Apply Non-Destructive Color Correction in GIMP Using Layer Duplication
Duplicate a raster layer before Curves, export a flattened PNG, and keep the layered XCF as your editable master.
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Duplicate a raster layer before Curves, export a flattened PNG, and keep the layered XCF as your editable master.
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