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| Step 1 - Open the New Image dialog |
| Choose File > New, or click the New button on the standard toolbar, or press Ctrl + N. The New Image dialog opens. |
 Perform this step for me. |
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| Step 2 - Set image dimensions |
| Enter the desired width, height, and resolution for the image. |
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| Step 3 - Set background type |
| Set the background layer type by choosing either Raster Background or Vector Background. |
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| Step 4 - Set color depth |
| Choose a color depth from the drop-down list. Note that raster backgrounds allow for five choices, and vector backgrounds allow for two. |
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| Step 5 - Set background color |
| Raster images can have a colored or transparent background. For a colored background, click inside the Color box and pick from the palette. For a transparent background, mark the Transparent checkbox. Vector images will have a transparent background. |
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| Step 6 - Click OK |
| Click OK to open the new image. |
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| Notes and Tips: |
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Many users choose a Resolution of 72 ppi/dpi because it results in smaller file size. If your new file is intended for print output, you may want a Resolution setting better suited to the printer. |
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When choosing a Color Depth, be aware that settings lower than 16 Million Colors (24-bit) may deactivate some Paint Shop Pro tools and features. |
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| Learn More: |
 Open a saved image |
| Resize an image |
| Create a dialog Preset - An example |
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