Microsoft is building a new Photos app for Windows 11, which includes a new modern interface that follows the same design language that the company is pushing with the new OS using WinUI.
The app is not yet available, but Microsoft’s head of Windows and Devices, Panos Panay, teased the new design on a short Twitter video. The video reveals that the app retains the classic look and feel, but it includes changes that should make it easier for users to organize and edit their pictures.
Pumped to share another #Windows11 first look with you - the beautifully redesigned #PhotosApp is coming soon to #WindowsInsiders pic.twitter.com/hraNJAo9iF
— Panos Panay (@panos_panay) September 7, 2021
The new Photos app still has the same main page divided into five categories: Collection, Albums, People, Folder, and Video Editor. Selecting a picture will now open taking the entire canvas of the application, and floating elements will give you access to the commands. And the bottom tray will surface additional images you can select to view and edit a group of pictures.
The video teaser also shows that clicking the info button will now also include a map showing the location where the picture was taken.
The command bar to edit an image now includes a “Markup” tool that allows you to annotate the picture. Also, whether you use the Crop, Adjustment, or Filter features, the tools will appear at the bottom of the screen instead of the right side.
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