I didn't need this, but I found a free Linux app that makes memes in seconds (no GIMP required)

If you want to make memes using your own images - without AI or complicated editors - there's a free Linux tool that you can try today.

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• If you want to create memes, Linux has an app for that.
• Don't bother learning GIMP when you can use something easier.
• Memerist is free to install and use.

Why succumb to AI slop when a simple meme can express your feelings without all those nasty caveats? Memes are succinct and everywhere.

For the longest time, when I wanted to throw up a quick meme, I would either find an image that served my purpose (or use an image of my own), fire up GIMP, add the required text, save, and post.

Unfortunately, not everyone is comfortable or as adept with GIMP as ...