How to get 'Tool Options' back in GIMP (step by step)

GIMP Tool Options gone? This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to get 'Tool Options' back in GIMP.

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GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a cross-platform image editor available for Windows, macOS, and GNU/Linux (e.g., Ubuntu).

Restore 'Tool Options' in GIMP


Method 1: Restore 'Tool Options' in GIMP

To restore the missing 'Tool Options' dialog;

  1. Click on Windows in the top menu of GIMP.
  2. Go to Dockable Dialogs.
  3. Click Tool Options.
    Restore Tool Options in GIMP

Method 2: Restore 'Tool Options' in GIMP

To restore the missing 'Tool Options' dialog;

  1. Click on the [◀] (little triangle) icon in the top right corner of the dock.
  2. Go to Add Tab.
  3. Click Tool Options.
    Get Tool Options back in GIMP

Windows

References:

https://docs.gimp.org/2.10/en/gimp-tools.html