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Class 8 - GIMP

GIMP is a comprehensive image manipulation program that features a customizable main window, toolbox with various editing tools, and an image window for viewing and editing images. Key functionalities include resizing, cropping, rotating, enhancing photographs, and removing unwanted objects. Mastering these tools and techniques can significantly improve your image editing skills.

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Class 8 - GIMP

GIMP is a comprehensive image manipulation program that features a customizable main window, toolbox with various editing tools, and an image window for viewing and editing images. Key functionalities include resizing, cropping, rotating, enhancing photographs, and removing unwanted objects. Mastering these tools and techniques can significantly improve your image editing skills.

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GIMP (GNU IMAGE MANIPULATION PROGRAM)

1. Main Windows

 What is the Main Window?


o When you open GIMP, the main window consists of several sections that
provide access to tools, menus, and the workspace.
o The main window typically contains:
 Menu Bar: Located at the top, it contains options like File, Edit,
Image, Layers, Tools, etc.
 Toolbox: Contains all the tools for editing the image.
 Image Window: The area where you view and work on the image.
 Status Bar: Provides information about the current state of the
image, such as the zoom level or cursor position.
 Arrangement:
o GIMP allows you to customize the layout of the windows. You can
separate windows (such as the toolbox and image window) or combine
them in a single window.

2. The Toolbox

 What is the Toolbox?


o The toolbox is a collection of tools located on the left side of the GIMP
window. It provides easy access to various tools for image manipulation.
 Common Tools in the Toolbox:
o Move Tool: Moves layers or selections in the image.
o Selection Tools: Selects areas of the image for editing (e.g., Rectangular
Select, Elliptical Select, Fuzzy Select).
o Paint Tools: Includes tools like the Brush Tool, Pencil Tool, and Fill
Tool for drawing and coloring.
o Transform Tools: Used to rotate, scale, and flip the image (e.g., Scale
Tool, Rotate Tool).
o Text Tool: Adds text to the image.
o Crop Tool: Crops part of the image.
o Eraser Tool: Erases parts of the image or layer.

3. Image Window

 What is the Image Window?


o The image window displays the current image you're working on. It
shows the contents of the image in full size (depending on the zoom level)
and allows you to make edits.
o The image window can have multiple tabs if you have several images
open in GIMP at once.
 Zoom & Navigation:
o You can zoom in and out to view your image in more detail using the
zoom tool or by pressing Ctrl + Scroll.
o You can also move around the image by holding down the spacebar and
dragging the mouse.

4. Changing the Size of an Image

 How to Change the Size:


o To resize an image, go to Image > Scale Image from the menu.
o In the Scale Image dialog box, you can adjust the image's Width and
Height. You can maintain the aspect ratio (proportional resizing) by
clicking the lock icon between width and height.
o Click Scale to apply the changes.
 Resizing for Web/Print:
o To ensure your image is ready for the web or print, make sure the
resolution is set correctly (e.g., 72 DPI for web, 300 DPI for print).

5. Cropping an Image

 What is Cropping?
o Cropping removes unwanted outer areas of the image.
 How to Crop:
o Select the Crop Tool from the toolbox (or press Shift + C).
o Click and drag to select the area you want to keep.
o After making the selection, press Enter to crop the image.
 Tips for Cropping:
o Use the Aspect Ratio option in the tool options to crop the image to a
specific ratio (e.g., 4:3 or 16:9).

6. Finding Info About an Image

 How to Find Image Information:


o To view information about your image, go to Image > Image Properties
from the menu.
o This will show details like the image’s dimensions (width and height),
resolution, and color space.
 Metadata:
o GIMP also allows you to view EXIF data for photos (camera settings, date
taken, etc.) by going to Image > Metadata > View Metadata.

7. Flipping an Image

 How to Flip:
o To flip the image horizontally or vertically, go to Image > Transform >
Flip Horizontally or Flip Vertically.
o This is useful for creating mirror images or reversing the orientation of
your picture.

8. Rotating an Image

 How to Rotate:
o To rotate the image, go to Image > Transform > Rotate.
o In the Rotate dialog, you can enter a specific angle or rotate the image by
90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise.
 Rotate Tool:
o You can also use the Rotate Tool from the toolbox to rotate a selected
part of the image or layer.

9. Enhancing Photographs

 Adjusting Brightness and Contrast:


o To enhance the photo’s appearance, go to Colors > Brightness-
Contrast. Adjust the sliders for brightness and contrast to improve the
lighting and details of the image.
 Using Auto Enhance:
o You can also use Colors > Auto > White Balance or Auto Enhance for
automatic adjustments that improve the image.

10. Improving Composition

 Cropping for Better Composition:


o Cropping is one way to improve the composition by removing distracting
elements or focusing on the main subject.
 Using the Rule of Thirds:
o The Grid can be enabled from View > Show Grid to help apply the Rule
of Thirds for better image composition.

11. Improving Colours

 Color Balance:
o Go to Colors > Color Balance to adjust the colors in the image. You can
modify the color balance for highlights, midtones, and shadows.
 Hue-Saturation-Lightness (HSL):
o Adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Lightness of the image using Colors >
Hue-Saturation to create more vibrant or toned-down images.
 Curves and Levels:
o To refine the colors, you can use the Curves and Levels tools in Colors >
Curves and Colors > Levels to adjust brightness and color channels in
detail.

12. Adjusting Sharpness

 How to Adjust Sharpness:


o To sharpen an image, go to Filters > Enhance > Sharpen or use the
Unsharp Mask for more control.
o This will enhance the details and make edges more defined in the image.
 When to Use Sharpness:
o Sharpness is especially useful when you want to highlight the fine details
of an image, such as textures or small objects.

13. Removing Unwanted Objects

 Using the Clone Tool:


o Select the Clone Tool from the toolbox (press C).
o Hold down the Ctrl key and click on an area of the image to sample it.
Then, paint over the unwanted object.
 Using the Healing Tool:
o The Healing Tool works similarly to the Clone Tool but automatically
blends the sampled area with the surrounding pixels, making the removal
more seamless.
 Content-Aware Removal (Resynthesizer Plugin):
o You can install the Resynthesizer plugin for more advanced content-
aware removal, which automatically fills in the area with matching textures
from the surrounding image.

Conclusion:

GIMP is a powerful and versatile tool for image editing. With its wide range of features,
you can manipulate images, enhance photographs, and improve compositions.
Understanding basic tools like cropping, rotating, adjusting colors, and removing
unwanted objects will help you get the most out of your images.

Quick Tip: Practice regularly with different tools in GIMP to get familiar with image
manipulation techniques and enhance your skills in digital art and photo editing!

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