GIMP 3.2.8 Released: Offset Filter Restored with Bug Fixes and Security Patches

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GIMP 3.2.8 has been released as a maintenance update, focusing on bug fixes and security patches rather than new features. A key highlight is the restoration of the "Offset" non-destructive filter, which had been inadvertently disabled in a previous update. The update also includes enhancements for text editing, especially for right-to-left languages, and various platform-specific improvements for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Overall, GIMP 3.2.8 represents a significant clean-up of the software, ensuring stability and addressing numerous reported issues while keeping the project on track for future enhancements



GIMP 3.2.8 Released: Offset Filter Restored with Bug Fixes and Security Patches

GIMP 3.2.8 shipped as a focused maintenance release rather than a feature-packed upgrade. Its standout fix restores "Offset" as a non-destructive filter that had been accidentally disabled in an earlier 3.2 update. The patch bundles dozens of other refinements, from fixed RTL text editing and faster large-gradient handling to a transparent look at a wave of security reports. It's now available for free download on Linux, Windows, and macOS.

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