Adobe Photoshop

The industry-standard photo editing and image manipulation app.

Key features

  • Layers and masks
  • Retouching
  • Generative fill (AI)
  • Brushes
  • Camera Raw

Pros and cons

What's good

  • Most powerful image editor
  • Industry standard
  • Strong AI tools

Watch out for

  • Subscription only
  • Learning curve

Who should use Adobe Photoshop?

Photographers, designers and digital artists.

Adobe Photoshop alternatives

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Features and pricing change often. Check the official Adobe Photoshop website for current plans before you buy.