https://www.gimp-forum.net/ Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:13:43 +0000 MyBB https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Layers Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:47:52 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Layers  Namely:
Now, everytime I open an image file, .JPG etc, as a layer.
Instead of seeing it shown in the right hand panel as the layer i get three layers  there named RED, GREEN, BLUE, and cannot seem to get rid of them and go back to the layers list I am used to?
I even re-installed gimp, to no avail !?]]>  Namely:
Now, everytime I open an image file, .JPG etc, as a layer.
Instead of seeing it shown in the right hand panel as the layer i get three layers  there named RED, GREEN, BLUE, and cannot seem to get rid of them and go back to the layers list I am used to?
I even re-installed gimp, to no avail !?]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-fill-bucket-bug Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:18:11 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-fill-bucket-bug
I scanned in a pencil drawing, removed the white background with color to alpha, and now I'm coloring it in.

The first bucket fill works like a charm, see screenshot. 
  Screenshot 2026-08-07 at 17.54.22.png (Size: 278.64 KB / Downloads: 25)

However WHATEVER I do next, (could be creating a new layer, or using another tool, or select something....anything.) the image gets distorted afterwards. The distortions also stay when saving/restarting gimp. (see screenshot 2) 
  Screenshot 2026-08-07 at 17.54.41.png (Size: 281.88 KB / Downloads: 126)

What am I missing here... or is this a bug?]]>
I scanned in a pencil drawing, removed the white background with color to alpha, and now I'm coloring it in.

The first bucket fill works like a charm, see screenshot. 
  Screenshot 2026-08-07 at 17.54.22.png (Size: 278.64 KB / Downloads: 25)

However WHATEVER I do next, (could be creating a new layer, or using another tool, or select something....anything.) the image gets distorted afterwards. The distortions also stay when saving/restarting gimp. (see screenshot 2) 
  Screenshot 2026-08-07 at 17.54.41.png (Size: 281.88 KB / Downloads: 126)

What am I missing here... or is this a bug?]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Picture-Frame-Glass-Effect Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:00:24 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Picture-Frame-Glass-Effect https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-choosing-between-different-ways-which-is-the-most-appropiate-here Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:35:11 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-choosing-between-different-ways-which-is-the-most-appropiate-here hello and good day dear Community 


well here i am back again - with some hmmm - lets say "beginner-question"... -


i need to colorize some dots in a file  (in a network visualization) using GIMP as the tool

well how to start: 

see the attached image:  would you do this with the  Bucket Fill approach or (alternatively) with the Colorize layer.

Wel to be frank with the second idea -( and method ) is not so familiar:  I honestly do not have so much experience with the work with layers. 
Guess that this method isolates specific nodes without altering the background or connecting... 

Which method would you suggest - for me - who is a bit unsecure in the work with layers... 




  the_data_chunk.png (Size: 147.54 KB / Downloads: 30)

look forward to hear from you

regards  ]]> hello and good day dear Community 


well here i am back again - with some hmmm - lets say "beginner-question"... -


i need to colorize some dots in a file  (in a network visualization) using GIMP as the tool

well how to start: 

see the attached image:  would you do this with the  Bucket Fill approach or (alternatively) with the Colorize layer.

Wel to be frank with the second idea -( and method ) is not so familiar:  I honestly do not have so much experience with the work with layers. 
Guess that this method isolates specific nodes without altering the background or connecting... 

Which method would you suggest - for me - who is a bit unsecure in the work with layers... 




  the_data_chunk.png (Size: 147.54 KB / Downloads: 30)

look forward to hear from you

regards  ]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Scanning-with-Gimp-on-Windows-11 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:09:31 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Scanning-with-Gimp-on-Windows-11 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-add-links-for-one-dot-to-another-which-method-which-way-would-you-go Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:01:00 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-add-links-for-one-dot-to-another-which-method-which-way-would-you-go

well i have just a little question: 


what if we want to  

add links for one dot to another - which method which way would you go!?

Well afaik - we have got serveral options, methods and procedures here - don  t we!?

love to hear fom you


  Screenshot 2026-08-05 20.58.10.png (Size: 11.6 KB / Downloads: 170) ]]>

well i have just a little question: 


what if we want to  

add links for one dot to another - which method which way would you go!?

