Im new here. I have a couple questions please

[robster]

GIMP Version: 2.8.14
Operating System: Windows
GIMP Experience: New User

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Hello everyone I'm rob and i'm new here.
I have a pretty basic question well i guess i have two. First, How do I doc the tools in a little window on the side
two:layers, My goal is to have two layers. The top layer ill erase an area I want the bottom layer to be seen through. In photoshop this was pretty straight forward so i'm in need of assistance please


Rob

[ofnuts]

For question one, best looks at videos, search for "Gimp dock" (with a "k") on youtube.

For question two, it is also straightforward in Gimp, make sure the layer has an alpha channel (Layer>Transparency>Add alpha channel) so that the eraser makes a hole in it instead of filling with the background color.

[racer-x]

Easiest way to add an Alpha Channel is to right-click on the layer and select "Add alpha channel" before you start erasing.

Get used to right-clicking everywhere, most of Gimps options can be accessed that way. Gimp versions 2.10x allow you to edit preferences to make all imported images have alpha channel by default. I don't think Gimp 2.8x allows that though.

[sallyanne]

Welcome Rob, to Gimp Chat.

[robster]

thanks
sallyanne, racer-x and ofnuts for taking the time to help me.I know these thing are probably trivial to you but ill get there. your input helped a lot!

Thanks again
Rob
AKA Robster

[Erisian]

thanks
sallyanne, racer-x and ofnuts for taking the time to help me.I know these thing are probably trivial to you but ill get there. your input helped a lot!

Thanks again
Rob
AKA Robster

Nothing is trivial. Einstein once remarked that the only stupid question is the one that isn't asked.