How do I fix pasting bug from deleting what I copied in Microsoft Paint for Windows 11?

Question

Every time I try to copy anything in Paint, every first instance of the item is deleted when I try to move it, I have been looking for any remedies but so far nothing has worked, not even reinstalling. What should I do?

Answer 1

Hello there,

Running MS Paint as an administrator is the first step to resolving any MS Paint-related problems. Some system files restrict Windows programs from functioning properly. As such, running the file as an administrator enables it to access files that would usually be restricted.

Having piles of cached data on your system is likely to cause you problems. Therefore, let's clear its cache before implementing any other fix. To clear Microsoft Store's cache, open the Run command by pressing Win + R. Then, type WSReset.exe and hit OK. This process may clear Microsoft Store's cache and restore its normal functionality.

Hope this resolves your Query !!

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Answer 2

Double post

Answer 3

Create another user account with administrative privileges and check the issue.

Alternatively, you can try a System Restore. Select any earlier restore point when there was no such issue.