Microsoft's AI Invasion: Notepad and Paint Get Smarter

Ever thought Notepad and Paint could become AI powerhouses? Well, Microsoft is making it happen! Despite some hiccups with Copilot+, the tech giant is rolling out AI tools for these classic apps. Notepad is getting a "Rewrite" option, which uses generative AI to spruce up your text. Just select your words, right-click, and choose "Rewrite. " You'll get three versions to pick from. Want more? Customize settings and retry. This AI magic is first available to Insiders in the US, France, UK, Italy, and Germany. Microsoft 365 users in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand can also join the fun with AI credits. Paint isn't left behind. It's now equipped with AI tools for quick edits. Generative fill and erase tools let you add or remove stuff from images in a snap. Plus, Cocreator is now faster at generating images. So, whether you're fixing text or tweaking pictures, Microsoft's got your back with these new AI tricks!