Gimp: minimize image noise

In this guide, we show you how to minimize noise in Gimp.

Minimize noise in Gimp

• To minimize the image noise in Gimp, open the corresponding image. Then click on the "Colors" tab.
• Select the "Disassemble" item under "Components". Under "Color Mode" click on "HSL" and confirm with "OK".
• In the layer overview, deactivate the hue and saturation so that you only work with the brightness channel.
• Under "Filters" and "Blur" select "Selective Gaussian Blur" and confirm with "OK".
• Now under "Filters" and "Improve" click "Unsharp Mask". If necessary, adjust the radius, quantity and threshold according to your ideas.
• Now select the focus filter under "Filters" and "Improve". If necessary, adjust the sharpness for better results.
• Now click on "Compose" under "Colors" and "Components". Set the color mode to "HSL". By clicking on "OK" your image is generated with minimized image noise.

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