Photoshop is back again with version 6.0, and in my opinion, is the best image editor out there with the only downsides being its rather expensive cost and not-so-easy to learn interface. If you're only a casual user of image editing software, then you'll most likely want to stick with Paint Shop Pro, if not then read on....

If you're a serious web designer or really into artwork and graphics editing then this is probably the program for you.... it's top notch, beating the other competition hands down BUT to get the most potential from this product you'll need to spend a little time experimenting with all of the options and features it presents. After taking the time to master this piece of software, you'll realize how much control you as the user actually have over the artwork you're creating.

Photoshop 6.0 allows photo retouching, creative image manipulations, image filter effects, multiple layered images (very helpful), and a nice art history tool that allows the undoing of different steps in the creation of your artwork. Another handy feature is the extract tool that enables you to "extract" objects from the background which would otherwise be impossible to do cleanly. If you're into animated GIF's this is also the tool for you... it takes a while to grasp how to achieve the results you desire, but after reading the well documented help files you'll be ready to go in no time.

I would definitely label this software package as a "professional tool," so if you've got money and patience it's well worth it.




Recommended: Yes