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diff --git a/README.mdown b/README.mdown index 50f505c..b51d8c7 100644 --- a/README.mdown +++ b/README.mdown @@ -1,6 +1,19 @@ # What is GIMPixel? -GIMPixel is a set of brushes, palettes, and image templates designed to turn GIMP into an enjoyable piece of pixeling software. It's still in its infancy, so if you know a thing or two about configuring GIMP or would like to contribute brushes, palettes, or more, don't hesitate to join in! +GIMPixel is a set of brushes, palettes, and image templates designed to turn [GIMP](http://gimp.org) into an enjoyable piece of pixeling software. It's still in its infancy, so if you know a thing or two about configuring GIMP or would like to contribute brushes, palettes, or more, don't hesitate to join in! ## Usage -To use GIMPixel, you must run GIMP after changing the "GIMP2_DIRECTORY" environment variable. To do so, just run something like `GIMP2_DIRECTORY=.gimpixel gimp` and it should work without messing with your existing GIMP configuration. +To use GIMPixel, you must run GIMP after changing the "GIMP2\_DIRECTORY" environment variable. To do so, just run something like `GIMP2_DIRECTORY=.gimpixel gimp` and it should work without messing with your existing GIMP configuration. + +If you decide that you'd like to replace your existing GIMP configuration with GIMPixel, just move .gimpixel to your original GIMP directory (usually .gimp-2.x/) + +### Fluxbox +Adding the following to ~/.fluxbox/menu should work: +`[exec] (GIMPixel) {GIMP2_DIRECTORY=~/.gimpixel gimp}` + +# Roadmap +* Provide execution directions for other common window managers or environments. +* Add some additional interesting or useful brushes. +* Find a way to set image or color bit-depth modes. +* Include more palettes. +* Begin the wiki and include some GIMP pixeling tips. |