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    Review GIMPShop

    Are you looking for a quality photo editor but don't want to spend money for now? Well, then, you should know that there are many alternatives in this field that, without reaching the excellence of Photoshop, of course, can still offer very good results. GIMPShop is one of them, and in this review, we will show you the features of why more and more users choose it.

    GIMPShop is nothing more than a photo editor, one that is based on the GIMP known by many users but that has been specially adapted to offer an incredible resemblance to the main reference in this segment. In fact, at an aesthetic level, you will find that the similarities between Photoshop and this product are remarkable, making it intuitive in general terms.

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    How it works

    In case you have never used Photoshop before, you should know that there are two toolbars, one on each side of the image, from which you can launch the main functions of this application. Below them, you will find customization or configuration possibilities to adapt the most common parameters, such as transparency, color, texture, etc.

    As we could expect from any program that pretends to compete with the best image and photo editors, GIMPShop will allow you to work with layer systems and independent channels, greatly improving the results. Not only that, but it also has a library of GTK+ type graphic controls, something not so common.

    What image formats can I edit from GIMPShop? Most of the formats we consider common these days since it has support, for example, JPEG, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. The support it offers is generally very advanced, so you will hardly need to convert any image format to open it in this service.

    Another thing about GIMPShop that we liked a lot is that it will save you a lot of time processing images in batches. That is to say, if you want to make the same modification on a large number of photographs or image files, you have to select them as a group and then make those retouches to apply to the entire content. This way, you will avoid having to do it individually.

    Even if you notice that some function or option that should be in GIMPShop is not integrated, you should know that you can improve the program by using and downloading all kinds of plugins and add-ons available from its menus. This is not a minor detail because many of the plugins and add-ons we have seen are interesting, downloaded, and installed in seconds.

    As for GIMPShop's user interface, we have already mentioned above that the resemblance with Photoshop is undeniable, and in fact, its developers have pursued this goal to make it much easier to use. Consequently, we must say that the design is well achieved, and above all, it is very intuitive for those with some experience in the field.

    To take into account

    From the indisputable success of GIMPShop, we have many possibilities to take advantage of this utility, taking into account that it has not only versions for other operating systems other than Windows, such as Linux or Mac, but also it has a portable variant, runs it on our usual PC, or several, from a pen drive, avoiding the always annoying installation process.

    The best

    GIMPShop has all kinds of positive features, encompassed in the fact that it is a photo and image editor that offers professional results without forcing us to make any money outlay. Beyond that, we especially appreciate its compatibility with all file formats and its portable version to take it with us everywhere.

    The worst thing

    Although this is not a defect, it is true that to take advantage of GIMPShop's functions, we need to have a little more advanced knowledge than any initial user. That is to say, if you only use it once or for a couple of images, you might want to look for a simpler alternative.

    Rating

    GIMPShop is probably one of the two or three best free alternatives to Photoshop, a perfect way to enter the world of photo editing without having to invest money that we do not know if we will be able to recover later, but getting the same perfection in the results that the Adobe tool can offer us. As it is a free service, try it to see if it is useful.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is GIMPShop downloadable for Windows 10?
    Yes, this software can be downloaded and is compatible with Windows 10.
    What operating systems is it compatible with?
    This software is compatible with the following 32-bit Windows operating systems:
    Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Me, Windows 2003, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 98.
    Here you can download the 32-bit version of GIMPShop.
    Is it compatible with 64-bit operating systems?
    Yes, although there is no special 64-bit version, so you can download the 32-bit version and run it on 64-bit Windows operating systems.
    What files do I need to download to install this software on my Windows PC?
    To install GIMPShop on your PC, you have to download the gimpshop_2.2.8_fix1_setup.exe file to your Windows and install it.
    Is GIMPShop free?
    Yes, this program is free so you will be able to use it without any limitations, and without additional cost.
    Also, this software is open source, which means that you will be able to download the source code of the program, and if you are knowledgeable enough, you will be able to see how the software works internally and modify its functionality.
    Are there alternatives and programs similar to GIMPShop?
    Yes, here you can see similar programs and alternatives.
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