We draw pictures in our drawing book.
How to draw the same pictures on a computer.For that we have to learn about the different tools of paint and their uses.
How to draw the same pictures on a computer.For that we have to learn about the different tools of paint and their uses.
What is paint?
paint is a program on the computer .It is just like our drawing book.
paint is a program on the computer .It is just like our drawing book.
STEPS TO START PAINT
To start paint follow these steps.
- click on the start button.
- Go to All programs.
- Go to Accessories.
- click on paint
Different parts of the window
- paint window
- Quick Access Toolbar
- Ribbon
- Drawing area
Working with tools
The ribbon in Paint includes a handy collection of drawing tools. You can use these tools to create freehand drawings and add a variety of shapes to your pictures.
How to draw straight lines?
- In the Shapes group, click the Line tool
- In the Colors group, click Color 1, and then click the color you want to use.
- click and drag the mouse to draw a line in the drawing area.
- Release the mouse button gently.
How to draw different types of shapes?
shapes like rectangle,rounded rectangle,oval and so on.
shapes like rectangle,rounded rectangle,oval and so on.
- In the Shapes group, click the rectangle tool
- In the Colors group, click Color 1, and then click the color you want to use.
- Move the mouse pointer to the drawing area keeping the left mouse pressed.
NOTE: In the same manner you can draw different shapes by selecting different types of tools respectively.
If you want to draw a circle,select the oval tool.Move the mouse pointer to the drawing area.Press the shift button.Keeping it pressed move the mouse pointer in the drawing area.Make the circle as big as you want.
If you want to draw a circle,select the oval tool.Move the mouse pointer to the drawing area.Press the shift button.Keeping it pressed move the mouse pointer in the drawing area.Make the circle as big as you want.
How to fill different shapes with color tool?
- click on the fill with color tool in the tools group.
- In the Colors group, click Color 1, click a color, and then click inside the area to fill it.
- The shape will be filled with the color you have chosen.
How to save your picture?
When you save a new picture for the first time, you'll need to give it a file name.
When you save a new picture for the first time, you'll need to give it a file name.
- Click the Paint button and then click save.
- In the Save as type box, select the file format you want.
- In the File name box, type a name, and then click Save.
Note: If you want to erase something,select the eraser
tool in the tools group.keeping the left mouse button pressed,drag the mouse pointer over the area you want to erase.