As part of Microsoft 365, Microsoft Designer is a tool for creating any type of image design, from logos and invitations to blog banners and social media posts. You may have designed similar elements before in Canva, Fotor, Figma, or other graphic design software, but Microsoft Designer is more intelligent.
What sets Microsoft Designer apart from other design tools is that it uses OpenAI'sDALL·E 2technology. This is a type of artificial intelligence that allows you to create images and artwork by entering the text description you want. This feature will help you find unique graphics for your project, and thanks to the advanced technology, the created images are very realistic.
You can also use your own images and built-in design tools to fully customize your visuals. With templates, shapes, photos, icons, text styles, and color themes, you can explore different looks and get the precise design that suits your project.
How to get access to Microsoft Designer
Since its launch in December 2022, Microsoft Designer has required a waitlist to gain access. You can add your email address to the list, and once you are granted access, you will receive an email with sign-in instructions.
The current preview version does not include all planned features, but Microsoft is seeking feedback from those with preview access in order to improve the tool before it becomes generally available. Microsoft Designer will then be a free app for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family users, with optional paid premium features. Microsoft also plans to integrate Designer with Microsoft Edge. The hope is to help Edge users when designing social media posts and other projects for the websites they visit in their browser.
How to use Microsoft Designer
When you sign in to Microsoft Designer, you will see Designer Copilot. This tool can help you create your first visual using AI-generated images, your own images, or a blank canvas.
Simply enter the visual element you want to create in the input box, such as An Instagram post about my cosmetic product launch on April 1st. Then click Generate, and Microsoft Designer will automatically lay out the design. You can also click AI Generate image to generate the element you want.
