How To Spice Up Your Python GUI With Background Images

One of the best things about the Tkinter framework is that it is very easy to use and explore. With its widget system, you can easily and quickly create small Python GUI applications. Despite its apparent simplicity, you will be surprised what things you can do with the Tkinter in Python. With simple functions and methods, you can turn your GUI app more visually appealing.

Interestingly, in this video, John Elder of Codemy will show us another interesting trick in Tkinter that you can easily apply to your project. Here, he will show us two different ways to use Images as your app’s Background with Tkinter and Python. We’ll look at using place to use images as backgrounds, and also how to use the Canvas to use images as backgrounds. Both have positives and negatives to them, but depending on what you need to do, one or the other method should work for you. To learn more, feel free to watch the video below.