[Gimp-user] Question Regarding Transparent Layers

[rich2005 <forums gimpusers com>]

Unless you are standing behind the user, never certain what is going on...

> she clicks out of the logo (clicks somewhere on the jewelry image in
> order to remove the selection tool from around the logo) the formerly
> transparent background appears.
>
> Any ideas?
However, that bit is not correct. Which tool is active? Gimp does not have a
neutral tool, there is always one in use, although some such as the measure tool
are harmless.

Assuming a straight copy - paste, either via  menu or ctrl-c, ctrl-v, there is a
Floating Selection, to remove the 'crawling ants' anchor that. Layer -> Anchor
Layer, ctrl-h, or the layer dock. see: attachment. While it is still 'floating'
it can be moved with the move tool.

A better way is copy, then paste-as-a-new-layer, Edit -> Paste-as -> New Layer.
Initially top left corner of the canvas, use the move tool any-time to move into
position. see: attachment Make sure you click on a solid part of layer or enable
move active layer.

rich: www.gimp-forum.net

Attachments:
* http://www.gimpusers.com/system/attachments/365/original/anchor.jpg
* http://www.gimpusers.com/system/attachments/366/original/layer.jpg

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