2. Working with Images
| Chapter 5. Getting images into GIMP |

## 2. Working with Images

GIMP is an image manipulation program. At the most sweeping level, using GIMP involves three basic steps: (1) opening images or creating new ones; (2) altering those images; (3) saving the results.

### 2.1. Creating new Files

You can create new files in GIMP by using the following menuitem: File → New. This opens the Create a new image dialog, where you can modify the initial width and height of the file or using the standard values. More information about this dialog can be found in Section 5.2, “ New ”.

Chapter 5. Getting images into GIMP |  | 2.2. Opening Files