Skip To Main Content

Family Tree

Creating a Family Tree in Paint

 

  • Open a new paint template: Start -> Accessories -> Paint
  • Click the Paintbrush tool to open the Brush Shape dialog.
  • Choose the Diagonal brush from the Brush Shape dialog and click OK.
  • Save. Call the file family tree.
  • Use the Paintbrush Tool to draw the tree.
  • Use the Text Tool to make the title Family Tree, your name and hour.
  • Use the Rounded Rectangle Tool to Create boxes for family members and the text tool to type in them.
  • If you have issues with paint: If you make a mistake with text, you must erase it and retype. If you want to change font and size, highlight text immediately after typing and before it is painted onto the background.
  • Use the line and arrow buttons to connect the family member boxes
  • Go to -> View and make sure there is a checkmark in front of text toolbar to modify your text.
  • Add color, decorations and design to your Family Tree