Well afaik - we have got serveral options, methods and procedures here - don  t we!?

love to hear fom you


  Screenshot 2026-08-05 20.58.10.png (Size: 11.6 KB / Downloads: 170) ]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Enlever-un-reflet-de-flash-sur-photo-macro Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:31:49 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Enlever-un-reflet-de-flash-sur-photo-macro
Je suis bloqué sur un problème de réflexion de flash sur l'insecte que j'ai pris en photo de nuit. Y'a t il un moyen d'adoucir ce reflet ?

J'ai essayer avec l'outil sélection sans pour autant réussir à ne sélectionner uniquement la partie souhaiter. 

Les tutos que j'ai pu chercher ne donne pas la marche à suivre spécifique pour mon problème 

Le premier screenshot vous montre la photo retouché avec les connaissances que j'ai (je n'ai pas pu faire mieux) et le second screenshot montre la photo originale.

J'utilise la version 3.2.4 de GIMP sous windows 10.

Merci pour votre aide

English : 

Hello,

I'm stuck on a problem with a flash reflection on the insect I photographed at night. Is there a way to soften this reflection?

I tried using the selection tool but wasn't able to select just the part I wanted. 

The tutorials I’ve found don’t provide specific instructions for my problem.

The first screenshot shows the photo I’ve edited using what I know (I couldn’t do any better), and the second screenshot shows the original photo.

I’m using GIMP version 3.2.4 on Windows 10.

Thank you for your help


  Screenshot pb gimp retouchée.jpg (Size: 356.61 KB / Downloads: 51)


  Screenshot pb gimp originale.jpg (Size: 317.87 KB / Downloads: 42) ]]>
Je suis bloqué sur un problème de réflexion de flash sur l'insecte que j'ai pris en photo de nuit. Y'a t il un moyen d'adoucir ce reflet ?

J'ai essayer avec l'outil sélection sans pour autant réussir à ne sélectionner uniquement la partie souhaiter. 

Les tutos que j'ai pu chercher ne donne pas la marche à suivre spécifique pour mon problème 

Le premier screenshot vous montre la photo retouché avec les connaissances que j'ai (je n'ai pas pu faire mieux) et le second screenshot montre la photo originale.

J'utilise la version 3.2.4 de GIMP sous windows 10.

Merci pour votre aide

English : 

Hello,

I'm stuck on a problem with a flash reflection on the insect I photographed at night. Is there a way to soften this reflection?

I tried using the selection tool but wasn't able to select just the part I wanted. 

The tutorials I’ve found don’t provide specific instructions for my problem.

The first screenshot shows the photo I’ve edited using what I know (I couldn’t do any better), and the second screenshot shows the original photo.

I’m using GIMP version 3.2.4 on Windows 10.

Thank you for your help


  Screenshot pb gimp retouchée.jpg (Size: 356.61 KB / Downloads: 51)


  Screenshot pb gimp originale.jpg (Size: 317.87 KB / Downloads: 42) ]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Patterns-figure-with-hatching-How-can-one-create-such-a-pattern Sun, 02 Aug 2026 01:30:35 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Patterns-figure-with-hatching-How-can-one-create-such-a-pattern


i am currently workin on a step-by-step process on how to make typical changes—such as adjusting the color tone, and getting to know 
how to create certain patterns: see an example. 



  #two_dots_with_pattern_.png (Size: 17.37 KB / Downloads: 167)



Shown in the image is a circle with hatching. How can one create such a pattern—how do you achieve that? How would you go about this—using which graphic tools?


hmm - how to achive this - what are your ideas, ways and methods to create such patterns?

look forward to hear from you

greetings ]]>


i am currently workin on a step-by-step process on how to make typical changes—such as adjusting the color tone, and getting to know 
how to create certain patterns: see an example. 



  #two_dots_with_pattern_.png (Size: 17.37 KB / Downloads: 167)



Shown in the image is a circle with hatching. How can one create such a pattern—how do you achieve that? How would you go about this—using which graphic tools?


hmm - how to achive this - what are your ideas, ways and methods to create such patterns?

look forward to hear from you

greetings ]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-ways-methods-and-procedures-to-recolor-a-image-ideas-tipps-n-tricks Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:02:46 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-ways-methods-and-procedures-to-recolor-a-image-ideas-tipps-n-tricks
i am currently musing bout ways methods and procedures to recolor a image - ideas & tipps n tricks


  the_tain_bitstream_123.png (Size: 106.43 KB / Downloads: 124)

btw: can you give me some more general design recommendations for an image—such as alternative color palettes, or lets say some modern layout trends, tips for better readability, or suggestions on how to enhance it (e.g., with a subtle pattern, a gradient, or an abstract illustration).

