Alternative programs for graphic design in linux

In the area of ​​graphic design, when they decide to migrate to Linux, something that undoubtedly is difficult for many to manage is the use of specific software for another operating system. Most are used to Suites such as Adobe, CorelDraw, Paint, 3D Studio, etc. There are also cases that must be used for study or work requirements. However, whatever your case, today we bring you a post that you will surely like and will be very useful, with alternative programs for graphic design in Linux.

Alternative programs for graphic design in Linux

The intention is not to go into each application, I just want to show you a little of each one, let you see the range of options you will find to work on graphic design from any of your Linux distributions. Especially for those experimental users or who still have doubts about whether to change permanently or not.

GIMP

GIMP is an acronym for GNU Image Manipulation Program. It is a free distribution program for tasks such as photo retouching, image composition and image creation. It is free and open source. It could be said that it applies as the main alternative for Adobe Photoshop, although the application was not born with that objective, in fact its interface is very different.

Main features:

• Its customizable interface provides options to improve photos. Numerous digital photo imperfections can be corrected with GIMP. Ideal for digital retouching. Support for more than 10 file formats. Also, it is cross-platform.

Inkscape

Scribus is a free and open source tool that offers layout and design functionality. It is presented as an alternative for commercial applications such as Adobe PageMaker, Adobe InDesign or QuarkXPress. It supports almost all major graphics formats, including SVG and professional features like ICC color management and CMYK color management.

Pinta

This is an option for less advanced or casual users. Pinta is an open source program for drawing and image editing. Its main objective is to provide users with a simple and effective way to manipulate images in Linux and other operating systems, since it is cross-platform.

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Kdenlive

Now we jump to video editing. Where we have Kdenlive, an open source video editor. The project started around 2003, it is based on Qt and KDE. Its developers indicate that their project was born with the firm objective of responding to most needs, from basic video editing to professional work.

Its characteristics include:

• Multitrack video editing. You can use any audio / video format. Its interface and shortcuts are fully configurable. It provides many effects and transitions. It generates automatic backup of each project.

Blender

Blender is the free and open source suite for 3D creation. It covers all processes, 3D modeling, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing and motion tracking, including video editing and game creation.

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The most recognized project carried out with Blender is Plumiferos, an Argentine feature film, which was made using completely free software, with Ubuntu as distribution.

Conclusions

Personally, I think it is a mistake to "fall in love" or get used to a tool. All professionals must be able to carry out their work, with the tools that are presented to them. As long as the result obtained is expected or higher. Since it is the person who has the skills, not the application.

Remember to go through our tutorial section, where you will get a lot of useful information.