Microsoft has released a brand new Paint app for Windows 11 testers in the Dev channel, just in front of the operating system's official launch next week.

The redesign Paint app is actually an interface update of the rather familiar app, so if you used it before, you should definitely feel like home when running the Windows 11 version too.

There's a new redesigned toolbar, rounded corners, or even a dark mode (though this one isn't available at this time), all in an effort to bring the Paint app in line with the visual refresh that went reside in Windows 11 as well.

"The most prominent change to Paint may be the newly simplified toolbar with updated icon designs, a rounded color scheme, along with a new set of drop-down menus for tools such as brushes, stroke size, and flip/rotate controls," Microsoft explains.

"Beyond updated icons and dropdown menus, we've included a new text tool that you should try. To access the tool, click the "A" icon present in the toolbar."

More features on the way

Microsoft says case the start of the Paint refresh, as the company intends to bring many more features to the app within the coming updates. Of course, there's no ETA available right now, and it'll be interesting to ascertain if the company has lots of time to bring the brand new Paint to any or all Windows 11 users before the production launch starts on October 5.

"Look out for future updates to the Paint app where we intend to address your feedback with improvements including dark theme, a centered canvas, and updated dialogs that have not yet been updated with the app's new design," the firm says.

Windows 11 goes love the first devices , however, you can check out the new Paint today by downloading the latest Dev build within the Insider program.