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GIMP – Open Source Image Editing Powerhouse

(4/5)
Review by Joshua Morris on
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Review

GIMP isn't here to win a beauty contest; it's here to get work done. For developers who need to clean up screenshots, build simple UI mockups, or create graphics for docs and blogs, it's more than enough. Layers, masks, filters, export presets – it's all there, without monthly fees quietly draining your budget. The UI takes a bit of adjustment, but once you learn the basics, it's a reliable workhorse.

✓ Pros

  • ✓Feature-rich editor with layers, masks, and filters
  • ✓Perfect for blog images, UI snippets, and quick graphic work
  • ✓Completely free and open source with no lock-in
  • ✓Runs on all major desktop platforms

✗ Cons

  • ✗Interface can feel clunky compared to modern commercial tools

Specifications

TypeOpen source raster image editor
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
Typical Use CasesScreenshot cleanup, UI mockups, blog graphics, basic photo editing
File FormatsSupports common formats like PNG, JPG, GIF, PSD (partial)
ToolingBrushes, filters, transformations, layers, masks

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