Install and run
GroIMP is a pure Java application, therefore a Java Virtual Machine should be installed before installing GroIMP. GroIMP releases consist the compiled executable and a pre-packaged versions for each Windows x64, Mac, and Linux (containing not just the GroIMP executable, but also its dependencies).
Install with executable file
The easiest way to install GroIMP is to run an executable file. The file will also automatically create a shortcut.
Install from source code
GroIMP can be installed from the sources. The code is compiled and packaged to be runnable.
Running GroIMP
Because `core.jar` is an executable java archive, it is possible to start GroIMP just by (double-)clicking on the file in your system's file browser as you would do with a usual executable file. This requires a suitable setup of your file browser, see the documentation of the browser and your Java installation if it does not already work.
Additional plugins
GroIMP is designed around a Plugin architecture. The plugins can be added and removed from the software to fit the features wanted.