In MS Paint, the color picker tool allows you to easily select a color that is already present in your drawing.
What is the Color Picker Tool?
The Color Picker tool, also known as the Eyedropper tool, is a handy feature in MS Paint. As the reference states, you can select a color from one part of the drawing. This means you don't have to guess the color or find it manually in the color palettes. You can simply sample an existing color directly from your canvas.
How to Use the Color Picker Step-by-Step
Using the Color Picker in MS Paint is a straightforward process. Follow these simple steps:
- Locate the Tool: Find the Color Picker tool icon in the "Tools" group on the "Home" tab of the MS Paint ribbon. It typically looks like an eyedropper.
- Select the Tool: Click on the Color Picker icon to activate it.
- Click on the Desired Color: Move your mouse cursor over the specific color in your drawing that you want to select. Click your mouse button on that color.
- Color is Selected: The color you clicked on will automatically become your active "Color 1" (Foreground Color).
| Action | Result |
|---|---|
| Click Color Picker | Activates the tool (cursor changes) |
| Click on a color | Sets that color as the active Color 1 |
Practical Uses
The Color Picker is essential for tasks such as:
- Matching colors perfectly when adding details to an existing area.
- Continuing a drawing with a specific shade you used earlier.
- Getting the exact color of an imported image within Paint.
Once you have selected a color using the picker, you can immediately use other tools like the Paint Bucket (Fill with color), Brush, Pencil, or Shapes to draw or fill with that newly selected color.
This feature saves time and ensures consistency in your artwork by letting you select a color from one part of the drawing, as mentioned in the reference.
