04-02-2025, 09:19 PM
Some years ago, I downloaded GIMP 2.8 on Windows 10. It was installed in "C:\Program Files\GIMP 2".
In 2020, my notes show I downloaded GIMP 2.10 on Windows 10. I cannot locate the installation directory. Like you, I
cannot find to run it on my old computer, but I'm almost certain I have in the past.
In 2023 (new computer), I downloaded GIMP 2.10 on Windows 11. I chose the install directory "C:\Program Files\GIMP 2". It runs fine.
All the above were downloaded directly from GIMP website.
Today, Apr 2, 2025, I found GIMP 3.0.2 on Microsoft Store and clicked "GET". It automatically installed it without asking about where to install or desktop icon. After much searching, I found the executable in "C:\Program Files\WindowsApps". (The folder is not accessible under normal privileges.)
I can run both versions 2.10 and 3.0 on Windows 11 from Start Menu.
So maybe try to uninstall and re-download. I'd suggest downloading from GIMP website rather than Microsoft Store. I'm guessing it will give you install options.
In 2020, my notes show I downloaded GIMP 2.10 on Windows 10. I cannot locate the installation directory. Like you, I
cannot find to run it on my old computer, but I'm almost certain I have in the past.
In 2023 (new computer), I downloaded GIMP 2.10 on Windows 11. I chose the install directory "C:\Program Files\GIMP 2". It runs fine.
All the above were downloaded directly from GIMP website.
Today, Apr 2, 2025, I found GIMP 3.0.2 on Microsoft Store and clicked "GET". It automatically installed it without asking about where to install or desktop icon. After much searching, I found the executable in "C:\Program Files\WindowsApps". (The folder is not accessible under normal privileges.)
I can run both versions 2.10 and 3.0 on Windows 11 from Start Menu.
So maybe try to uninstall and re-download. I'd suggest downloading from GIMP website rather than Microsoft Store. I'm guessing it will give you install options.