If you miss the simplicity of the original Microsoft Paint before it was replaced by more complex versions like Paint 3D, you can still restore the classic experience on Windows 10. While Microsoft deprecated the older version in favor of newer apps, it often remains hidden on your system or can be easily re-enabled through a few different methods.
If the app is installed but searching for "Paint" keeps opening the newer "modern" version, you can force Windows to use the classic bootstrap through the Registry Editor. Press Win + R , type , and press Enter. install classic paint windows 10
and MajorGeeks provide trusted versions of the "Classic Paint for Windows 10" installer. If you miss the simplicity of the original
Here is how you can install or restore classic Paint on your Windows 10 PC. Press Win + R , type , and press Enter