{"id":834700,"date":"2022-06-07T11:44:05","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T18:44:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/?post_type=msr-group&#038;p=834700"},"modified":"2022-06-07T11:44:08","modified_gmt":"2022-06-07T18:44:08","slug":"expressive-pixels","status":"publish","type":"msr-group","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/product\/expressive-pixels\/","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft Expressive Pixels"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"mb-3 moray-highlight\">\n\t<div class=\"card-img-overlay mx-lg-0\">\n\t\t<div class=\"card-background  has-background- card-background--full-bleed\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_header_08_2020_1920x720.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Microsoft Expressive Pixels header with heart logo\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_header_08_2020_1920x720.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_header_08_2020_1920x720-300x113.png 300w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_header_08_2020_1920x720-1024x384.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_header_08_2020_1920x720-768x288.png 768w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_header_08_2020_1920x720-1536x576.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_header_08_2020_1920x720-1600x600.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<!-- Foreground -->\n\t\t<div class=\"card-foreground d-flex mt-md-n5 my-lg-5 px-g px-lg-0\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Container -->\n\t\t\t<div class=\"container d-flex mt-md-n5 my-lg-5 align-self-center\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Card wrapper -->\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-100 w-lg-col-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Card -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card material-md-card py-5 px-md-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card-body \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<h1 id=\"microsoft-expressive-pixels\">Microsoft Expressive Pixels<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Express. Connect. Share.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-microsoft-expressive-pixels\">What is Microsoft Expressive Pixels?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft Expressive Pixels provides rich authoring capabilities for users to make static images and animations that can be shared on LED displays and other digital devices such as a PC. It empowers people to create, express, connect and share animated visualizations in their own unique way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We all express differently. To some, verbal expressions may be challenging or a non-preferred way of communicating. Often, a visual statement through creative and artistic expression can communicate as much, if not more, than words. Microsoft Expressive Pixels seeks to provide an inspiring experience for human expression and connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/?p=174688\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read about the journey of Expressive Pixels ><span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/blog\/expressive-pixels-a-new-visual-communication-platform-to-support-creativity-accessibility-and-innovation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read about the technologies behind Microsoft Expressive Pixels ><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/project\/microsoft-expressive-pixels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about the research behind the product ><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Welcome to Microsoft Expressive Pixels (1 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/qTP_vLQSP9E?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>Learn about Microsoft Expressive Pixels in this short welcome video.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Galactic Bell Star Music Demo\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/7VshX3V9ivQ?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>See how expressivity and eye-gaze music work together in harmony in this Galactic Bell star music demo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_GetStarted-150x150.png\" alt=\"Expressive Pixels icon: Get started\" class=\"wp-image-665196\" width=\"75\" height=\"75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_GetStarted-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_GetStarted.png 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 75px) 100vw, 75px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"get-started\" class=\"has-text-align-center\">Get started<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">To get started, you need a Windows 10 PC, the Expressive Pixels app, and for the optimal experience an LED display device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/video\/getting-started-with-microsoft-expressive-pixels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Watch the tutorial ><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_Create-150x150.png\" alt=\"Expressive Pixels icon: Create\" class=\"wp-image-665193\" width=\"75\" height=\"75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_Create-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_Create.png 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 75px) 100vw, 75px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"create-express-and-share\" class=\"has-text-align-center\">Create, express, and share!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Learn how to use colors, layers, fragments and transition effects to create animated visualizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/product\/tips-and-tricks-expressive-pixels\/\">Get tips & tricks ><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_Journey-150x150.png\" alt=\"Expressive Pixels icon: Join us on the journey\" class=\"wp-image-665190\" width=\"75\" height=\"75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_Journey-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/06\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_ico_Journey.png 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 75px) 100vw, 75px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"join-us-on-the-journey\" class=\"has-text-align-center\">Join us on the journey<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Check out the <strong>Community Gallery<\/strong> in the app for inspiration and <a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/answers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/msresearch\/forum?sort=LastReplyDate&dir=Desc&tab=All&status=all&mod=&modAge=&advFil=&postedAfter=&postedBefore=&threadType=All&isFilterExpanded=false&page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">share your thoughts<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a> with us and help shape what we do next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download and create ><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:64px; padding-top:64px\" class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section alignfull row has-background has-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-white-color wp-block-msr-immersive-section\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h3 id=\"get-microsoft-expressive-pixels\" class=\"has-text-align-center\">Get Microsoft Expressive Pixels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download from the Microsoft Store for Windows ><\/a><\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400.png\" class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section__background-image\" alt=\"Microsoft Expressive Pixels image band with heart logo\" style=\"object-position: 82% 48%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-1024x213.