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How to install Paint.NET with the .NET Framework in Windows

Paint.NET is a free photo editor for Windows. The program is developed from Microsoft's .NET Framework platform and features advanced tools such as layer support and dozens of effects and brushes. The application can even replace Photoshop with various tasks.

Check out the next step, how to install Paint.NET on your PC. The procedure was done on a computer running Windows 10, which already comes with the .NET Framework from the factory - know how to turn it on. In previous versions of the system it may be necessary to install the tool separately.

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Learn how to install Paint.NET on your computer

Step 1. Access the Paint.NET download page at and click "Download". The file, in ZIP format, will be saved in the downloads folder of your PC;

Download Paint.NET to your computer

Step 2. Open the downloaded file and double click on the installer of the program;

Run the Paint.NET program installer

Step 3. On the initial installation screen, click "Next." If you want to change the folder in which the program will be installed, you must choose the "Custom" option;

Paint.NET Setup Wizard

Step 4. Next, agree to the terms of the agreement and proceed again. Then, wait until Paint.NET is installed on your PC;

Accept the terms of the agreement to install Paint.NET

Step 5. When finished, click "Finish" to close the Paint.NET installation wizard.

Finish the Paint.NET program installation

Ready. Enjoy Paint.NET as an alternative to edit photos on your PC, without needing Photoshop.

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