12.2. Add Bevel

Figure 17.259. Example for the “Add Bevel” filter

Original image, the colored rectangle is selected

Filter applied

This filter adds a slight bevel to an image using a bump map (see below). If there is a selection, it is bevelled, otherwise the filter has no effect.

Figure 17.260. Another “Add Bevel” example, with bumpmap

Original image

Bumpmap

Filter applied

	Note
	If the image is in grayscale mode or indexed mode, this menu entry is disabled.

This filter is found in the main menu under Filters → Decor → Add Bevel….

Figure 17.261. “Add Bevel” options

Thickness: You can specify the thickness of the bevel, in pixels. Maximal thickness is 30 pixels.
Work on copy: If checked, the filter creates a new window containing a copy of the image with the filter applied. The original image remains unchanged.
Keep bump layer