microsoft / microsoft/PowerToys

Fading ink feature

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Description

Description of the new feature / enhancement

Hi team,

It would be great to have a fading ink feature as part of the draw tool. Look forward to this feature. thanks.

Sam

Scenario when this would be used?

During screen recording, I would like temporary highlight sentences.

Supporting information

During screen recording, I would like temporary highlight sentences.

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Research direction

No file, entry point, or test is identified. Start by locating the draw tool and reviewing how screen-recording highlights are rendered and removed; clarify the fading behavior and acceptance criteria before implementation.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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