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GIMP primarily uses image processing algorithms and color manipulation techniques.

GIMP primarily uses image processing algorithms and color manipulation techniques.

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Max846
Senior Member
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05-14-2021, 10:45 AM
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I’m looking for ways to speed up editing in GIMP overall. With a ~5500x2800 image, large changes feel slow. You mentioned Windows 7 and GIMP 2.6. What would help most? A faster CPU or SSD, more RAM, or perhaps a GPU?
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Max846
05-14-2021, 10:45 AM #1

I’m looking for ways to speed up editing in GIMP overall. With a ~5500x2800 image, large changes feel slow. You mentioned Windows 7 and GIMP 2.6. What would help most? A faster CPU or SSD, more RAM, or perhaps a GPU?

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VitoSEXY
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05-14-2021, 11:45 PM
#2
A quicker processor and a solid-state drive would make a difference. Extra memory and a stronger graphics card are helpful too, though they're not the most crucial factors.
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VitoSEXY
05-14-2021, 11:45 PM #2

A quicker processor and a solid-state drive would make a difference. Extra memory and a stronger graphics card are helpful too, though they're not the most crucial factors.

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JamesHond7
Posting Freak
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05-15-2021, 02:35 AM
#3
You are using a powerful processor...
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JamesHond7
05-15-2021, 02:35 AM #3

You are using a powerful processor...

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MissSirena
Junior Member
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05-15-2021, 07:37 AM
#4
Images at this resolution require RAM, but performance varies based on the effects used. With just 2GB of RAM, an upgrade would be advisable.
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MissSirena
05-15-2021, 07:37 AM #4

Images at this resolution require RAM, but performance varies based on the effects used. With just 2GB of RAM, an upgrade would be advisable.

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Playered_401
Member
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05-15-2021, 08:40 AM
#5
Sure, I appreciate the clarification. I didn’t realize how to format that in my profile. It seems like you’re talking about having 4 GB of storage and not using any heavy effects.
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Playered_401
05-15-2021, 08:40 AM #5

Sure, I appreciate the clarification. I didn’t realize how to format that in my profile. It seems like you’re talking about having 4 GB of storage and not using any heavy effects.

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Cra123
Senior Member
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05-17-2021, 12:22 AM
#6
It helps protect your system by creating a backup copy of important data on a separate drive. This way, if your main hard drive fails or gets corrupted, you can restore your files without losing everything.
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Cra123
05-17-2021, 12:22 AM #6

It helps protect your system by creating a backup copy of important data on a separate drive. This way, if your main hard drive fails or gets corrupted, you can restore your files without losing everything.

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Viitin7
Member
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05-18-2021, 06:31 AM
#7
I see! Your comment is ready, and I'll add my icon next.
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Viitin7
05-18-2021, 06:31 AM #7

I see! Your comment is ready, and I'll add my icon next.
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Rullee
Member
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05-18-2021, 07:41 AM
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CPU then. Look for an affordable Athlon X4.
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Rullee
05-18-2021, 07:41 AM #8

CPU then. Look for an affordable Athlon X4.

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Worldrockers
Junior Member
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05-19-2021, 06:08 PM
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3.1 GHz Athlon X2 smooth performance
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Worldrockers
05-19-2021, 06:08 PM #9

3.1 GHz Athlon X2 smooth performance

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Blureux
Posting Freak
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05-26-2021, 10:29 PM
#10
A scratchdisk refers to the storage drive you use—typically your hard drive. It’s usually more important than upgrading the CPU.
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Blureux
05-26-2021, 10:29 PM #10

A scratchdisk refers to the storage drive you use—typically your hard drive. It’s usually more important than upgrading the CPU.

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