint
[^2]: How to Insert a JPEG Image in Microsoft Paint
[^3]: Paste a another picture in to paint - Microsoft Community
[^4]: Import option in Paint (to put two pictures side by side) has ...
[^5]: How To Put One Image On Top Of Another Image in Microsoft Paint
