2024-08-13 16:46:21
Paint was an integral part of Windows, then came its successor Paint 3D. But Microsoft now wants to discontinue this program as well.
Convert an image, change its size or quickly draw something: If you want to be creative on Windows, you can use the painting program Paint 3D. The application can be downloaded for free from the Microsoft Store. For now. Because the company now wants to discontinue Paint 3D.
“Paint 3D will no longer be available in the Microsoft Store and will no longer receive updates as of November 4, 2024,” is displayed in an info box in the program. The X user “Phantomofearth” discovered the note and shared it on the network.
Paint 3D was introduced in 2017 as the successor to the popular Paint program. Paint was previously included with Windows for 32 years and was an integral part of the operating system. The successor, Paint 3D, contains the functions of its predecessor and can also create 3D content.
Users who have already installed Paint 3D should be able to continue using the program, but updates will not be available.
Alternatively, there are programs that are also available free of charge. Here are three of them:
Originally started as a student project and alternative to Paint, Paint.NET now has many more functions. It saves files in its own PDN format, but also supports the common formats Bitmap, GIF, JPG, PNG or TIF.
Gimp is suitable for users who want to do more than just crop and reformat their images. Started as a study project, the software is now available for Windows, Linux and Mac. Gimp is free and offers numerous options for editing photos or creating graphics and logos. It can be expanded to include more functions using additional modules.
If you want to get deeper into 3D editing, you should take a look at Blender. The program is an open source software for 3D modeling and texturing of bodies. It is suitable for both beginners and professional artists. Another advantage: There are many instructions for the program on the Internet and a large community that offers support if you have problems.