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Tips for using Microsoft Paint and pixelling:

Use the thumbnail option; it allows you to view your eventual product in the zoomed mode. View > Zoom > Show Thumbnail
Don't use the default colours provided, they are too bright. The only default colours you should use are Green: Transparency, Black/Grey: First Outline, White: Shading and highlights.
Refrain from using the shape tools (except for maybe the rectangle tool). Circle lollipops Will Come Out Bad.
When pixelling, always Zoom to 8px for the best results.
Always try to make pixels look realistic, a hand with 3 fingers doesn't give the best results.
Try different pixelling styles! Don't just stick to one, experiment with new styles to give your pixels the Very Best look.
Don't be over-inspired. Drawing an ice-cream is OK, but using the exact same colours, exact same positions etc is NOT OK.

I hope these tips help you in pixelling and using MS Paint. If you have any more or would like to suggest one, please contact me with the information.

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