File extension .GBR
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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GIMP Brush Image Format | GIMP | Raster Image Files |
A .GBR file is a graphic file type that contains digital image information. This type of file format was developed by GIMP, an open-source graphics editing program. The GBR file contains Brushes which are commonly used in image editing and creation. Brushes are collections of pixels with a shape or brush pattern intended to provide users with a pre-defined set of image properties. By utilizing Brushes, basic objects such as leaves, clouds, and animals can be added to your digital images quickly and easily.
File Format Properties
GBR files can be stored as either 8-bit or 16-bit grayscale color depth. Additionally, opacity and other attributes about the Brush can also be included within the.GBR file which provides greater control of the created image content. GBR files are created by all versions of GIMP. Compared to other image editor programs however, these files may lack some of the more advanced features such as layer transparency.
Similar File Extensions
Other popular image Extensions similar to.GBR are .BMP, .PNG, and .JPG. These files have a slightly different set of features and may not be compatible for use with certain software applications.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .GBR) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .GBR extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .GBR file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .GBR extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .GBR extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .GBR file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .GBR file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .GBR file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .GBR file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .GBR file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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