Arr, me mateys! Ye photoshop on th' web be finally unleashed, but alas, 'tis still naught but a Canva foe ye must pay fer!
2023-09-28
Arrr, me mateys be hearin' the news! Adobe hath finally unleashed its web-based version o' Photoshop, but alas, 'tis still a costly substitute for Canva. Methinks they be chargin' a King's ransom fer their fancy software!
Adobe has launched its browser-based version of Photoshop after two years in beta, but it still requires a monthly subscription. The web version of Photoshop includes AI-powered tools such as Generative Fill and Generative Expand, which allow users to add objects and expand images with more information. While the web version is more basic than the desktop program, it still includes popular features like 'remove background' and layers-based editing. Users can access and work on their in-progress files from any computer through Creative Cloud.However, despite rumors of a freemium version, Adobe has confirmed that there is no free version of web-based Photoshop. Last year, there were speculations that a freemium option would be available, but this is not the case at the moment. The only way to access Photoshop on the web is by subscribing to a full Photoshop plan. This reluctance to offer a free or subsidized version of Photoshop makes other free photo editing tools like Canva and GIMP more appealing to users who do not require the advanced features of Photoshop.
Furthermore, Adobe will introduce a system of "generative credits" from November 1, which will limit the usage of features like Generative Fill and Generative Expand. Subscribers will receive 500 credits per month, with each use of the generative tools counting as one credit. This highlights the processing demands associated with AI-powered features.
Overall, while Photoshop on the web provides a convenient option for Creative Cloud subscribers, Adobe's decision to not offer a free version or standalone option keeps it as a premium editor. Users seeking simpler and more cost-effective photo editing tools can turn to alternatives like Canva and GIMP.