Windows 10: Paint classic?

Discus and support Paint classic? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hi can anyone help me with downloading the classic ms paint? I'm a beginner when it comes to computers Any help is appreciated Thanks Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by CTB, Dec 2, 2025 at 3:02 AM.

  1. CTB
    CTB Win User

    Paint classic?


    Hi can anyone help me with downloading the classic ms paint?

    I'm a beginner when it comes to computers

    Any help is appreciated

    Thanks
     

  2. Set Classic Paint as the Default in Win 11

    Hi John, my name is Neil and I'm a Windows 11 user like you.

    I'll be happy to try and help you with this.

    I think the easiest way to set it as the default App would be to locate any .BMP file (you can do .JPEG files after this) on your computer and then right click it.

    Hover your mouse pointer over "Open with".

    And then click on "Choose another app" (please ignore Classic Paint if it is in the list already).

    See if you can locate Classic Paint in the list of Apps here. Do not click on it yet. Scroll down the Apps and click on "More apps" if necessary.

    If you can see Classic Paint, first check the box at the bottom that says "Always use this app to open .BMP files".

    Once this box has been checked, you can now click on the Classic Paint App.

    From this point on, when clicking on any .BMP file it will always open under Classic Paint.

    You can now do the same process for .JPEG files by following the same instructions as above.

    If Classic Paint is not in the list of apps for you to click on, you will need to follow the same instructions as above up until AFTER you have checked the box at the bottom that says "Always use this app to open .BMP files", after checking the box, you will need scroll down the list of apps, click on "More apps" and then click on "Look for another app on this PC".

    This will open a Explorer Window where you can locate the Classic Paint App .exe.

    Now, the Classic Paint app could normally be found in: C:\Windows\System32\mspaint.exe

    So navigate to this location and then click on "Paint.exe".

    This will set Classic Paint as the default app for .BMP files. Follow the same instructions for .JPEG's if necessary.

    Please do let me know how you get on or if you have any further questions.

    Kindest regards,

    Neil
     
  3. Paulo GM Win User
    Installing Classic Paint onto Windows 11

    Hi, I am Paulo and I'd like to help.

    You may still be able to install it by following the steps from this link.

    https://winaero.com/windows-10-classic-paint-fo...

    (Disclaimer: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before downloading and installing it.)
     
  4. JohnTCI Win User

    Paint classic?

    Have installed Classic Paint in Win 11 and would like to set it as default.

    Have installed Classic Paint in Win 11 and would like to set it as default.

    It appears in the list of Programs & Features in Control Panel and in Settings/Apps & Features, but not in the list to be able to set as default apps.

    It would probably help to find out where it has installed but various searches have failed to find it.

    As I have also changed the "right click" drop down menu back to that in Win 10, it would also be great to have it appear in the drop down list for "open with".

    Any suggestions would be highly appreciated.

    Profuse thanks in advance.
     
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