### 8.27. Recompose

#### 8.27.1. Overview

Figuro 16.178. Example for the “Recompose” command

Original image (decomposed to RGB)

Command “Recompose” applied

This command reconstructs an image from its RGB, HSV, etc. components directly, unlike the Compose command which uses a dialog.

#### 8.27.2. Activating the Command

You can access this command from the main menu through Colors → Components → Recompose. This command is active after using Decompose.

8.26. Decompose |  | 8.28. The “Desaturate” Submenu

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