How to Animate Words on GIMP

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open a new document on GIMP.

   Choose how large you want it to be when the pop up appears
   - but make sure it's in pixels (IF YOU WANT IT TO BE A PROFILE PICTURE, THE RECOMMENDED SIZE IS 120X120)
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   Step 2: Add text in the middle.

   ,,,,, You can cross off the original, messy one.
   
   You won't need it anymore. , The image will appear in yet a new image
   - but this is just the play back one..do NOT close off the other one! When you're happy with this, cross off the playback window. ,
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   Step 3: Add more text

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   Step 4: but then drag that on TOP of your first piece of text.

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   Step 5: Do it again and again

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   Step 6: how much words you want in the picture is your choice.

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   Step 7: Go to Filters > Animation > Blend In (Or any other)

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   Step 8: A pop-up will appear

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   Step 9: simply press OK

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    Step 10: to make it easier

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    Step 11: It will load - this could take a while

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    Step 12: depending on how many different text sections you have - and then it will appear in a new image.

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    Step 13: Playback - To see your new animation

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    Step 14: again go to Filters > Animation

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    Step 15: but this time go to Playback.

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    Step 16: Saving - Click File > Save as > Enter file name.gif

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