The GNU Image Manipulation Program is a graphics tool that can enhance your photo files. GIMP started as a school project by University of California students Spencer Kimball and Peter Mattis. This free software has developed into a powerful photo editor supported by contributors and volunteers. GIMP's filters can help retouch image files, including sharpen slightly blurry images. GIMP's "Unsharp Mask" filter reduces blurred effects from camera shake. This filter's "Preview" box provides a clear view of this filter's effects before you save the converted image.
Step 1
Open the GIMP program. A blank image window and image menu appears.
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Step 2
Click the "File" menu button on the image menu. A list of simple commands appears.
Step 3
Click "Open." A dialog window opens. A list of image thumbnails and file locations appears.
Step 4
Click to select the image file. Click "Open." The image appears in an image window.
Step 5
Click the "Filters" image button on the image menu. A list of filter options appears, including "Enhance."
Step 6
Click the "Enhance" options. A list of options appears, including "Unsharp Mask."
Step 7
Click the "Unsharp Mask" filter. The "Unsharp Mask" dialog window opens. A preview box and list of three options appear.
Step 8
Select the check box for "Preview." This "Preview" box shows a small section of your image and the filter effects.
Step 9
Click and drag the slider buttons for the preferred effects: "Radius," "Amount" and "Threshold." You can also type the values in the text boxes. Preview the effect in the "Preview" box before you commit to saving.
Step 10
Click "OK." The image appears sharper.
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