Re: [Gimp-gui] GIMP ---> Pixi: suggested name change



On 05/08/2017 10:51 AM, Joshua Coppersmith-Heaven wrote:

Hi all,

GIMP is a great programme, but it is not a great name. Changing its identity to something more likeable will help to get more users, and potentially more developers.

There is a commercial image editor called Pixie (with an e), but not Pixi. This makes sense, as long as the software remains a pixel-based editor. I've thought about the name for a while, before google came out with their latest phone!


In a world of software of dubious use and quality, but with "cool" names, GIMP stands out. I will always call it GIMP with great respect and appreciation even if the name changes. Also, it is bad luck to change the name of open source software. Or maybe that is boats, but I think the same cosmic algorithm applies.

Marty G



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