How Do I Change the Color of Text in Paint.NET?

To change the color of text you are typing or have just typed in Paint.NET, the primary method is linked to the Primary color setting in the Colors Window.

Changing Text Color in Paint.NET

Here's how you can easily modify the color of your text:

1. Select the Text Tool: Make sure you have the Text Tool selected from the Tools window (usually looks like a capital 'T').
2. Access the Colors Window: Locate the Colors window, typically positioned in the lower-left corner of the Paint.NET interface.
3. Change the Primary Color: Inside the Colors window, click on the Primary color swatch. This will open the Color Picker dialog.
4. Choose Your Desired Color: Use the Color Picker to select the new color you want for your text. You can use the hue ring, saturation/value square, or input specific RGB/Hex values. Click OK when you're done.
5. Apply to Text: Any new text you type will now appear in the selected Primary color. If you are actively typing, the color will update as soon as you change the Primary color.

As noted in the reference, while typing, you might see a pulsing four-way arrow icon near the text cursor. This is an indicator related to manipulating the text box itself, but the crucial element for changing the color is the Primary color setting in the Colors Window.

Quick Steps Summary

• Use the Text Tool.
• Go to the Colors Window.
• Click and change the Primary color.
• Type or continue typing your text.

By simply changing the Primary color before or while using the Text tool, you directly control the text's appearance.