GIMP Version: 2.6.11
Operating System: Windows
OS Version: XP - SP3
GIMP Experience: Intermediate Level

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Hi. I do a lot of work with gimp to create headers, Facebook covers etc. I was wondering if there is a way to save a layered file as a template and have it show up in the Create>New dropdown list? I know I can save it as an xcf file on my computer and open it up each time but it would be easier if I could just grab it from the Create> New window.

Specifically I am wanting to make a template that will have the Facebook cover dimensions...851x315 with a placeholder layer of 170x170 at the appropriate coordinates in the cover...210px from the top and 23px from the left. I tried creating a new template and it saves the full cover dimensions but not the layered image so I have to add that and place it each time manually.

Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
Dave

I think it's done through the template dialog:
Menu > Windows > Dockable Dialogs > Templates
Then one of the buttons at the bottom.

*edit* sorry that's probably not much help if you've tried that
No idea if yu can do layered ones need help from an expert!

Thanks. I did try that but couldn't see where I could save a layered file as a template. It may not be possible as I have tried googling it and couldn't find what I wanted so thought I would check here with people who know Gimp.

I'm sure a real expert will be along soon with an answer, I think I read your question with blinkers on

Thanks for that tip. Took me a little bit to get what you were saying but once I did it worked great!

Dave