GNU Paint

GNU Paint, often abbreviated as Gpaint, is a simple, free, open-source paint program for the GNOME desktop environment and other X Window System compatible desktops. It is designed to be an easy-to-use and lightweight alternative to more feature-rich image editors.

Primarily intended for beginners and those with basic image editing needs, GNU Paint offers a limited set of tools for drawing, painting, and basic image manipulation. These tools typically include options for creating lines, shapes, text, and freehand drawings, as well as features for filling areas with color, using an eraser, and selecting portions of an image.

GNU Paint supports standard image formats, allowing users to open, edit, and save images in formats such as BMP, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and others. While it lacks advanced features such as layers, complex filters, and sophisticated color management, its simplicity makes it a suitable choice for simple tasks like creating basic drawings, editing screenshots, and performing minor image adjustments.

The software is licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL), ensuring that it remains free and open-source. As such, it is freely distributable and modifiable by users.