[Feature request] Custom transparency background grid colors

[MXI]

Is there a way to change the color of the grid that is shown under transparent parts of an image?

 

If no then this is a feature request. And I hope a pretty easy one.

 

Sometimes I need to work with small sprites / decals.

If I need it to be a white detail on a transparent background - I run into problem - I can't see anything on my image.

 

For example, this render is quite misleading about what is actually drawn:

There are workarounds:

• use different color for a time being and then change it with filters, such as "Invert colors";
• add a dark layer underneath.

 

But I find it rather annoying to have to set this up and don't forget to remove it and save properly.

 

I would love to see a color selector(s) for the transparency grid in the app settings.

If I can select non-gray colors - I will be able to avoid collisions with any colors I use (or 99% at least).

Edited December 28, 2020 by MXI
It's a FR

[Reptillian]

I was about to suggest the workaround that you mentioned, but I don't think this is going to be changed. You can add a shortcut to a template file. That's another workaround.

[Sandalman]

I'm a "low skill" user, and this would change my life too

[Greymanz]

As an occasional creator of pixel art I feel like Paint.NET could learn a lot from software like Aseprite. In Aseprite you are free to change the two colors that make up the transparent checkerboard in options, or opt to have it as a single color. Its not at all an unreasonable request as changing this also benefits graphic designers who need a darker color to balance their eyes
Of course a workaround background layer is always possible but why settle?

[MXI]

Woo-hoo! PDN 5.0 finally brings adjustable transparency background.

One slider but it will do.