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Version Issue - EricAiken - 02-23-2026
This is a serious problem!
XCF error: unsupported XCF file version 19 encountered
RE: Version Issue - rich2005 - 02-23-2026
That is the type of error you get when you try to open an xcf file made with, say Gimp 3 in an older Gimp such as Gimp 2.10
I cant recall all the version changes. What Gimp version did you use / what are you using now ?
In Gimp 3 there is a clue given bottom of the save dialog. Typically a layer effect.
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If really stuck, then it is possible to use a binary editor and change the version number ( to 14 maybe) and lose some of the editing.