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Adobe Photoshop

The industry-standard photo editor from Adobe

by Adobe

PRICESubscription only (monthly or yearly)

FREE TRIAL7 days

RUNS ONWindows, macOS, Web browser

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About Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop is the best-known professional image editor, used for photo retouching, compositing, design and digital art. It includes layers, masks, advanced selection tools, filters and generative AI features.

Photoshop is sold only as a subscription (monthly or yearly), with a 7-day free trial. Plans include Photoshop on Windows and macOS, and also on iPad and the web.

Key features

Layers and masksNon-destructive editing with adjustment layers and masks.

Selection toolsSelect subjects, skies and objects precisely.

Generative AIFill, extend or remove parts of an image with Adobe Firefly.

RetouchingRemove blemishes and unwanted objects.

RAW photosOpen and develop camera RAW files.

Desktop, iPad and webOne subscription covers several devices.

License and price

License type: Paid (with free trial)
Free trial: 7 days
Price: Subscription only (monthly or yearly)
Updates: Always the latest version while subscribed

System requirements

Operating system: Windows, macOS, Web browser
Also on: iPad (included in most plans)

Good and keep in mind

Good

The industry standard – files and skills work everywhere
Very complete professional toolset
Generative AI tools built in

Keep in mind

Subscription only – no one-time purchase
Expensive compared with the free alternatives

Free alternatives to Adobe Photoshop

AffinityProfessional photo editing and design · Windows, macOSFree (Canva account required)GIMPPhoto editing and retouching · Windows, macOS, LinuxFree · open source KritaDigital painting and illustration · Windows, macOS, LinuxFree · open source PhotopeaQuick edits and PSD files · Web browserFree with ads Paint.NETSimple everyday edits · WindowsFree

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