The new release candidate of GIMP 3.0 RC3 It is now available and everything points to it being the last before the final release of the long-awaited stable version of this open source image editing software. GIMP has been a free alternative to editing programs like Adobe Photoshop for years, and this update brings with it significant improvements.
One of the highlights of this release is its compatibility with the version gtk3.24.48, allowing for greater stability and performance in the graphical interface. In addition, various improvements have been made to image graphics management, optimizations to the secure projection system, and adjustments to thread management, which improves the efficiency of the program.
Plugin improvements and format support in GIMP 3.0 RC3
Among the most striking changes, there have been Implemented improvements to some of the plugins GIMP, making it easier to integrate and use. In addition, this version has fixed bugs in compatibility with the Adobe PSD file format, which is great news for users who work with this type of documents.
Another important novelty is that GIMP AppImage version has been officially recognized and supported, which improves the ease of installing and running the software on different systems without the need for conventional installation.
Fixes and optimizations
GIMP 3.0 RC3 also brings with it a wide variety of bug fixes and minor improvements to the overall performance of the program. Numerous aspects of the software have been revised to provide a smoother, more crash-free experience, paving the way for the final release of GIMP 3.0.
Developers hope this will be the latest trial version before the final arrival of the stable version, which will be a great step forward for users who have been waiting for this update for a long time. All those interested in trying this version can download it from the official GIMP.org website, where they will also find detailed information about the implemented changes. Now all that remains is to wait for the stable version to be released in the next few days.
We remember that the last stable is the v2.10.38 launched in May 2024.