13.12.  Checkerboard

13.12.1.  Overview

Figure 11.150.  The same image, before and after applying Checkerboard filter

The same image, before and after applying Checkerboard filter
The same image, before and after applying Checkerboard filter

This filter creates a checkerboard pattern replacing the current layer content. Colors used for pattern are current Fore- and Back ground colors of toolbox.

13.12.2.  Starting filter

You can find this filter in image menu following Filters->Render->Pattern->Checkerboard

13.12.3.  Options

Figure 11.151.  Checkerboard” filter options

Checkerboard filter options
Psychobilly

This option gives an eiderdown look to the Checkerboard.

Size

With this option, you can set checkerboard square size, in pixels, or in your chosen unit by using the drop-down list.