GIMP

🔹 1. Introduction to GIMP

• What is GIMP and its uses?

• Comparison with Photoshop and other editors

• Installing GIMP on Windows/Linux

• User interface overview (Toolbox, Layers, Canvas, etc.)

• Understanding file formats (.XCF, .PNG, .JPG, etc.)

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🔹 2. Basic Tools & Functions

• Move, Scale, Rotate, Crop, Flip

• Selection tools: Rectangle, Ellipse, Free Select, Fuzzy Select

• Color picker, Bucket fill, Gradient tool

• Zooming and navigation basics

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🔹 3. Layers and Layer Management

• What are layers and why are they important?

• Adding, duplicating, merging layers

• Opacity and blending modes

• Layer masks and transparency

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🔹 4. Image Editing and Retouching

• Cropping and resizing images

• Adjusting brightness, contrast, hue, saturation

• Red-eye removal and blemish correction

• Sharpening and blurring parts of an image

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🔹 5. Text and Typography

• Adding and editing text layers

• Customizing fonts, sizes, and alignment

• Text on paths or shapes

• Creating logos or quote posters

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🔹 6. Working with Brushes

• Using different brush types

• Creating custom brushes

• Brush dynamics (opacity, size, pressure)

• Painting and doodling creatively

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🔹 7. Drawing and Shape Tools

• Creating shapes (rectangle, ellipse, polygon)

• Freehand drawing

• Stroke and fill options

• Paths tool and Bezier curves

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🔹 8. Selections and Cutouts

• Selecting objects precisely

• Feathering and refining edges

• Background removal techniques

• Creating transparent backgrounds

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🔹 9. Filters and Effects

• Artistic filters (cartoon, oil paint, etc.)

• Blur, Sharpen, Noise filters

• Distorts, Lighting effects

• Applying drop shadows and glows

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🔹 10. Photo Manipulation

• Face swaps or object replacements

• Collage creation

• Changing backgrounds

• Color correction and retouch workflows

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🔹 11. Exporting and Saving Projects

• Saving in .XCF (GIMP native) format

• Exporting to PNG, JPG, PDF, etc.

• Quality vs. file size settings

• Preparing images for web use

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🔹 12. Advanced Features

• Using layer masks and clipping

• GIMP scripts and plug-ins

• Batch editing (multiple image changes)

• Animation basics using layers (GIFs)

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🔹 13. Real-World Projects

• Poster and banner creation

• Photo restoration (old photo cleanup)

• YouTube thumbnails and social media posts

• Certificate or ID card design

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🔹 14. Keyboard Shortcuts and Productivity Tips

• Frequently used shortcuts (Ctrl+Z, Shift+Click, etc.)

• Customizing the workspace

• Tool presets and quick access

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🔹 15. GIMP vs Other Tools

• Differences and similarities with:

o Adobe Photoshop

o Canva (for basic users)

o Krita (digital art)

o Inkscape (vector vs raster)