Pinta als Linux-Alternative zu MS Paint
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Pinta is a solid replacement for MS Paint if you want a bit more power without the complexity of GIMP. It handles all basic drawing, text, and resizing tasks easily. The interface is clean and familiar to anyone who has used Paint.NET. However, it lacks a dedicated two-color mode, which might be a dealbreaker for pixel art enthusiasts. For general users needing simple edits, Pinta works well. It is free, open-source, and actively maintained, making it a reliable choice for daily image tasks on Linux.
- Lizenz
- MIT
- Preis
- Kostenlos
- Aktuelle Version
- 3.1.2 (29. März 2026)
- Bewertung
- 5/5 (3)

Was gleich funktioniert
- Simple toolbar with freehand, shape, and line tools
- Supports common raster formats like PNG, JPEG, and BMP
- Basic text insertion and image resizing capabilities
- Lightweight and easy to learn for beginners
Was anders ist
- Includes unlimited layers, which MS Paint lacks
- Offers over 35 built-in effects for color and distortion
- No dedicated two-color mode for pixel art
- Interface is inspired by Paint.NET rather than MS Paint
Ihre MS Paint-Dateien öffnen
Pinta supports opening and saving BMP, JPEG, PNG, and TIFF files, which covers the core formats used by MS Paint. GIF support is generally available in most raster editors, but specific animation handling may vary. If you rely heavily on animated GIFs, test your specific use case. For static images, compatibility is straightforward and direct.
Von MS Paint zu Pinta wechseln – Schritt für Schritt
- Install Pinta via your package manager or Flathub
- Open your existing BMP or PNG files in Pinta
- Familiarize yourself with the layer panel
- Adjust keyboard shortcuts if they differ from Windows
- Save your work in PNG or BMP to maintain compatibility
Wichtige Funktionen von Pinta
- Einfache Symbolleiste mit Freihand‑, Formen‑ und Linienwerkzeugen
- Unbegrenzte Ebenen zur Organisation von Bearbeitungen
- Mehr als 35 integrierte Effekte (Weichzeichnen, Verzerren, Farbkorrekturen)
- Unterstützt gängige Rasterformate (PNG, JPEG, BMP, TIFF)
- Tastenkürzel ähnlich wie bei Paint.NET
- Plattformübergreifend (Linux, Windows, macOS)
Pinta unter Linux installieren
flatpak install flathub com.github.PintaProject.Pintasudo dnf install pintasudo pacman -S pintasudo zypper install pintaHäufige Fragen
Can I use Pinta for pixel art?
Yes, but it lacks a dedicated two-color mode. You can use the brush tool with a single color, but it is less convenient than MS Paint's specific feature.
Is Pinta harder to learn than MS Paint?
Slightly, due to the layer system. However, if you ignore layers, the basic tools are very similar and intuitive.
Does Pinta support animated GIFs?
It supports GIF files, but complex animation editing is not its primary focus. For heavy animation work, consider other tools.