GIMP Version: 2.8.4
Operating System: Windows
GIMP Experience: Advanced Level

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Alright finally to ask some question that have been boggling me for a long time and hopefully an expert can shed some light on to the subject. Before I address the questions, they are a bit all over the place but I'll go ahead and list them.


1 - What is the deal/story about GIMP's CMYK? Why is it that it does not get recognition to be part of an industry standard whereas other opensource software like Blender can?

2 - Why is it that when I create a text in GIMP and then I add a Layer Style like a Bevel and Emboss, GIMP creates 3 extra layers in the Layer Panel to perform the function. Whereas in Photoshop if I was to the same thing, the Bevel and Emboss would show on canvas and will only be on a Single Layer.

3 - When I add a Layer style the first time for a text (again Bevel and Emboss), in the preview panel it shows exactly what I wanted, I click apply and the changes does not show up. I perform the exact same Layer Style Bevel and Emboss it finally does show up but then I end up with 6 Layers each one carry an element for Bevel and Emboss.

4 - After creating a simple wallpaper with multiple layers (No Layer Style function used), I exported the project file to a Photoshop PSD file. When I opened up the wallpaper PSD file in Photoshop CS5, the final render image does not look like what I have created in GIMP including some of the layers and objects that were placed on canvas were moved. So the question is, why is exportation of a GIMP file to Photoshop does not read properly?

5 - In my Wacom configuration video, I talked about how that I cannot assign the Color Picker/Eye Dropper Tool to my pen stylus First button click even though I have tried assigning that function on the Wacom settings, in GIMP it always gives me the POP menu. No matter what I do even add a modifier to the mouse button key of the stylus, in GIMP it always gives me the pop menu. Is there any way around this?

6- Why is it that whenever I cut an object or an element from an image on GIMP I have to constantly add an Alpha Selection and then I would create my cut out of the object from the picture and then paste it on to a new layer. Whereas in Photoshop, if I was to cut out an object from the image and do a Control Copy/Paste, that object will have its own layer and will be transparent/ it takes the same shape if I wanted to do a quick selection of that same object by holding CRTL and clicking on that Object in its separate layer, in add-on there are no white background.


7- What is GIMPShop? Is it the same as GIMP or is it special in its own way?

*Whew* I know I got more questions, but for now this will do. Thank you all for taking the time and reading it.

Good question, Seperate+ is the work around right now.
Here's a bit of info.
Gimp.org FAQ, When can we see native CMYK support?.
A nice overview, CMYK support in The GIMP.
More info, Help:Manual Toolsgimp.
Separate+ and Separate+ FAQ.
Seperate+| GIMP Plugin Registry
Color Management with GIMP
Install Adobe ICC Profiles, Gimp | Preferences | Color Management.


Get the python version of Layer Effects, it has merge layers and lots more cool stuff.


PS does not support XCF but Gimp supports PSD, a better choice export to a non-proprietary TIFF. There is no reason why that would not do the job. I think you might be trying to replicate non-compatible features between programs. Perhaps you should wonder why PS doesn't support them.


This post by Griatch might be worth a look, Installing Wacom tablets for use with GIMP.

I hope some of this information may help.

6) If I understand that question correctly, after you copy your selection, you need to paste as a new layer.

GIMPshop was a fork of GIMP, which attempted to mirror the PS interface as close as possible. That fork was abandoned some time ago (at least I think it was, but maybe it's back).

It is better to ask one or two questions at a time.