Anyone out there who has a less than stellar digital photo knows that there are many different tools and applications that can help users with photo editing and retouching or even photo manipulation. However most of these programs such as PhotoShop come with a very high price tag as well as large computing requirements. Most average users do not need all of the bells and whistles of programs such as PhotoShop and relatively few want to spend the money for this program.
Fortunately there is a program out there than can fulfill the needs of these users, and even those of higher-end users. GIMP, GNU Image Manipulation Program, is a perfect alternative, not only because it is free, but it also provides many high-end photo manipulation and retouching features. The product is perfect for bloggers looking to update their logo, add a digital file, or using the animation features to make short videos, once you the Xvid download.
It is offered free as part of the Open Source, GNU General Public License community. It has won awards, as well as accolades from its user base. In fact, many professional designers and artists have been known to use GIMP over PhotoShop and other such programs.
GIMP can be used in several different ways. It can be used as a paint program or as a photo retouching program. It also has the ability to be a batch photo processing system. It will also render photos on a mass production scale, as well as having the ability to convert photo formats.
GIMP is easily customizable to individual user needs and tastes. There are widgets, customized icons and custom tool sets. The program uses modules or docks that will allow a user to toggle back and forth between images and open panes. It also has a preview feature that allows the user to see changes being made before actually having the program make those changes.
GIMP is a great program for anyone — amateur or professional — looking for a great photo editing application.
