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With the evolution of digital technologies, online creative tools continue to undergo a transformation as well, and Microsoft is one provider who has consistently been at the forefront of business and creative applications. When introduced 10 years ago Microsoft’s Microsoft 365 offering featured seven applications, and 365 now provides a variety of applications totalling over 20. 

Among the latest additions to 365 is Microsoft Designer, which is a design tool that is suitable for both the amateur and professional who have an interest in the graphic design field. Whether you are designer, marketer, small business owner, or looking to create an imagery for personal use, Microsoft Designer caters to a wide audience. 

Designer provides a range of features aimed at simplifying design workflow, and if you haven’t explored it yet, it is certainly worth a look. With AI-powered functionalities and an intuitive interface, it can enhance your design capabilities, all while saving time and money when crafting business or personal graphics. 

Let’s look at the key features of Designer. 

A User-Friendly And Intuitive Interface 

Microsoft Designer features an interface that is both intuitive and user-friendly, in a tidy and well-organised workspace, enabling you to concentrate on your design tasks without unnecessary distractions. 

Its features include: 

• Contextual menus 
• Drag-and-drop functionality 

• Ease of navigation 
• Text prompts to assist with your design 

When using Designer, the initial design prompt presented is “Describe the design you wish to create”, which illustrates the simplicity of its use. Once you have entered your prompt, the system utilises its AI capabilities to produce a selection of graphics, or, alternatively, you have the option to upload your own graphics to include in the process. 

Extensive Design Templates and Assets 

Microsoft Designer offers several features of note, including a comprehensive collection of templates and assets, that can help expedite your design projects. 

It can create business cards, flyers, and social media designs, which can be enhanced through the use of its array of assets, including: 

• Colour palettes 
• Fonts 
• High-quality images 
• Icons 

These resources empower you to craft visually appealing designs that can harmonise with your brand’s identity or personal goals, and its ease of use and flexibility can add to your overall enjoyment of the design experience. 

Design Recommendations And Layout Suggestions 

Microsoft Designer functions not only as a design tool, but it also serves as a design assistant. It does this by utilising artificial intelligence to scrutinise your design and offer insightful layout suggestions and recommendations. Therefore, whatever your skill in graphic design, you can still produce an outcome of notable quality. 

The AI assistance is particularly valuable for individuals who are new to design or in search of creative inspiration. It can provide recommendations for ideal font combinations, suitable image placements, and other valuable insights. 

Designer assists you in making informed design decisions, thereby enhancing the visual impact of your creations. And, moreover, through its ease of use and recommendations, it allows you to create designs in a timely manner. 

Ease Of Collaboration And Integration 

Collaboration can play an important role in design, and Microsoft Designer acknowledges this by providing seamless collaboration features, which enables multiple users to collaborate on the same design project simultaneously. 

You can share your designs with team members or clients, facilitating real-time feedback and edits. In addition, Designer seamlessly integrates with other Microsoft Office applications like PowerPoint and Word, which can foster a unified workflow spanning various design and documentation tasks, which can lead to increased efficiency through the integration of multiple applications and tools. 

Accessibility And Support Across Multiple Platforms 

Microsoft recognises that its products need to be available to all, and Designer adheres to this through accessibility standards, ensuring inclusivity and usability for most individuals and their needs, and it is available through both a desktop and web application, on Mac and Windows platforms. 

What Exactly Does Designer Generate? 

Following on from your prompt, Microsoft Designer will generate multiple designs and images that relate to your query. 

Although some images may not be directly applicable to your request, Designer does provide several options that you can use to adjust the design with and to make changes. If you don’t receive precisely what you are seeking, you can rephrase your prompt to create new designs that might align more closely with your vision. 

Our Final Thoughts On Microsoft Designer  

If you require a user-friendly, easy to use design tool, Microsoft Designer is definitely worth investigating. Whether you’re an experienced designer or just starting out, it has the potential to help create eye-catching designs while saving you time and money. 

We Can Help You Get Started With Microsoft Designer and Microsoft 365 

Microsoft 365 encompasses a wide array of applications, including Microsoft Designer, which can enhance creativity and productivity while reducing costs. 365 is a valuable resource, and we can assist you and your organisation with its implementation and/or maintenance. 

If you require assistance with anything Microsoft related, please contact us today to learn about the Microsoft support services that we can provide.