●GIMP is an acronym for GNU Image Manipulation Program .
● It is a freely distributed program for such tasks as photo retouching, image composition and image authoring.
● The terms of usage and rules about copying are clearly listed in the GNU General Public License.
● GIMP provides a comprehensive toolbox for
performing basic tasks such as selections,drawings,
color picker, and many more. It provides many tools
within its toolbox.
● A tool is a way of operating on images. It indicates the
specified action on hovering the cursor over the icon.
A toolbox has several icons; each icon is a separate
tool. To activate a tool, left-click on it or use key
shortcuts.
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