GIMP
An image manipulation software, offering photo editing, retouching, and original artwork creation
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| + | Image Editing and Creation | Painting tools, brushes, animation, layers, masks, filters, etc |
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| + | Photo manipulation | Photo enhancement, retouching including clone and healing tools, channel mixing for B&W adjustments |
| + | Advanced Features | Bezier curves, customizable brushes and gradients |
| + | File Formats | Handles various file formats, including JPEG, GIF, PNG, and TIFF. |
| + | Hardware Support | Works with pressure-sensitive tablets, USB controllers, and MIDI devices. |
| + | Remote Work | Access files from remote locations via FTP, HTTP, SMB, or SFTP/SSH. |
| + | Tile-Based Memory Management | Image size is limited only by available disk space due to efficient memory management. |
| - | Learning Curve | A complex user interface may be challenging for beginners |
| - | Limited CMYK Support | Mostly works in the RGB colour model and has limited support for CMYK, which is essential for professional printing1. |
| - | Fewer Third-Party Plugins | Contains limited third-party plugins compared to commercial alternatives. |
System Requirements
| # | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windows 10 or higher | |
| 2 | 4 GB | 16 GB |
Ratings
4.135
| Capterra | 4.55 based on 770 reviews |
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| CNET | 4.05 based on 874 reviews |
| CNET | 5.05 based on professional's opinion |
| CNET | 3.05 based on 81 reviews |
| CNET | 3.55 based on professional's opinion |
| FileHippo | 8.010 based on 267 reviews |
| FileHorse | 7.810 based on 122 reviews |
| G2CROWD | 4.25 based on 639 reviews |
| MacUpdate | 4.25 based on 202 reviews |
| Softonic | 7.010 based on 11807 reviews |
| Softpedia | 4.25 based on 411 reviews |
| TechRadar | 5.05 based on professional's opinion |
| TechSpot | 4.65 based on 35 reviews |
| Uptodown | 4.25 based on 21 reviews |
Written in
C, GTK/GTK+
Initial Release
15 February 1996
Repository
License
Categories
Alternatives
Raster Graphics Editor
Image Editor
Digital Painting
Photo Editor
Image Editor
Digital Painting
Photo Editor
Notes
Honorable mention:
- PhotoGIMP: Helps make using GIMP easy for Adobe Photoshop users, by organizing the GIMP interface, shortcuts, etc. to follow Adobe Photoshop documentation. Uses simple config files, to ensure GIMP stability. Find it here.