Laying the Foundation for Visual Editing

For Visual Editing free and open-source graphics editing tool that helps to enhance images GIMP software can be used, which is best for editing images

GIMP stands for GNU Image Manipulation Program. It is a free, open-source graphics editor used for a wide range of image editing and graphic design tasks.

Features of GIMP : 

• Photo Editing : Adjust colours, remove flaws, and enhance images easily.
• Collage and Artwork Creation : Combine photos or draw freely to make creative designs.
• Layer-Based Editing: Work on separate parts of an image using multiple editable layers.
• Selection Tools : Isolate and edit specific image areas with various selection options.
• Text and Fonts : Add and style text using different fonts and effects.
• File Format Support : Save and export images in formats like .jpg, .png, and .xcf.

Step for Opening an Image in GIMP : 

Step 1 : 

• Click on the File menu in the top-left corner of the application.
• From the dropdown menu, select Open.
• Browse to locate your image file and open it.

Step 2: After the image opens on the canvas, you may apply changes such as cropping, colouring, or other edits.

Step 3 :

• If no changes were saved yet, you can simply close the file without saving.
• If changes were made but not saved, go to File → Revert (if available in the software) to undo all changes and return to the original.