Gimp: Rotate a plane - how it works
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With the freeware image editing tool GIMP you can edit images in many ways. You can also rotate layers. We explain how it works.
Rotate a plane in GIMP
A simple white background serves as an example for the instructions. On the there is a separate layer in the form of a black rectangle. Here we explain how you can rotate this layer. In the gallery you can see the individual steps using pictures.
- Press "CTRL" and "L" at the same time. This will open the Layer Manager.
- Select the rotation tool in your toolbox (or toolbox). If your toolbox is not yet visible, press "CTRL" and "B".
- Now all you have to do is select the layer you want to rotate in the Layer Manager. Then click on the layer and position it with the mouse.
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In the example image, the plane to be rotated is already selected (highlighted in blue). You can also do this in the third point.
The rotation tool can be easily recognized by the symbol. You can easily select it with one click.
As you move the layer into the correct position with the mouse, the rotation menu also appears. Here you can set the angle to within a hundredth of a degree.
