{"id":238189,"date":"2026-07-13T03:39:59","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T03:39:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/a-brazilian-youtuber-recreates-photoshop-in-gimp-its-free-open-source-and-adobe-cant-stop-it\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T03:40:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T03:40:01","slug":"a-brazilian-youtuber-recreates-photoshop-in-gimp-its-free-open-source-and-adobe-cant-stop-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/a-brazilian-youtuber-recreates-photoshop-in-gimp-its-free-open-source-and-adobe-cant-stop-it\/","title":{"rendered":"A Brazilian YouTuber Recreates Photoshop in GIMP: It&#8217;s Free, Open Source, and Adobe Can&#8217;t Stop It"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div>\n<p>Looking for a powerful photo editor without the hefty price tag? GIMP has emerged as a leading free and open-source alternative to Photoshop. However, those accustomed to Adobe&#8217;s interface might find GIMP&#8217;s layout and functionality a bit daunting. Enter <a rel=\"noopener, noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/Diolinux\/PhotoGIMP\" target=\"_blank\">PhotoGIMP<\/a>, a transformative solution designed to bridge this gap. It&#8217;s a free patch that adapts GIMP&#8217;s interface, shortcuts, and settings, making the transition from Photoshop to GIMP smoother.<\/p>\n<h2>What Exactly is PhotoGIMP?<\/h2>\n<p>PhotoGIMP is not merely a standalone application but a set of configuration files that alter the default GIMP environment. The brainchild of Dionatan Simioni, known as <a rel=\"noopener, noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCEf5U1dB5a2e2S-XUlnhxSA\" target=\"_blank\">Diolinux<\/a>, this project is distributed under GPL-3.0 license on GitHub. It can be freely used, modified, and shared, showcasing the spirit of open-source software.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that PhotoGIMP doesn&#8217;t introduce new functionalities into GIMP, nor does it replicate Photoshop entirely. Instead, it aims for an interface that is <strong>easy to use for those transitioning from Photoshop<\/strong>. At its core, users are still working with GIMP, maintaining both its strengths and weaknesses.<\/p>\n<h2>What Changes Does PhotoGIMP Bring?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-large article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n<p>   <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/A-Brazilian-YouTuber-Recreates-Photoshop-in-GIMP-Its-Free-Open.png\" alt=\"Photo GIMP 3\"\/>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>PhotoGIMP introduces several enhancements to the user experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tool Layout:<\/strong> Icons and panels are rearranged to resemble the familiar layout of Photoshop, minimizing the learning curve.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keyboard Shortcuts:<\/strong> Keybinds align with Adobe&#8217;s official documentation for Windows, helping users retain muscle memory from years of using Photoshop.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Canvas Usage:<\/strong> Default settings are modified to maximize visible workspace, enhancing usability.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Welcome Screen and Icon:<\/strong> A customized start screen and an updated launcher icon for Linux offer a refreshing look.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Default Language:<\/strong> The patch sets English as the default language, easily changeable within the settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Install PhotoGIMP<\/h2>\n<p>The installation process varies by operating system, but the basic logic remains the same. First, you must <a rel=\"noopener, noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gimp.org\/downloads\/\" target=\"_blank\">install GIMP<\/a> and open it once to generate configuration folders, which PhotoGIMP will then replace.<\/p>\n<p><strong>On Linux:<\/strong> Designed primarily for GIMP installed via <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.genbeta.com\/linux\/flatpack-quiere-revolucionar-la-instalacion-de-apps-en-linux-con-paquetes-universales-que-funcionan-en-cualquier-distro\" target=\"_blank\">Flatpak<\/a>, download the Linux version of PhotoGIMP, extract it, and place the files in hidden folders <em>.config<\/em> and <em>.local<\/em>. It also works with installations from other managers like <em>apt<\/em> or <em>dnf<\/em>, given the config folder location is consistent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>On Windows:<\/strong> Open Run (Win + R), type <em>%APPDATA%GIMP<\/em>, then copy the contents of the downloaded PhotoGIMP folder into that directory.<\/p>\n<p><strong>On macOS:<\/strong> Place the configuration files in <em>~\/Library\/Application Support\/GIMP<\/em>, accessed with Cmd + Shift + G.<\/p>\n<p>Always back up the original settings folder before making changes, as PhotoGIMP overwrites previous configurations. Uninstalling is straightforward: delete the configuration folder and reopen GIMP to revert to factory settings.<\/p>\n<h2>Understand GIMP&#8217;s Limits<\/h2>\n<p>PhotoGIMP aims to ease the transition for Photoshop users. For those unsure about diving into GIMP due to its differences from Adobe&#8217;s platform, this patch offers reassurance. However, it&#8217;s crucial to remember that it&#8217;s still GIMP at its core, and the tool retains both strengths and weaknesses.<\/p>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t require advanced professional tools that Photoshop offers\u2014like detailed color management or complex editorial features\u2014GIMP, especially with PhotoGIMP, is more than sufficient. Since version 3.0, GIMP also supports non-destructive adjustment layers, adding significant functionality.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"desvio-container\">\n<div class=\"desvio\">\n<div class=\"desvio-figure js-desvio-figure\">\n     <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/A-Brazilian-YouTuber-Recreates-Photoshop-in-GIMP-Its-Free-Open.jpeg\" alt=\"AI tools for image creation\"\/>\n   <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>With over 13,000 stars on GitHub and extensive community support, PhotoGIMP proves to be an outstanding alternative to the expensive Photoshop subscription, especially for users who can adapt to GIMP&#8217;s offerings. Plus, there&#8217;s no need for any accounts or subscriptions; all work is stored locally. Installation and uninstallation are seamless, merely requiring the copying or deleting of a folder.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a powerful photo editor without the hefty price tag? GIMP has emerged as a leading free and open-source alternative to Photoshop. However, those accustomed to Adobe&#8217;s interface might find GIMP&#8217;s layout and functionality a bit daunting. Enter PhotoGIMP, a transformative solution designed to bridge this gap. 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