The program that sparked our imagination and creativity

Microsoft Paint: A Tribute to Our First Digital Canvas

Why the original MS Paint holds a special place in our hearts

FoodZen Panda
Mind Talk
Published in
3 min readJan 13, 2023

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Photo by Phil Hearing on Unsplash

Microsoft Paint, also known as MS Paint or simply Paint, is a basic graphics editing program that has been included with all versions of Microsoft Windows since its introduction in 1985. Despite its simplicity, it has become a beloved and nostalgic part of many people’s early computer experiences.

When most of us think of Microsoft Paint, we probably think of doodling with the brush tool, experimenting with different colors, and creating crudely-drawn masterpieces. But for many of us, Microsoft Paint holds a special place in our hearts as one of the first programs we ever used on a computer. It was the gateway to the digital world for many of us, a tool that sparked our imagination and creativity.

When we think back to our early days with computers, we remember the excitement of discovering new things, the thrill of creating something from nothing, and the sense of accomplishment that came with saving our work to a…

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FoodZen Panda
Mind Talk

Panda that loves to write about Technology, Travel and Random Thoughts. Software Engineer by profession!!