Copy The Copy menu item allows you to copy an image while leaving the original image intact. You can then paste the image onto the canvas. Paint can paste graphic images but not text. To copy an image for use in another window: 1. Use the Box or the Scissors to select the image. 2. Choose Copy for the Edit menu. Paint copies the image to the clipboard. 3. Choose Paste from the Edit menu to paste the image onto the canvas. Additional topics: * Using Menus and Controls * Edit Menu * Overview of Paint