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GIMP

The free and open-source GNU Image Manipulation Program for photo retouching.

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LicenseGPL-3.0
GitHub stars6.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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CRaster GraphicsImage ManipulationPhotoshop AlternativePhoto EditorDesign
Overview

Why consider GIMP?

GIMP is an open-source cross-platform raster graphics editor. It provides sophisticated tools for photo retouching, composition, layered image construction, and extensible Python scripting.

Guided learning

Learn GIMP by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of GIMP

GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) provides professional photo editing capabilities, color management (LittleCMS), high bit-depth processing (GEGL), and broad file format support (PSD, TIFF, WebP, PNG).

Installation

bash
1# Ubuntu/Debian
2sudo apt install gimp
3
4# macOS via Homebrew
5brew install --cask gimp
6
7# Windows via Winget
8winget install GIMP.GIMP

GIMP is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0).

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GIMP FAQs

GIMP is listed as a Productivity tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

GIMP is listed under the GPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

GIMP is listed as an alternative to Adobe Photoshop. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.