How to Use Scratch Jr's Paint Editor on Desktop

ScratchJr is a block-based programming language designed for young children, and it has a desktop version that allows you to create and edit projects. The Paint Editor in ScratchJr is used to design the visual elements of your project, such as backgrounds, characters, and objects. Here's how to use the Paint Editor on desktop:

Opening the Paint Editor

1. Launch ScratchJr on your desktop computer.
2. Click on the "Paint" tab at the top of the screen. This will open the Paint Editor.

Basic Tools

The Paint Editor has several basic tools that you can use to create and edit visual elements:

1. Brush: The Brush tool is used to draw shapes, lines, and curves. You can choose from different brush sizes and styles.
2. Bucket Fill: The Bucket Fill tool fills a selected area with a chosen color or pattern.
3. Line Tool: The Line Tool draws straight lines.
4. Shape Tool: The Shape Tool allows you to draw shapes like squares, triangles, and circles.

Using the Paint Editor

To use the Paint Editor:

1. Select a brush size and style using the drop-down menus at the top of the screen.
2. Choose a color from the palette or create your own custom color by clicking on the "Color" menu.
3. Use the Brush tool to draw shapes, lines, and curves on the canvas.
4. To fill a selected area with a chosen color or pattern, use the Bucket Fill tool.
5. To draw straight lines, use the Line Tool.
6. To draw shapes like squares, triangles, and circles, use the Shape Tool.

Saving Your Work

To save your work in the Paint Editor:

1. Click on the "Save" button at the top of the screen.
2. Choose a location to save your project file (e.g., Desktop or Documents folder).
3. Name your project file (e.g., "MyPainting").

Tips and Tricks:

• You can zoom in and out of the canvas by using the mouse wheel or the "+" and "-" buttons at the top of the screen.
• To undo changes, use the "Undo" button or press Ctrl+Z (Windows) or Command+Z (Mac).
• To redo changes, use the "Redo" button or press Ctrl+Y (Windows) or Command+Y (Mac).

By following these steps and using the Paint Editor's basic tools, you can create beautiful and engaging visual elements for your ScratchJr projects!