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I am searching for a Graphics Editor program that I can afford. Came across Paint.net as it is free. Wondering if anyone uses it and what your opionion of the program is. I found it ok but wish it had better help files. I'm sure most use Photoshop but it is too expensive for my blood. Any thoughts on Paint.net anyone?
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Reply #26 from WinCustomize Forums Top
The GIMP *can* be overwhelming. If you are familiar with Paintshop you can try GimpShop for a more consistant UI.
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I think you meant if you're familar with 'Photoshop'.... GIMPshop is nothing like Paint Shop Pro.

Reply #27 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I think you meant if you're familar with 'Photoshop'.... GIMPshop is nothing like Paint Shop Pro.
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Doh!!

Yes, that is what I meant.
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Reply #28 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I was using Paint.NET for my old cursors. It's pretty good!
Reply #29 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Has anyone tried Inkscape? I've installed but haven't used it yet, however it does have tuts and help included. It's open source and available here: http://www.inkscape.org/download/?lang=en
Reply #30 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Yeah. I always use Inkscape for my vector graphic needs. It's highly recommanded, but it can't do raster graphics stuff like PS can. It depends on your needs.
Reply #31 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Paint.Net is very good...better than Gimp I think. I tried the gradients on Gimp and they pale in comparison to Paint. Net. Version 3.0 is the one I have. Learning curve is much simpler than Gimp and I agree with Duke 261...GimpShop is too much of a pain in the rear. Version 2.0 of Gimp isn't too bad but...Paint. Net blows it away.
Reply #32 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I tried the gradients on Gimp and they pale in comparison to Paint. Net. .
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FYI: You can import gradients on GIMP or make your own. ;) 
Reply #33 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I would suggest GimpShop only other app other than Photoshop i would recommend... That is speaking from my own experience BUT i have not tried paint.net..

Looked over at paints.net's site looking to features it sure looks promising :)

Either way Gimp or Paint.net (Free and powerful apps that) I think it will be all good, it's first when you get somewhat familiar with the app the magic start's to happen ;)

GL! i dont think you can go wrong here either way :)