Photoshop alternatives for Linux?
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Hallo, @Orsen .....and "Welcome" to the friendliest Linux forum on the web!
Um.....OK. Photoshop, huh? TBH, if you're looking for a Photoshop equivalent, it's something of a "no-brainer". Without a doubt, there's only one serious contender.....and that's the G.I.M.P (the GNU Image Manipulation Program).
You'll find the workflow is somewhat different, but for matching the power and capablility of the former, the G.I.M.P is the only one that really comes close. They're both raster graphics apps, and they both manipulate images in much the same way.......the biggest complaint from long-term PS users is that their cherished, long-used "workflow" doesn't translate directly from one to the other.
Menus/sub-menus are laid out differently. Functions are named differently, and may be grouped in different locations together. These are, however, minor niggles; it's just a case of learning where things are, and once you have, you'll be glad you took the trouble to do so.
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I've been using the two of them alongside each other for many years. I actually bought CS2 back in the day, and used it for several years under Win XP. A year later, I started experimenting with the Windows port of the G.I.M.P - at the time, it was rather ham-strung compared to its Linux 'native' cousin, although it still served to give me an idea. I liked it, and persevered with it.
Fast-forward to today, and I've got so handy with the pair of 'em, I can switch apps mid-project & carry on without missing a beat. Yes, PS has a few tricks up its sleeve that are missing from the G.I.M.P, but then the latter has some unique functions not found in Photoshop. Swings & roundabouts; I use whatever's appropriate for the current project.
Fortunately, CS2 is one of the very last 'Creative Suites' that runs virtually 100% under WINE, the Linux-based Windows 'emulation' layer.....so I can use both here in "Puppy" Linux. I've been Windows-free for well over a decade; to tell the truth, I don't miss it one little bit.
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Mike.
Um.....OK. Photoshop, huh? TBH, if you're looking for a Photoshop equivalent, it's something of a "no-brainer". Without a doubt, there's only one serious contender.....and that's the G.I.M.P (the GNU Image Manipulation Program).
You'll find the workflow is somewhat different, but for matching the power and capablility of the former, the G.I.M.P is the only one that really comes close. They're both raster graphics apps, and they both manipulate images in much the same way.......the biggest complaint from long-term PS users is that their cherished, long-used "workflow" doesn't translate directly from one to the other.
Menus/sub-menus are laid out differently. Functions are named differently, and may be grouped in different locations together. These are, however, minor niggles; it's just a case of learning where things are, and once you have, you'll be glad you took the trouble to do so.
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Fast-forward to today, and I've got so handy with the pair of 'em, I can switch apps mid-project & carry on without missing a beat. Yes, PS has a few tricks up its sleeve that are missing from the G.I.M.P, but then the latter has some unique functions not found in Photoshop. Swings & roundabouts; I use whatever's appropriate for the current project.
Fortunately, CS2 is one of the very last 'Creative Suites' that runs virtually 100% under WINE, the Linux-based Windows 'emulation' layer.....so I can use both here in "Puppy" Linux. I've been Windows-free for well over a decade; to tell the truth, I don't miss it one little bit.
Stick around. It's nice to have you on board. Swing by the Member Introductions section, and tell us a wee bit about yourself!
Mike.
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CaffeineAddict
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GIMP is the best alternative.
There are only few features that you won't find but exist in Photoshop.
There are only few features that you won't find but exist in Photoshop.
Absolutely the GIMP. I've been using it for a very long time. It has layers, filters and plugins that will keep 99% of people happy for a very long time. If you're missing something you can even write your own filter in python.
ChatGPT said:
If you're seeking Photoshop alternatives for Linux, here are some noteworthy options:
These alternatives provide robust features that can cater to various image editing needs on Linux systems.
If you're seeking Photoshop alternatives for Linux, here are some noteworthy options:
- GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program): A powerful, open-source image editor offering a wide range of features suitable for professional photo retouching and image composition.
- Krita: Originally designed for digital painting, Krita has evolved into a versatile tool that also supports image editing tasks, making it a viable alternative to Photoshop.
- Photopea: A web-based application that closely mimics Photoshop's interface and functionality, allowing for convenient editing directly in your browser.
These alternatives provide robust features that can cater to various image editing needs on Linux systems.
