The GIMP image editing application offers a robust set of tools for working with layers in graphics files. The tools are grouped together in the Layers palette, which also features thumbnails of ...

GIMP is a powerful (and free) image editor that offers all the features you need and some you might not know you need. One such feature is Layers. What are they and why should you use them?

GIMP allows you to combine multiple images using layers, and to blend everything together using the color picker tool to match the background colors.

The technique makes use of layers and layer masks in The GIMP, so it is important to have a basic understanding of what these are beforehand. The next section introduces these concepts and provides a ...

Also: How to use Layers in the GIMP image editor (and why you should) These three features alone have me anxiously awaiting the official release of GIMP 3.

New features in GIMP 3 include non-destructive filters, improved text editing, and simpler layer management. Working with filters, layers, and text is much easier in this latest release.

GIMP’s “Cut and Float” option is almost the same thing, with the keyboard Control-Shift-L. This command results with the selection duplicated onto a “floating”, i.e. temporary, layer.

GIMP has matured into a truly incredible photo-editing program. If you’re coming by way of Photoshop, however, use these tips to ease the transition.

Because Pandora is a GIMP plugin, to install it, you need The GIMP version 1.2 or 1.3, as well as Gimptool, which is provided in The GIMP development package. Untar Pandora to a working directory, cd ...