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How do I delete layers in GIMP?

Published in GIMP Layers 2 mins read

You can delete layers in GIMP in a couple of ways, either through the Layer menu or directly in the Layers panel.

Deleting Layers via the Layer Menu

  1. Navigate to the image menu bar at the top of the GIMP window.
  2. Click Layer.
  3. Select Delete Layer. This will remove the currently selected layer.

Deleting Layers via the Layers Panel

The Layers panel provides a more visual and direct way to delete layers.

  1. Ensure the Layers panel is visible. If it's not, go to Windows > Dockable Dialogs > Layers.
  2. Select the layer you want to delete in the Layers panel.
  3. Right-click on the selected layer to open the context menu.
  4. Choose Delete Layer from the context menu.

Alternatively, you can:

  1. Select the layer you want to delete in the Layers panel.
  2. Click the trash can icon (Delete Layer) located at the bottom of the Layers panel. This icon is usually a small image of a trash can.

These methods provide you with flexibility in removing unwanted layers, streamlining your image editing process within GIMP.

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