Open-source GIMP reskin gives it a familiar Photoshop look without the hefty fee
PhotoGIMP gives GIMP 3.0 a Photoshop-style layout, familiar keyboard shortcuts, and cleaner workspace tweaks for users moving away from Adobe’s editor.
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This open-source Photoshop lookalike starts with good old GIMP
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Switching from Photoshop to GIMP might feel like a big move. Everything is suddenly in the wrong place, and the UI could feel alien. This is exactly where PhotoGIMP comes in. PhotoGIMP is a free, community-driven patch for GIMP 3.0 and newer that reshapes the open-source image editor into something much more familiar for Photoshop users.
It doesn’t turn GIMP into Adobe Photoshop. The patch just shakes up the layout, shortcuts, and app identity to match Photoshop, so that new users don’t feel lost on day one.
Why PhotoGIMP is great for new users
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The biggest appeal is the interface. PhotoGIMP reorganizes GIMP’s tools to mimic the layout Photoshop users are used to, while also maximizing canvas space by adjusting default settings. It also adds a custom splash screen, custom icon and app name, and a dedicated desktop launcher on Linux.
The keyboard shortcuts are another highlight. PhotoGIMP can map shortcuts to follow Adobe’s official Photoshop documentation for Windows, which should make basic editing feel less alien if muscle memory is still wired around Adobe’s tools. This is a powerful tool since GIMP has always been a great free alternative to Photoshop, but its interface can be intimidating for people used to Photoshop’s workflow.
Free, open-source, and a little DIY
Keep in mind that PhotoGIMP is not a standalone Photoshop clone. It is just a patch that overwrites GIMP’s configuration files. The project specifically says that users need to install GIMP first, open it once so it creates its config folders, close it, and then apply the PhotoGIMP files.
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The project supports Linux, Windows, and macOS, with separate installation instructions for each. You’re also advised to back up any of your existing GIMP settings first, since PhotoGIMP replaces configuration files like shortcuts, tool ordering, dock layout, session settings, templates, and theme tweaks.
PhotoGIMP won’t give you Adobe’s cloud features like generative AI tools or full Photoshop compatibility. Professional users may still run into gaps depending on their workflows. But the free and open-source platform becoming a little more accessible can be useful for many.
Vikhyaat Vivek is a tech journalist and reviewer with seven years of experience covering consumer hardware, with a focus on…
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