To rotate a canvas 90 degrees in GIMP, use the Image → Transform → Rotate 90° Clockwise (or Counter-Clockwise) option. This will rotate the entire image and canvas by the specified angle.
Detailed Steps for Rotating the Canvas
Here's a breakdown of how to rotate your canvas in GIMP:
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Open your image: Launch GIMP and open the image you want to rotate. You can do this by going to File → Open and selecting your image.
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Navigate to the Transform Menu: In the GIMP menu bar at the top of the screen, click on Image. This will open a dropdown menu.
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Select Transform: In the Image menu, hover over Transform. Another submenu will appear.
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Choose your rotation direction: In the Transform submenu, you'll see options to rotate the image. Choose either:
- Rotate 90° Clockwise: Rotates the image 90 degrees in a clockwise direction.
- Rotate 90° Counter-Clockwise: Rotates the image 90 degrees in a counter-clockwise direction.
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Observe the Change: GIMP will immediately rotate the canvas and the image within it according to your selection.
Additional Rotation Options
GIMP also provides other rotation options beyond 90-degree increments:
- Arbitrary Rotation: If you need a specific rotation angle, use Image → Transform → Arbitrary Rotation. This allows you to enter a precise angle in degrees.
- Other Transform Tools: The "Tools" menu contains tools for rotating selections, layers, or paths. These are useful for rotating parts of the image, rather than the entire canvas.
Example Scenario
Imagine you've scanned a document, but it's oriented sideways. By using the "Rotate 90° Clockwise" or "Rotate 90° Counter-Clockwise" option, you can quickly reorient the document for easier viewing and editing.
In summary, rotating your canvas 90 degrees in GIMP is a straightforward process using the Image → Transform menu. Choose the appropriate rotation direction (clockwise or counter-clockwise) to achieve the desired result.
