Significant fixes in this release include the resolution of issues related to changing or disabling the primary monitor, as well as enhancements to the text system by font specialists Idriss Fekir and Liam Quin, which now allows for faster font loading during startup. Non-destructive filters have been improved, with new features such as including filter names in the undo history, tracking individual filter edits, and fixing crashes.
Additional minor adjustments involve resolving the functionality of the Help button in the About Dialog, fixing the ZDI-CAN-26752 bug related to .ICO file imports, and correcting a bug concerning the space bar's action setting in Canvas Interactions. The Difference Cloud filter now includes a graphical user interface for easier configuration, and the Plug-in Browser will reliably display all available plug-ins. The Screenshot plug-in has also been updated to utilize radio buttons instead of a drop-down menu, streamlining the user experience by reducing clicks needed for setting adjustments.
While GIMP 3.0.4 does not introduce major new features, the developers are actively working on future enhancements for GIMP 3.2, with plans to address user feedback in subsequent releases.
In summary, GIMP 3.0.4 is a significant update focused on improving performance and usability while laying the groundwork for future feature developments. Users can look forward to a more efficient and user-friendly experience as the GIMP team continues to refine and expand the software's capabilities
GIMP 3.0.4 released
The minor update, GIMP 3.0.4, addresses bugs and regressions. The release encompasses corrections for various bugs, addresses regressions, and enhances the UI/UX, build, AppImage, and Windows installer. The update also resolves multiple issues associated with changing or disabling the primary monitor. Font specialists Idriss Fekir and Liam Quin have enhanced text systems, resulting in faster font loading speeds during start-up. Non-destructive filters have undergone updates and enhancements, featuring the inclusion of the filter name in the undo history upon application to an image, the ability to track individual filter edits, and the resolution of crashes. Additional minor adjustments consist of resolving an issue with the Help button on the About Dialog, addressing the ZDI-CAN-26752 bug related to .ICO imports, and correcting a bug concerning the space bar's adherence to the action setting in Canvas Interactions. The Difference Cloud filter now features a graphical user interface for configuration, and the Plug-in Browser will once again display all available plug-ins. The Screenshot plug-in employs radio buttons rather than a drop-down menu for its options, thereby minimizing the number of clicks required to adjust settings.
