Usually, leaving Autofill background enabled is the better choice. Without automatic filling, the object will be replaced with the background color (or a transparent background). With Autofill background enabled, Paint 3D will intelligently fill the background if you delete, move, or alter an object magically selected.Īutofill works similar to object removal tools in image editing software, filling in the background with surrounding pixel values so it blends in as perfectly as possible. How to Use Magic Select in Paint 3D: FAQ What does “Autofill background” do? Should I use it? Related: How to crop, and how to crop circles in Paint 3D.

Click Done in the siedebar when you are happy with your selection.

Draw over the part you want to remove from the magic selection. Make sure Remove is highlighted under Refine your cutout.Ģ.

To remove parts that magic select included but that are not part of the object you want to select:ġ.

Tip: You can draw a line, but also highlight the part or draw slightly inside its outline. Draw over the part you want to add to the selection. Make sure Add is highlighted under Refine your cutout in the sidebar.Ģ.

To add parts that magic select has not included:ġ.

Tip: You can also expand the Paint 3D sidebar permanently. Note: If you do not see Choose an area to cut out, click the magic select icon in the sidebar.

Click Next under Choose an area to cut out in the sidebar.

Tip: Make sure the entire object is inside the selection.

Use the selection handles to draw a rough, rectangular outline around the object you want to select.

To select an object in an image quickly using the Paint 3D Magic select tool:

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