Recommendation on how to edit .dds files and skins in GIMP or PAINT.NET?

[kschroe_dev]

I just downloaded these applications (GIMP and paint.NET) and i'd like to know if i can easily modify skins for vehicles?

Thanks!

 

[Austin]

DDS | GIMP Plugin Registry

And paint.net has .dds support built-in.

 

[kschroe_dev]

Thanks, so how do i easily make my own skins/edit skins available on trucks?

 

[Austin]

Making alternate skins -