Watch Folder and load image as layer

neuru · **Joined:** Jun 04, 2020 **Posts:** 6

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

Hi

I wish to setup GIMP to watch a folder and load files as layers in GIMP when picture arrives. What is the best way to do it automatically?

I have tried the menu item “File -> Open As Layer” but it needs human interaction.
I have also tried the batch mode but it can run once only. I can not open additional picture the 2nd time ...

Thanks!

ofnuts · **Joined:** Oct 25, 2010 **Posts:** 4750

You can write a plugin that runs in the background and periodically lists all the file in a directory and loads the new ones in the image it was started from. On Linux you don't even need to poll, there are services to notify you when a file is created in directories you specify. Maybe this kind of service is also available in Windows.

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