Windows 10: Windows 11 MS Paint- how can I ALWAYS use inches?

Yes, I can go into file-> Image Properties and change it to be inches. But the next time I go into Paint, I see pixels again. If I go back to Image Properties, it is STILL set to inches! If I click on OK, I am back to inches! Why did the program bother saving what I wanted the last time if it isn't going to LOOK at it again?!

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Is there a way to choose a size in inches for 3D paint?

Hi Alex1545! My name is David. I am a user of Microsoft products like you, and it is a pleasure to greet you.

I understand your preference for using inches instead of pixels; however, in Microsoft's Paint 3D, there isn't a direct way to define the canvas size in inches.

You can approach this problem by considering the resolution (DPI) at which you intend to print. Here's how you can go about this:

Many printers print at 300 DPI by default. However, you may want to check your printer's specifications or settings to confirm.

Then you could calculate Pixel Dimensions:

For example; At 300 DPI, an 8.5" x 11" image would be:

* Width: 8.5 inches x 300 DPI = 2550 pixels

* Height: 11 inches x 300 DPI = 3300 pixels

When you're ready to print, ensure that you're printing at the desired DPI (in most cases, 300 DPI) to maintain the dimensions you've set.

If you still wish for Microsoft Paint 3D to have this feature, you can submit this suggestion from the application by following these steps:

Go to Menu -> Learning and Feedback -> Send Feedback.

Compose your suggestion, and in the category, select "Suggestion." This helps Microsoft improve its products for both you and other users.

Let me know if the shared information has been helpful. Regards.

 

MS Paint not working

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



We understand the concern as you are unable to use Microsoft Paint on your PC. In order to get clarity and to assist you accordingly, please reply with the answers to the questions below:

• What is the Version and Build of Windows 10 installed on the PC? (Type
  winver in Windows search/Run command)
  
• Are you aware of any changes on the PC prior to this issue?

In this scenario, we would suggest you to check if you are able to launch Microsoft Paint from System32 folder.

1. Press Windows + E key to open
   File/Windows Explorer
   
2. Navigate to C:\Windows\System32
   
3. Double click on mspaint.exe
   
4. If you are able to launch then Pin to Taskbar and
   create a shortcut.

If the issue persists then try these steps.



Step 1: Run DISM & SFC scan

We would also suggest you to run the DISM & SFC Scan tool to check if you are able to launch MS Paint, refer this article:
System File Checker.



Step 2: Reinstall Microsoft Paint app.

1. Press Windows + I key to open
   Settings.
   
2. Click on Apps and select
   Apps & features from left pane.
   
3. Click on Optional features and select
   Microsoft Paint from the list.
   
4. Click on Uninstall. Close
   Settings and restart the PC.
   
5. Now perform step 1 and 2.
   
6. Click on Optional features and click
   Add a feature.
   
7. Check the box beside Microsoft Paint and click on
   Install.

Let us know the results. If the issue persists, we will certainly assist you further.



Aditya Roy

Microsoft Community – Moderator

 

MS Paint

Hi Tawm,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

We would be glad to help you with the issue you are facing today. I understand the difficulty with the problem.

Method: 1

I suggest you to follow the below steps.

• Press windows key on the keyboard.
• Type “Paint” & select the paint icon & hit enter.

Method: 2

• Press windows + R.
• Type “MSpaint” hit enter.

Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.

Thank you.