i am currently workin on a step-by-step process on how to make typical changes—such as adjusting the color tone,

look forward to hear from you 

greetings]]>
i am currently musing bout ways methods and procedures to recolor a image - ideas & tipps n tricks


  the_tain_bitstream_123.png (Size: 106.43 KB / Downloads: 124)

btw: can you give me some more general design recommendations for an image—such as alternative color palettes, or lets say some modern layout trends, tips for better readability, or suggestions on how to enhance it (e.g., with a subtle pattern, a gradient, or an abstract illustration).

i am currently workin on a step-by-step process on how to make typical changes—such as adjusting the color tone,

look forward to hear from you 

greetings]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Multiple-Font-Issues-etc Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:39:02 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Multiple-Font-Issues-etc
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As much as I enjoy using the Gimp program; version 3.2.4, Windows PC – it has some very strange situations built in that I have never experienced when using other graphics editors.

The first one, I am unsure of how to describe. When creating layers containing fonts – Gimp often assigns them and creates new locked font layers that even affect surrounding (above and below) layers within the image? Gimp locks the layers and does not allow them to be edited or modified beyond font layers? This has drained substantially large amounts of my time; erasing layers and adding new layers trying to correct this issue.

One more recent discovery is when I created a layer with a font. I applied a shadow to that layer. After the shadow is applied – it extended below the desired area. I assumed that the shadow on that layer could be edited – it cannot. Using the free select or the rectangular select tool cannot affect the shadow. Funny thing – I can cut part of the font ONLY on that layer – but not the shadow. Is there a method that Gimp could be set to apply the shadow to a separate/adjacent layer and edited without being directly linked to the font layer?

Another recent more startling development and much more concerning – Gimp (how - I cannot explain) began to apply a pattern to my fonts instead of a color. No matter what I did – I could not terminate this activity. Closed and re-opened the program, created a new image, etc. After trying many unsuccessful internet suggestions - I actually had to uninstall Gimp to correct this issue.

P.S. Is there a reason that Gimp does not include a shapes menu?

For your consideration – I thank you.]]>
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As much as I enjoy using the Gimp program; version 3.2.4, Windows PC – it has some very strange situations built in that I have never experienced when using other graphics editors.

The first one, I am unsure of how to describe. When creating layers containing fonts – Gimp often assigns them and creates new locked font layers that even affect surrounding (above and below) layers within the image? Gimp locks the layers and does not allow them to be edited or modified beyond font layers? This has drained substantially large amounts of my time; erasing layers and adding new layers trying to correct this issue.

One more recent discovery is when I created a layer with a font. I applied a shadow to that layer. After the shadow is applied – it extended below the desired area. I assumed that the shadow on that layer could be edited – it cannot. Using the free select or the rectangular select tool cannot affect the shadow. Funny thing – I can cut part of the font ONLY on that layer – but not the shadow. Is there a method that Gimp could be set to apply the shadow to a separate/adjacent layer and edited without being directly linked to the font layer?

Another recent more startling development and much more concerning – Gimp (how - I cannot explain) began to apply a pattern to my fonts instead of a color. No matter what I did – I could not terminate this activity. Closed and re-opened the program, created a new image, etc. After trying many unsuccessful internet suggestions - I actually had to uninstall Gimp to correct this issue.

P.S. Is there a reason that Gimp does not include a shapes menu?

For your consideration – I thank you.]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Keyboard-Shortcuts-in-V3-not-working Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:53:28 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Keyboard-Shortcuts-in-V3-not-working ( I just need to remove the background) 
I have had sporadic results, if I do get it working, and pause to move view etc, it will not return or complete the definition path,, I get the above message?
 And The lasso symbol shows it is not enabled?
I am experiencing it on more than one image.]]> ( I just need to remove the background) 
I have had sporadic results, if I do get it working, and pause to move view etc, it will not return or complete the definition path,, I get the above message?
 And The lasso symbol shows it is not enabled?
I am experiencing it on more than one image.]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Impression-au-format-impossible Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:02:09 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Impression-au-format-impossible Nouvel utilisateur de GIMP, j'utilise la version 3.2.4. Mais je n'arrive pas à configurer correctement l'impression des photos. En 10x15 l'impression est tronquée, malgré les differents essias faits
Un petit coup de main serait le bienvenue
Cordialement]]> Nouvel utilisateur de GIMP, j'utilise la version 3.2.4. Mais je n'arrive pas à configurer correctement l'impression des photos. En 10x15 l'impression est tronquée, malgré les differents essias faits
Un petit coup de main serait le bienvenue
Cordialement]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Disproportionate-torso-to-leg-length-correction Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:48:33 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Disproportionate-torso-to-leg-length-correction https://i.ibb.co/zVzt8HL6/zz-GIMP02-01.jpg

