To unlink layers in GIMP, simply click the chain icon next to the layer you want to unlink in the Layers panel.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
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Locate the Layers Panel: The Layers panel is usually located on the right side of the GIMP window. If you don't see it, go to
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Identify Linked Layers: Linked layers have a chain icon displayed next to their names in the Layers panel. This indicates they are grouped for operations like moving or transforming.
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Unlink the Layers: To unlink a layer, simply click on the chain icon next to that specific layer's name. The chain icon will disappear, indicating that the layer is no longer linked. You will need to do this for each layer you want to unlink.
In Summary: Unlinking layers in GIMP involves clicking the chain icon associated with each linked layer in the Layers panel to remove the link.
