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
- Navigate to the image menu bar at the top of the GIMP window.
- Click Layer.
- 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.
- Ensure the Layers panel is visible. If it's not, go to Windows > Dockable Dialogs > Layers.
- Select the layer you want to delete in the Layers panel.
- Right-click on the selected layer to open the context menu.
- Choose Delete Layer from the context menu.
Alternatively, you can:
- Select the layer you want to delete in the Layers panel.
- 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.