List of Free Graphic Design Software or Tools


Graphic Design Software or Tools  
GIMP Best for image editing
Inkscape Best for vector graphics
Google Web Designer Best for interactive HTML5-based designs and motion graphics
Krita Best for artists, cartoonists & digital painting
Canva Best for social media posts

1. GIMP

GIMP is an acronym for GNU Image Manipulation Program.

Platforms :

  • Windows
  • Linux
  • macOS

Key features :

  • free and open-source image editor
  • Support for various image file formats
  • Customization options and 3rd party plugins

2. Inkscape

Inkscape is a free and open-source vector graphics editor used to create vector images.

Platforms :

  • Windows
  • Linux
  • macOS

Key features :

  • Great SVG integration
  • Easy to use
  • Advanced feature rich tools

3. Google Web Designer

Google Web Designer gives you the power to create engaging, interactive HTML5-based designs and motion graphics that can run on any device.

Platforms :

  • Windows
  • Linux
  • macOS

Key features :

  • Seamless integration with other Google products, like Google Drive, Display & Video 360, and Google Ads.
  • Supports a wide range of display and video ad formats across its advertising platforms.
  • Find the tools you need whether you’re a designer or a developer - Switch between Design view and Code view

4. Krita

Krita is a free and open-source raster graphics editor designed primarily for digital painting and 2D animation.

Platforms :

  • Windows
  • Linux
  • macOS
  • Android

Key features :

  • Krita is a free, open-source painting program.
  • Customizable user interface, feature-rich toolset, and a comprehensive resource manager.
  • Beautiful Brushes - 100+ professionally made brushes that come preloaded.

5. Canva

Canva is a online graphic design tool used to create social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos, business cards, resumes etc.

Platforms :

  • Browsers (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • iOS
  • Android

Key features :

  • Collaborate with ease
  • Plan, create, schedule and publish your social media posts directly from Canva
  • Templates for absolutely anything