Simple tools for simple tasks

You can use FireAlpaca to create quick animations for your projects. Suppose you are looking for a program to create animations you can use for professional projects. You will need to consider Adobe Animate or Procreate, to name a few. However, if you want a quick and simple animation, follow these ...

You can make GIMP brushes by changing an image or a drawing to grayscale mode and saving the document in the GIMP brush format in the correct location. This is a great technique to learn if you can't find the right brush in the program or if you want to create a custom stamp or brush for your projec...

To Crop in Krita, you simply need to select the Crop Tool, adjust the settings, and then drag the crop box to cut the image or layer. Creating a simple crop is easy in Krita, but you can take it further by using the settings to create a more specific crop. Here is the simple process to crop an image...

To apply a filter to all the layers in GIMP, you first need to apply the filter to one layer, then use the shortcut Control/Command + F to repeat it for the remaining layers. The other way is to merge your layers before adding a filter, but you should take a few extra steps in that method.  While G...

To scale multiple layers in GIMP, you need to group the layers together or link them since you can’t select multiple layers in the program. Working with layers allows you to add depth to your design, and scaling (or transforming) several layers simultaneously saves you time. Whether you want to re...

To save your image as a PNG in GIMP, navigate to "File" and select "Export As...". In the subsequent window, choose PNG from the available file types. We've provided a detailed step-by-step guide in the following article to ensure a seamless process for you. How to save your Image as PNG in GIMP Exp...

Adobe Photoshop is the industry standard when it comes to photo editing software. However, there are many reasons why you may need an alternative to Photoshop. Luckily, there are several options to choose from, such as Luminar Neo, Affinity Photo, Canva, Photopea, and more. Whether you are looking f...

There are many reasons why you can’t move a layer in GIMP, such as the Move Tool being set incorrectly, locked layers, or masks selected. Luckily, there are easy fixes for all these problems, which you can use to get back to editing in no time. Here are 6 of the main reasons why you may not be abl...