As mentioned, the "square" of which you are speaking is simply a graphical corner handle (16x16 screen pixels, regardless of actual zoom level) and is NOT an actual part of the selection - you can still create selections all the way down to 0x0 in size with no loss of functionality.
But I do agree that it is an unexpected distraction and - possibly - a bug. Selection handles have a minimum size of 16x16 screen pixels; if the selection is smaller than 48x48 (in screen pixels) then GIMP renders the handles in an outset manner (larger areas render inset handles). However, when you click-and-drag to create a selection you may notice that the selection handles are drawn in an outset manner when you initially click, but suddenly switch to inset the moment you begin dragging.
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From: fokjulle@gmail.com
Date: Thu, 17 May 2012 21:11:52 +0200
CC: gimp-user-list@gnome.org
Subject: Re: [Gimp-user] Rectangle Select Tool, Gimp 2.8
It wasn't there in 2.6. Why does there need to be a square? Why can't the selection start from a zero dimension point instead of a predefined rectangle?
It's disorientating if you're drawing a selection that is smaller than the rectangle, for example.
On 17 May 2012 19:56, Olivier wrote:
2012/5/17 Reflat N :
Recently upgraded to Gimp 2.8 for the single window mode (which works
brilliantly in Ubuntu, especially with the HUD).
But the Rectangle Select Tool has a new - but odd - behaviour. When I draw a
selection, and then add to that selection, a new "square" is position at my
cursor. (See attached screenshot.) This didn't happen in 2.6 and is a bit
irritating because it disorientates me slightly, especially if I'm working
quickly.
This "square" is simply the same outline that appears when you first
begin using the rectangle select tool. It's the same, whether you are
beginning a new selection, or adding or subtracting to an existing
selection. I don't see why it disorientates you.
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