How Can I See All of the Layers in GIMP?
GIMP is a free graphics design program which supports multi-layer workbooks. Each layer within a workbook can be edited without affecting any other layer. For example, you can alter the color of text on one layer without changing the background pattern or modifying any other picture layers. You can insert, re-arrange, hide and otherwise manage layers using the Layers dialog. Use this dialog box to view all of the layers in a single workbook.
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Instructions
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Launch GIMP and open a saved workbook by clicking "File" and "Open." Alternatively, create a new workbook by clicking "File" and "New."
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Click "Windows," "Dockable Dialogs" and "Layers" to open the Layers dialog. The dialog represents each layer with a thumbnail of the actual layer, along with a layer title such as "Background" or "Text."
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Double-click the bottom edge of the Layers dialog and drag the cursor downward to reveal all of the layers.
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Click the box to the left of each layer in the Layers dialog until an eye icon appears next to all of the layers. The visibility of the eye indicates that the actual layer is visible in the workbook. When all layers have a corresponding eye that you can see in the dialog, you can see all of the layers in the workbook.
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Tips & Warnings
Press "Ctrl" and "L" simultaneously to quickly launch the Layers dialog.
