How to Create a Gradient in Gimp

Last Updated: September 28, 2021

You can use gradients for masks, visual effects, and added reality to your images. This article will show you how to use the gradient ability of Gimp.

Steps

1
Click on the Gradient fill icon. Look below for the Gradient dialog box.
2
Click on the gradient that you see. You will see a variety of options explained that you can choose from.

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3
Change the foreground and background colors to the colors that you want the gradient to be based upon.
4
Select the shape that you want the gradient to be in.
5
Click on the spot and move in the direction that you want your gradient to be in. After you have dragged it the direction you want it, release the mouse.
6
Save your gradient. Click on the gradient in the dialog box.
7
Click on Duplicate Gradient.
8
Rename the gradient.