Microsoft Designer: Discover the possibilities of AI-assisted design

Welcome to your guide on Microsoft Designer, an innovative tool that allows you to create creative designs with the help of artificial intelligence. In this tutorial, you will learn what Microsoft Designer has to offer, how to use it, and what steps are required to create impressive visual content. Whether you are working on social media, presentations, or other creative projects, Microsoft Designer is a versatile tool that can make your work easier.

Main Insights

• Microsoft Designer requires an existing Microsoft account.
• The tool is currently only available in English, which should be noted when entering prompts.
• It offers numerous functions like "Create with AI," "Edit with AI," and "Design from Scratch" to create appealing designs.

Step-by-Step Guide

To start with Microsoft Designer, follow these simple steps.

First Step: Sign Up and Get Access

First, you need a Microsoft account. Most people may already have an Outlook or Hotmail account or have an Office 365 package. If you don't have an account yet, you can create one by visiting the Microsoft website.

Once you have your account, open a search engine and enter "Microsoft Designer." You should reach the homepage that offers you various design options.

Second Step: Explore the User Interface

The user interface of Microsoft Designer is similar to other design tools like Canva. Here you will find various options to orchestrate your design. Microsoft Designer essentially has three main areas: "Create with AI," "Edit with AI," and "Design from Scratch." These areas are key to your creative possibilities.

Third Step: Creating with AI

In the "Create with AI" category, you can choose from various sizes depending on what you want to create – whether it's a social media post or a background image. Choose the desired size, for example, a square.

After selecting the size, enter a text or a prompt. You can view templates and decide which style you prefer. It is important to enter the text in English as the tool currently only works in this language.

Here you can see how creative templates are put together. For interesting designs, you can take note of the written prompts and customize them to implement your own ideas. Just click on the desired design and adjust the text.

Fourth Step: Image Editing with AI

The "Edit with AI" section allows you to make basic adjustments. Here you can use effects like removing backgrounds or transforming images into different styles.

An example of this is uploading an image that will then be output in a comic style. Additionally, you can delete parts of the image without compromising the overall quality, which is particularly useful when removing unwanted elements.

Fifth Step: Designing from Scratch

When you choose "Design from Scratch," you get various document templates, such as PowerPoint slides, LinkedIn posts, and many other social media formats. Whether you want to create something for Instagram, Pinterest, or Facebook – the possibilities are almost endless.

You also have the option to use different paper templates, whether in A4 or A5 size, and in portrait or landscape orientation – giving you high flexibility for various projects.

Conclusion and Outlook

In the next video episode, we will create an avatar together and I will talk more about the tabs and functions located in the top left corner of the application. Your advantage is to fully understand the tools in order to exploit the full potential of Microsoft Designer.

Summary

In this tutorial, you have learned how to use Microsoft Designer to create creative designs. We have discussed important features and steps that will help you effectively use the tool. Utilize the learned techniques to shape your creative projects and transform your ideas into impressive designs.