Have you ever created an image using GIMP and wanted to export it as a PNG, JPEG, GIF, or any other image type? It may seem intuitive to go to the file menu and select “save” or “save as,” but that will actually save the image as a .xcf file that’s only editable within GIMP.
To truly export your image as a different image type, you need to go to “file” and select “export” or “export as.” From there, you can choose the location and image type you want to save it as, such as a PNG or JPEG.
If you want to save it as a specific image type instead of the default PNG, click on “all export images” and choose the image type of your choice. This includes standard image types like JPEG, GIF, BMP, TIFF, and more.
Once you’ve selected the location and image type, click “export” and the image will be saved as a real image file and not just a .xcf file. You can then open it to confirm that it’s been exported properly and use it as you wish.
In conclusion, exporting a GIMP file as an image type other than .xcf is easy once you know where to find the option. Follow the steps above to turn your GIMP file into a PNG, JPEG, or any other standard image format.