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Is it possible to make a .png (or other) image that does NOT have rectangular dimensions?

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This might be a dumb question, but is it possible to make a .png file that isn't square? If so, how can one do this in Gimp? Ideally I'd like one in the shape of an X.

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All image formats (even vector) must maintain a rectangular border specifying the size of the image. However, one can use the transparent properties of PNG images to simulate the appearance of a non-square image. Just create your image/shape, ensure…

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