I need to use the GIMP software to lengthen his torso, and shorten his legs without changing his overall head-to-toe height and without touching his head and face.
I asked artificial intelligence (Google Gemini) about this and it suggested the use of the Cage Transform tool:
https://i.ibb.co/ynwDCLv5/zz-GIMP02-02.jpg

However, when I do this, it creates some crack lines or fault lines (or whatever you may call them):
https://i.ibb.co/pB5Zxch6/zz-GIMP02-03.jpg

How can I avoid this problem?

And first of all, is the cage Transform tool even the right tool to use for this?
How can I correct the disproportionate body image of this man?
What tool to use and how?

Please advise.
Thanks.
Nick]]> https://i.ibb.co/zVzt8HL6/zz-GIMP02-01.jpg

I need to use the GIMP software to lengthen his torso, and shorten his legs without changing his overall head-to-toe height and without touching his head and face.
I asked artificial intelligence (Google Gemini) about this and it suggested the use of the Cage Transform tool:
https://i.ibb.co/ynwDCLv5/zz-GIMP02-02.jpg

However, when I do this, it creates some crack lines or fault lines (or whatever you may call them):
https://i.ibb.co/pB5Zxch6/zz-GIMP02-03.jpg

How can I avoid this problem?

And first of all, is the cage Transform tool even the right tool to use for this?
How can I correct the disproportionate body image of this man?
What tool to use and how?

Please advise.
Thanks.
Nick]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-image-on-a-website-and-do-add-some-links-from-certain-points Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:24:43 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-image-on-a-website-and-do-add-some-links-from-certain-points

 
one question - can we use such a image - on a website - and do add some links from certain points. 
is  this doable - can we do something like this?
 
  hmmm - i will try to do that by creating an imagemap.
 

https://www.w3schools.com/html/html_images_imagemap.asp

see the image: 


  ####_the_Dots__1123.png (Size: 64.82 KB / Downloads: 256)

 Note: i only need links  from - let us say 10 points - that lead to other webpages. Is this possible?! 

what is aimed: i want to use the map in a wordpress page - and certain points should have a link to other pages.
can we do that!?



ps. Since i want to do such thinks in WordPress - i guess the following plugins may be of great help:

Draw Attention    Very popular and user-friendly. You can draw hotspots directly onto the image.    Focuses on ease of use; perfect for infographics and floor plans.

ImageLinks    Allows you to link areas of an image to links, videos, or other content.    Offers a drag-and-drop interface and extensive customization options.

so i hope this may be useful - also for others who are heading into the same  direction

ps. keep up this great forum -it rocks [img]data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7[/img]  [img]data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7[/img]

]]>

 
one question - can we use such a image - on a website - and do add some links from certain points. 
is  this doable - can we do something like this?
 
  hmmm - i will try to do that by creating an imagemap.
 

https://www.w3schools.com/html/html_images_imagemap.asp

see the image: 


  ####_the_Dots__1123.png (Size: 64.82 KB / Downloads: 256)

 Note: i only need links  from - let us say 10 points - that lead to other webpages. Is this possible?! 

what is aimed: i want to use the map in a wordpress page - and certain points should have a link to other pages.
can we do that!?



ps. Since i want to do such thinks in WordPress - i guess the following plugins may be of great help:

Draw Attention    Very popular and user-friendly. You can draw hotspots directly onto the image.    Focuses on ease of use; perfect for infographics and floor plans.

