To remove the background of a picture in Windows 11, use the built-in "Remove Background" feature in applications like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or other Microsoft Office applications.
Here's how:
- Insert the Picture: Open the Microsoft Office application of your choice (e.g., Word, PowerPoint). Insert the picture you want to edit into your document or slide.
- Select the Picture: Click on the picture to select it.
- Access Picture Format/Format Tab: Once the picture is selected, a "Picture Format" or "Format" tab will appear in the ribbon at the top of the window. Click on this tab.
- Find the "Remove Background" Option: Within the "Picture Format" or "Format" tab, look for the "Remove Background" button. It's usually located in the "Adjust" group.
- Mark Areas to Keep or Remove (If Necessary): When you click "Remove Background," the application will automatically try to detect the background. If the initial selection isn't perfect, you can refine it:
- Mark Areas to Keep: Click "Mark Areas to Keep" and draw on the parts of the picture that you want to remain visible.
- Mark Areas to Remove: Click "Mark Areas to Remove" and draw on the parts of the background that you want to eliminate.
- Keep Changes: Once you are satisfied with the background removal, click "Keep Changes." The background will be removed, leaving only the subject of your picture.
If you don't see the "Remove Background" option, ensure that a picture is selected. The option is only available when an image is active.
