How to create free AI images with Microsoft Designer

One of the most fun things you can use artificial intelligence for is image generation. You simply write descriptive text and then the AI ​​service creates the desired image. No special commands are required, for example you simply enter your text in plain text A cat is playing chess or A blue wallpaper for Windows 11. If you are not satisfied with the result, simply add more details.

You can then download the created image and use it as you wish. Copyright applies only to material created by humans, not machines. One of the pioneers of AI images is Open AI’s Dall-E service. It is the same company behind the chatbot Chat GPT and you can access both services in one place. However, a more convenient way to create images is to use the Microsoft Designer service.

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What is Microsoft Designer?

Microsoft has built Dall-E into a more graphically appealing shell in which you can not only create new images. You can also edit existing images, such as deleting distracting objects or removing the background so that only the subject remains. You can also change the character of your image to make it look like a cartoon, a classic piece of art, or something else.

Microsoft Designer can also create Facebook updates, invitations, restaurant menus, and more that mix images, text, and graphics. Again, just enter a description of what you want to create.

Is Designer available in multiple locations?

Designer’s tools are also integrated with several Microsoft services, so you can access them by, for example, clicking the Copilot icon on the far right of your Edge browser.

How do I start my computer?

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To use Microsoft Designer on your computer, go to designers.microsoft.com and click register in the top right corner. If you don’t have a Microsoft account, click Create one. To run Designer, you must sign in with a Microsoft account.

What about the app?

If you want to use your mobile phone or tablet, open it the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS) and search for Microsoft Designer. Install the app, open it and log in. You must also accept Microsoft’s Terms of Service. The designer app looks different than the website, but the concept is the same.

Does it cost money?

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The free Microsoft Designer account has limitations that are removed when you upgrade to Copilot Pro. It costs $255 per month and gives you more features across all Microsoft AI services. For example, with Designer you get 100 boosters per day instead of 15 like in the free version. A booster is the “payment” you use when you create and download AI images. To upgrade to Copilot Pro, click on the profile picture in the top right corner and select Account Information And Settings.

Can I edit images?

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Microsoft Designer can create new images and edit your existing ones. To do the latter, tap Edit with AI and choose what you want to do, e.g Remove background (give the image a white background), Generative deletion (remove individual information), or Edit image (Give the image a new character). Make your selection and choose Upload from this device to select the desired image. Make the edit and select Download to save.

In our example you can see the bow of a boat and by selecting it we can remove it and replace it with water.

How do I design?

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Microsoft Designer can also design invitations, brochures, social media images, and more. To do this, click on Design from the ground upchoose what you want to do and follow the instructions. Of course, what they look like and what you can do depends on what you choose. When you’re done, select Download. For example, how about creating a stylish menu or menu board using the designer layout tool?

This is how designers work

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1. Get started

Click here to return to the designer homepage.

Bring up a menu of the service’s tools.

3. Your works

Everything you created in the designer can be found here.

4. Quick Search

Search for the tool you want to use.

5. Create

Click the blue Create button and choose what you want to do in the designer.

6. Settings and Preferences

Open your account and make further settings for the service.

7. Generate

Let the designer use AI to create new images.

8. Edit

Use the service to complete images.

9. Design

Create a brochure or other document.

10. Shortcuts

Quickly start common tasks from here.

11. Examples

Here you can see images of what Designer can create. Rest your mouse to see the text prompt you are using.