ImageLinks    Allows you to link areas of an image to links, videos, or other content.    Offers a drag-and-drop interface and extensive customization options.

so i hope this may be useful - also for others who are heading into the same  direction

ps. keep up this great forum -it rocks [img]data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7[/img]  [img]data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7[/img]

]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Picture-Repair Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:25:22 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Picture-Repair I have a picture I have got as far as selected a portion and prodused an Alpha channel. 
Part of the picture has fractured  item I need to make whole using the remaining existing part half  that is left.
What is the best tool to use to enable this? Clone or Healing tool maybe?
Any and all help gladly welcome.]]> I have a picture I have got as far as selected a portion and prodused an Alpha channel. 
Part of the picture has fractured  item I need to make whole using the remaining existing part half  that is left.
What is the best tool to use to enable this? Clone or Healing tool maybe?
Any and all help gladly welcome.]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-want-to-combine-some-of-the-dots-with-others-erase-the-rest Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:53:57 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-want-to-combine-some-of-the-dots-with-others-erase-the-rest
  the_Dots__1123.png (Size: 64.82 KB / Downloads: 167)

want to combine some of the dots with others erase the rest]]>
  the_Dots__1123.png (Size: 64.82 KB / Downloads: 167)

want to combine some of the dots with others erase the rest]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Can-t-move-or-transform-layer-without-edit-mask Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:21:26 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Can-t-move-or-transform-layer-without-edit-mask
Gimp 3.2.4

I added mask to layer. When I use any transform tools (move, rotate, scale etc) with mask selected icon everything works well, all affected to mask. But when I select layer icon all action affected on mask as well, even "Edit layer mask" unchecked

  Screenshot From 2026-07-20 12-18-10.png (Size: 55.9 KB / Downloads: 186) ]]>
Gimp 3.2.4

I added mask to layer. When I use any transform tools (move, rotate, scale etc) with mask selected icon everything works well, all affected to mask. But when I select layer icon all action affected on mask as well, even "Edit layer mask" unchecked

  Screenshot From 2026-07-20 12-18-10.png (Size: 55.9 KB / Downloads: 186) ]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Arrow-modules-don-t-work Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:30:59 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Arrow-modules-don-t-work I am trying to get arrows on GIMP 3.2.4 running under Ubuntu 22.04.

I have tried two modules:
* The script arrow_v3.scm (https://blog.weetech.ch/2025/10/how-to-d...lugin.html). I put it in "$/snap/gimp/560/.config/GIMP/3.0/scripts", made sure it is executable and restarted GIMP. It is supposed to show in the Tools menu, but nothing is there.
* The plug-in pl_stroke_arrows (https://github.com/Scallact/gimp-stroke-...me-ov-file). I put the folder in "$/snap/gimp/560/.config/GIMP/3.0/plug-ins", made sure that pl_stroke_arrows.py is executable and restarted GIMP. It is supposed to show in the Edit menu, but nothing is there.

Any idea about what the problem is? My GIMP is the French version, could that be it?

Thanks for your advice, John]]> I am trying to get arrows on GIMP 3.2.4 running under Ubuntu 22.04.

I have tried two modules:
* The script arrow_v3.scm (https://blog.weetech.ch/2025/10/how-to-d...lugin.html). I put it in "$/snap/gimp/560/.config/GIMP/3.0/scripts", made sure it is executable and restarted GIMP. It is supposed to show in the Tools menu, but nothing is there.
* The plug-in pl_stroke_arrows (https://github.com/Scallact/gimp-stroke-...me-ov-file). I put the folder in "$/snap/gimp/560/.config/GIMP/3.0/plug-ins", made sure that pl_stroke_arrows.py is executable and restarted GIMP. It is supposed to show in the Edit menu, but nothing is there.

Any idea about what the problem is? My GIMP is the French version, could that be it?

Thanks for your advice, John]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Change-Border-Color Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:15:28 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-Change-Border-Color
  border-color.png (Size: 7.7 KB / Downloads: 225)
It's harder than changing any of the other borders, because it's hard to discover the CSS class or selector that controls this border.]]>
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It's harder than changing any of the other borders, because it's hard to discover the CSS class or selector that controls this border.]]> https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-CSS-Border-on-Welcome-Dialog Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:38:31 +0000 https://www.gimp-forum.net/Thread-CSS-Border-on-Welcome-Dialog I have managed to change the other borders OK.
Can somebody please tell me the name of the selector or whatever controls the look of this border.]]> I have managed to change the other borders OK.
Can somebody please tell me the name of the selector or whatever controls the look of this border.]]>