Windows Paint — Linux alternatives

4.5/5 (2 votes)

Microsoft Paint (MS Paint) is the simple, built-in raster image editor bundled with Windows.

Looking to leave Windows behind without losing what Windows Paint does for you? Below are 2 Linux alternatives in the Graphics category, ranked by community votes so you can quickly compare which one fits your workflow best.

Category: Graphics Platform: Windows

2 Linux alternatives to Windows Paint

Pinta

Pinta is a free, open-source image editor inspired by Paint.

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73% match

Gpaint

GNU Paint (Gpaint) is a simple raster graphics editor for Linux, comparable to MS Paint.

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27% match

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Linux alternative to Windows Paint?

Based on community votes, Pinta is currently the top-rated Linux alternative to Windows Paint on Linux Alternative.com.

Does Windows Paint run natively on Linux?

Windows Paint does not have a native Linux build. Instead, you can switch to one of the 2 free Linux alternatives listed on this page.

Are the Linux alternatives to Windows Paint free?

Most Linux alternatives listed here are free and open-source. Check each program's own download page for exact licensing terms.