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-768x160.png 768w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-1536x320.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"about-the-expressive-pixels-app-and-devices\">About the Expressive Pixels app and devices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels-Sparklet-colorspin-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Expressive Pixels: photo of animated Sparklet next to laptop\" class=\"wp-image-688380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels-Sparklet-colorspin-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels-Sparklet-colorspin.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft Expressive Pixels empowers human expression and connection. Read about the inspiration and objectives behind Expressive Pixels in our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/project\/microsoft-expressive-pixels\/articles\/microsoft-expressive-pixels-released\">launch blog<\/a>. Microsoft Expressive Pixels is an open-source release, so Makers everywhere can realize their own ideas and create.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The online Expressive Pixels Community Gallery, powered by Microsoft Azure, enables users to share animations. Check out the collection by visiting the Community Gallery from <strong>within the app<\/strong> &#8212; new inspirations are added regularly!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--90873e8a5f4e5eb920c452611de8f2c7\"><a data-bi-type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/video\/welcome-to-microsoft-expressive-pixels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Watch the welcome video<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--ebd71a9a2d85bcf8effb107bba556c32\"><a data-bi-type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQHhttps:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the app<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-vertical-padding-none  is-stacked-on-mobile is-style-border is-style-offset-media--top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:40% auto\" data-bi-an=\"media-text\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"409\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2017\/11\/ExpressivePixels-DeviceGallery.jpg\" alt=\"photo of different Expressive Pixels devices\" class=\"wp-image-688611 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2017\/11\/ExpressivePixels-DeviceGallery.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2017\/11\/ExpressivePixels-DeviceGallery-300x205.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\" data-bi-an=\"media-text\">\n<h3 id=\"express-yourself-on-led-devices\">Express yourself on LED devices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The images created on Expressive Pixels come alive on readily available LED displays from 3rd parties such as&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/adafruit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adafruit<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;(64\u00d732), Adafruit DotStar (8\u00d78), Adafruit Featherwing DotStar (6\u00d712),&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/sparkfun.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sparkfun<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;(32\u00d732), Sparkfun 8\u00d78, and&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/siliconsquared.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SiliconSquared<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;high resolution RGB displays.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"microsoft-makecode\">Microsoft MakeCode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this release we are also introducing the&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/microsoft\/ExpressivePixelsMakeCode\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">integration with MakeCode<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>, an incredible learning platform for future programmers, to offer additional entry points into programming devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/project\/microsoft-makecode\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft MakeCode<\/a>&nbsp;is a framework for creating interactive and engaging programming experiences for those new to the world of programming in a way that is approachable and inviting. MakeCode devices can be connected to LED displays and integrated into new creations. Animations created in the Expressive Pixels app can be easily integrated within MakeCode programs by incorporating its Extension Package. This provides new and fun ways and capabilities for MakeCode programmers to light up their creations along their programming and creative journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:32px; padding-top:32px\" class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section alignfull row has-background has-orange-50-background-color has-text-color has-black-color wp-block-msr-immersive-section\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h2 id=\"get-involved\" class=\"has-text-align-center\">Get involved<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id=\"connect-and-share\">Connect and share<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect with us and share your Microsoft Expressive Pixels animations, your ideas, and your feedback in our&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/answers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/msresearch\/forum\/msresearch_exp?sort=LastReplyDate&dir=Desc&tab=All&status=all&mod=&modAge=&advFil=&postedAfter=&postedBefore=&threadType=All&isFilterExpanded=false&page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">user forum<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id=\"for-developers\">For developers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/microsoft\/ExpressivePixels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GitHub page<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>, share your input with us and help take Microsoft Expressive Pixels to the next level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id=\"maker-experiences\">Maker experiences<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the app and <a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/microsoft\/ExpressivePixels\/wiki\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">open-source APIs<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;and have fun creating new devices, new scenarios, and new Maker experiences. