Speaking of which, in today’s article we’re going to show you how to crop images in GIMP. After reading this guide, you’ll be able to crop images like a pro.

How do I crop an image in GIMP?

1. Use the Rectangular Select Tool

This method is pretty simple, but it also offers a couple of advanced features while selecting. To change the selecting options, do the following:

2. Use the Crop tool

  1. Open GIMP.

  2. Now click on File > Open and select the image that you want to edit.

  3. Click on the Crop tool from the toolbar. You can also use the Shift + C shortcut.

  4. Choose the area that you want to crop. If needed, move and resize your selection.

  5. Press Enter to crop your selection.

Another method to crop in GIMP is via the built-in crop tool. It allows you to easily select an area to crop and perform the action within a few clicks. Moreover, the crop tool has a few unique features that you can apply while editing your image in GIMP:

Current layer only: By checking this feature you can only crop the image on the current layer. Other layers won’t be affected. Delete cropped pixels: This feature will delete non-locked layer data. Allow growing: Using this feature you can actually expand the canvas if needed.

3. Use Crop to Content and Zealous Crop

By using this feature, you’ll remove empty space that is larger than your image. You can also use the Zealous Crop feature that works almost the same, but it removes empty space around and between the image. Cropping in GIMP is incredibly simple, and you can do it using these three different methods. Cropping with the Crop tool is the best option in our opinion because it’s the fastest and it offers the most features. If you’re not a fan of GIMP, you can always crop images using any other free image editing software. Let us know if you found this article helpful and write down any comments you might have in the comments section below.

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