Create a PNG Image in Pixlr

Pixlr is graphics software that requires no download. With around half the power of Adobe Photoshop and the simplicity of Microsoft Paint, creating PNG images in Pixlr is fairly easy.

Steps

Create a New Image

  1. Download Pixlr by clicking on this link: http://pixlr.com/editor/.


  2. Open Pixlr Editor. After you have opened Pixlr, click "create new image".Only the Pixlr Editor has the advanced graphics editing tools. Note: The Pixlr Editor can only be accessed on a computer.
  3. Tick the checkmark "Transparent". You can play around with the size and name it.
  4. Draw whatever you want. There are many tools you can experiment with, so try them all!
  5. Save the Image. Now on the upper tabs, hover over "File" and click "Save As".

Customize an Existing Image

  1. Open an image from your computer. Click the "Open Image From Computer" button.
  2. Add a new layer.
    • First, uncheck the default layer by going over the toolbox called "Layers" and double clicking the lock.
    • Then, go to the Layer tab up top and click "Add New Layer".
  3. Use the Wand or Lasso Tool. Do this to select an area of your picture and hit delete on your keyboard.
  4. Save the image. You have now finished!



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