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">We\u2019d love to see your creations. Share them via the&nbsp;<strong>Community Gallery<\/strong>&nbsp;in the app!<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:64px; padding-top:64px\" class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section alignfull row has-background has-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-white-color wp-block-msr-immersive-section\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h3 id=\"get-microsoft-expressive-pixels\" class=\"has-text-align-center\">Get Microsoft Expressive Pixels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download from the Microsoft Store for Windows ><\/a><\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400.png\" class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section__background-image\" alt=\"Microsoft Expressive Pixels image band with heart logo\" style=\"object-position: 82% 48%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-1024x213.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-768x160.png 768w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-1536x320.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"get-the-most-out-of-expressive-pixels\">Get the most out of Expressive Pixels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Getting Started with Microsoft Expressive Pixels (2 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/4-uxk2PY4Po?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>To start creating animations with Microsoft Expressive Pixels, you will need a Windows 10 PC with May 2019 update or higher, and the Microsoft Expressive Pixels app.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/product\/app-device-expressive-pixels\/\">LED display devices<\/a>&nbsp;are a great way to show off your animations\u2014you can also show animations on your PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--3e4de0bbf07e15f314eb5f2f6294cc6e\"><a data-bi-type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the app<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"create-images-and-animations\">Create images and animations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to express, connect, and share? Watch the step-by-step tutorial videos below on how to create images and animations. And, when you\u2019re ready, please share your creations in the&nbsp;<strong>Community Gallery<\/strong>&nbsp;in the app!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Creating an Image in Microsoft Expressive Pixels (3 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/KidtMIccRok?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Creating Animations in Microsoft Expressive Pixels (4 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/uZtI5bfwnAA?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Managing Animation Galleries in Microsoft Expressive Pixels (5 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/SXurAGCjAhQ?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Creating Fragments in Microsoft Expressive Pixels (6 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/2zLZ-YwE25o?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Using Layers in Microsoft Expressive Pixels (7 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/PITtN04p-08?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Exporting Animations with Microsoft Expressive Pixels (8 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/WyLAeu43VbU?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Importing Animations in Microsoft Expressive Pixels (9 of 9)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/CaDCXvs81F8?feature=oembed&rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:64px; padding-top:64px\" class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section alignfull row has-background has-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-white-color wp-block-msr-immersive-section\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h3 id=\"get-microsoft-expressive-pixels\" class=\"has-text-align-center\">Get Microsoft Expressive Pixels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download from the Microsoft Store for Windows ><\/a><\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400.png\" class=\"wp-block-msr-immersive-section__background-image\" alt=\"Microsoft Expressive Pixels image band with heart logo\" style=\"object-position: 82% 48%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-1024x213.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-768x160.png 768w, https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/uploads\/prod\/2020\/08\/ExpressivePixels_HCI_download-band_08_2020_1920x400-1536x320.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"general-questions\">General questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>To use Microsoft Expressive Pixels, you need a Windows 10 PC with the Windows 10 May 2019 update (version 18362.0) or higher and Microsoft Expressive Pixels app, which you can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">download<\/a>&nbsp;free from the Microsoft Store for Windows. For the optimal experience you also need a compatible LED display device and a USB data cable. Watch our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/video\/getting-started-with-microsoft-expressive-pixels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Getting Started<\/a>&nbsp;tutorial to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">download<\/a> the free Microsoft Expressive Pixels app from the Microsoft Store for Windows on your PC. Launch the Store app, search for \u201cExpressive Pixels\u201d, and download. For more information watch our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/video\/getting-started-with-microsoft-expressive-pixels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Getting Started<\/a>&nbsp;tutorial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>To see what version of Windows you\u2019re running, go to Settings > System > About > Windows specifications > Version. To update Windows on your PC, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft Expressive Pixels is available in the English version in more than 200 markets. You can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">download the app<\/a>&nbsp;in Microsoft Store for Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You can use one of the supported OpenID account types such as Microsoft, Facebook, and Google, or create a new account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, the account you created for the Community Gallery will work across your different machines where Expressive Pixels is installed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can. You can use Microsoft Expressive Pixels on different PCs by sharing the images to the Community Gallery or copy your Microsoft Expressive Pixels files to different PCs from My Documents\\ExpressivePixels folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>We continue to work on the app to improve user experience and will release updates in Microsoft Store for Windows. To check for new version, open Microsoft Store for Windows, click on the ellipsis (3 dots) next to your profile photo, click on the \u201cDownloads and updates\u201d button, and click on \u201cGet updates\u201d. You don\u2019t need to uninstall your existing app to update.