#Adobe photoshop on ipad update#
#Adobe photoshop on ipad full#
#Adobe photoshop on ipad portable#

The Object Select tool was announced in Photoshop on the desktop just 3 months ago at Adobe MAX, and now it’s on the iPad with the same with the same options and settings but re-imagined to take advantage of touch and mobility.

#Adobe photoshop on ipad update#

It’s certainly a statement of intent by Adobe and it’s now up to them to follow through on that potential.Today’s update to Photoshop on the iPad takes a huge leap forward with the addition of the Object Selection tool and enhanced Typographic settings. Ultimately this comes down to your own opinion – you can either view this as a premature release that fails to fulfil on its promise or a brave first step on an undeniably exciting journey. However in its current state it cannot be considered a replacement for the real thing – and suffers from that inevitable comparison, like a child who can’t live up to their parent’s glory. The technology on show is impressive and raises the expectations for the possible additions that will come down the line.

#Adobe photoshop on ipad full#

If you’re already a CC subscriber then it is well worth the free download, if only to experiment with as an extension of the full desktop app, allowing a smooth transition to pick up projects on the go.

#Adobe photoshop on ipad portable#

As a basic portable photo editor it certainly ranks among the best, but there are plenty of apps already available on iPad that do a similar job at a cheaper price. Unfortunately this is not true, it isn’t real Photoshop, but more like a pick-and-mix of some of Photoshop’s most popular features, with the focus on retouching and compositing – Photoshop with stabilisers on. Even inside the app there are signs of unfinished development (Image credit: Matt Smith)Īt Adobe Max 2018, Adobe described this app as 'not a watered down version of Photoshop, this is real Photoshop'. 'Not yet supported on this device' really says it all. This appears to be a fair reflection of the power of the app, which is fast and responsive – seeming to perform some tasks even better than on a computer. It seems you could spend just as much time talking about what this app is missing as you could one what it currently has.Īdobe has previously demonstrated huge file sizes on the iPad, containing up to 500 layers, without displaying any lag.

If you are an advocate of Photoshop filters then you will be disappointed to learn that there are currently only two currently available – Gaussian Blur and Invert. It does however have all the vital adjustments needed for photo correction – Brightness/Contrast, Levels, Colour Balance, Black and white, Exposure and Hue/Satuation. Although a matter of seconds, it feels like an annoyingly slow and cumbersome experience, especially if you want to add multiple adjustments quickly. Photoshop for iPad review: LayersĪdd an adjustment layer by holding down the New Layer icon, select ‘adjustment layer’ and choosing the one you want (Image credit: Matt Smith)Īdding an Adjustment layer requires you to hold down the New Layer icon, select ‘adjustment layer’ and choose the one you want. There is minimal customisation of the workspace and no way to save any personal presets. In the same area is the export button, which allows you to save your document as a PNG, JPEG, PSD or TIFF. Luckily there is a practical ‘help’ section in the top-right corner, which contains plenty of tips, tutorials and a list of shortcuts. Adobe have attempted to design a UI for smaller screens, maximising canvas size without compromising on usability, while optimising for touch and pencil.įor any native to iOS, this may come as intuitively as using a mouse, but for a seasoned desktop user it takes some time to reverse years of muscle memory and adapt to new processes.

Some icons are immediately obvious in their functions, while others require some experimenting to discover their use. This app is a champion of minimalism ahead of functionality – presenting a stark, pared-back interface, with tools hidden behind a veil of icons and menus. There is no CMYK option (Image credit: Matt Smith)Īfter opening a document you are presented with a reimagined Photoshop.

Currently your only options for export are PNG, JPEG, PSD and TIFF.