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>The GIF exporting carries over the animation frame rate but not pauses, fades, or loop count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You can import images such as PNG, JPEG and GIF. Our experience is that GIF provides the best quality for importing images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Please keep your image size no bigger than 24 x 24 pixels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Please see the\u202fCommunity Gallery Submission form\u202fin the app for details on image IP rights.\u202f Users can use the images in the Community Gallery and share with others for personal use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Right-click the offensive or illegal image, select Report As Objectionable, and then submit. The image will be removed immediately and reviewed. If it is deemed objectionable, then it will be removed permanently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft Expressive pixels is a research project. We are releasing the app to get valuable user feedback to improve the platform. We will continue to improve user experience and add functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>The Developer Console feature in the app is a command line capability similar to that of the Windows Command Console whereby an Expressive Pixels capable device can expose capabilities that are unique to it, and\/or aren\u2019t exposed through the main app experience. Generally, these capabilities are for device configuration, examples include but not limited to, formatting the on-device storage, rotating the image depending on device orientation, configuring triggering mechanisms. Devices should have Firmware V1.43 installed to access this capability, information on upgrading the firmware to this version or later can be found on the device\u2019s manufacturer website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Commands are typed into the Developer Console\u2019s edit box followed by the Return key, and responses from the devices are displayed in the upper part of the view. To find the list of console commands supported by the connected device, simply enter Help or &#8220;?&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>If the app is not working properly, follow these troubleshooting steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ensure that you have the latest version of the Expressive Pixels app installed. You can check the latest version and launch the update from the Microsoft Store.<ul><li>Download the latest version from the Microsoft store here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/li><li>Check for updates by selecting the Microsoft Store icon on your taskbar. Next to your profile at the top right, select the ellipses button (3 dots) \u203a Downloads and Updates<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Be sure you are running Windows 10 with the latest updates.<ul><li>You can check your system by going to Settings \u203a System \u203a About \u203a scroll down to Windows Specifications.<\/li><li>You can check for updates by going to Settings \u203a Update and Security \u203a Check for Updates<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Reboot your PC and re-launch the app.<\/li><li>If the problem persists, uninstall the app and reinstall the latest version from the Microsoft Store here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/store\/apps\/9MTC56W1RXQH<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a><br><br><strong>Note<\/strong>: The animations you have created should remain in your library. However, if you wish to back them up for safekeeping, you can copy the contents of the folder: Documents \u203a ExpressivePixels to a safe folder on your system prior to uninstalling the app.<\/li><li>Reach out to our&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/answers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/msresearch\/forum?sort=LastReplyDate&dir=Desc&tab=All&status=all&mod=&modAge=&advFil=&postedAfter=&postedBefore=&threadType=All&isFilterExpanded=false&page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Community Forum<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;where other members may be able to assist you. Be sure to post a detailed description of the problem, along with the specifics about your computer\u2019s make, model, screen resolution, Windows 10 version, and the Expressive Pixels version that you are having issues with.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"device-and-connection-questions\">Device and connection questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft Expressive Pixels works with generally available Maker hardware, such as addressable LEDs including Sparklet (<em>standard and mini<\/em>) and compatible 3rd party LED devices from Adafruit, Sparkfun, and SiliconSquared. If you have questions about a particular device, please&nbsp;<a class=\"msr-external-link glyph-append glyph-append-open-in-new-tab glyph-append-xsmall\" href=\"https:\/\/answers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/msresearch\/forum\/msresearch_exp?sort=LastReplyDate&dir=Desc&tab=All&status=all&mod=&modAge=&advFil=&postedAfter=&postedBefore=&threadType=All&isFilterExpanded=false&page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">let us know<span class=\"sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You can pair and connect your LED display device in the Expressive Pixels app either via USB cable or Bluetooth. Please watch the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/research\/video\/getting-started-with-microsoft-expressive-pixels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Getting Started<\/a>&nbsp;tutorial for instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>If you are having trouble with USB connection, please make sure the USB is plugged in and that you are using a USB data cable. If you are having issue with Bluetooth connection, please check if Bluetooth is enabled on your PC and that any outstanding Windows Updates have been applied. You can also try to reset Bluetooth on your PC or restart your PC. Some PCs may have older Bluetooth chipsets that are not Bluetooth 4.0 compatible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You can pair multiple LED display devices but can only connect to one at a time in Expressive Pixels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>The Expressive Pixels firmware integrates AES128 security, and the connection is secure. With the Bluetooth connection key, you can secure your device so only you with the key can connect and control it. Follow these steps for the secure connection: when connected, open the device panel, see the Bluetooth section, click the Generate button, followed by the Save button and your device will be secured to you only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"general-support-and-feedback\">General support and feedback<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Microsoft, we are on a journey to empower people with all abilities. We are focused on learning from our customers, partners, and the community to continually improve our products and services. 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