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Pixelmator Pro
Developer(s)Pixelmator Team
Initial releaseNovember 29, 2017
Written in Swift
Operating system macOS
Predecessor Pixelmator Classic
Type Graphics software
License Proprietary
Website www.pixelmator.com

Pixelmator Pro is a photo, video, [1] and vector [2] graphic editor developed by Pixelmator Team for macOS as part of its Pixelmator set of apps. As a Mac-only app, Pixelmator Pro relies heavily on technologies from Apple platforms such as Metal, CoreML, Core Image, AVFoundation, GCD, and SwiftUI. [3]

Features

  • GPU accelerated with Metal [3]
  • 50+ standard image editing tools
  • Layer-based image editor
  • Video editing support [1]
  • Vector graphic support (including SVG support)
  • AI-powered editing features such as background removal ML Super Resolution [4] and Smart Replace [5]
  • Supports a variety of media formats ( JPEG, RAW, Apple ProRAW, PSD, PNG, GIF, MP4, HEIF, etc) [3]

Reception

Pixelmator Pro was generally well-received by reviewers who praised its deep use of machine learning, [6] fully macOS-native design, [7] and relatively affordable one-time purchase compared to subscription software such as Adobe Photoshop. [8] Some reviewers criticized that some features hard to find or hard to use. [8] [9] It was awarded Apple's Mac App of the Year in 2018. [10]

Version History

Version Codename Release Date Notable Changes
1.0 Whirlwind November 29, 2017
  • Initial release
 [11]
1.1 Monsoon May 31, 2018
  • Added Touch Bar support
  • Added vector import/export support
  • Added SVG and HEIF support
  • Added slice tool
  • Added Tutorials
 [12] [13]
1.2 Quicksilver October 18, 2018 [14] [15]
1.3 Prism January 18, 2019
  • Added layer tagging, filters, and search
  • Added clip masks
 [16] [17]
1.4 Hummingbird July 23, 2019 [18] [19]
1.5 Avalon October 10, 2019 [20] [21]
1.6 Magenta March 30, 2020
  • New color picker
  • Notifies users if a font is missing from the system
  • Performance improvements
  • Added WebP support
 [22] [23]
1.7 Sequoia July 16, 2020
  • Added ML Super Resolution
  • Text can now be placed along paths, improving the ability to make rounded text
  • The canvas can now be freely rotated to any angle
 [4]
1.8 Lynx September 17, 2020 [24]
2.0 Junipero November 18, 2020 [25] [26]
2.1 Coral June 29, 2021
  • Added ML Crop
  • Rewritten .PSD engine
 [27] [24]
2.2 Carmel October 25, 2021 [28]
2.3 Abracadabra November 23, 2021
  • Added AI-powered Magic Background Eraser and Select Subject
  • Added Select and Mask tool
  • Added export to Motion
 [29] [24]
2.4 Odesa April 12, 2022
  • Added color adjustments layers
  • Redesigned layers sidebar
  • Added new vector shapes
 [30]
3.0 Muse September 22, 2022
  • Added 200+ design templates and 16 editable mockups
  • Added AI-powered Smart Replace
 [31] [5]
3.1 Fortuna November 2, 2022 [32]
3.2 Lumière December 6, 2022
  • Added video editing (with accompanying new templates)
  • Added support for MP4, MOV, and other video formats
  • Added ML-based deband
 [33] [1] [24]
3.3 Mosaic February 28, 2023
  • Added Remove Color feature
  • Added Shadow and Highlight Recovery
  • Added Stroke Styles
 [34] [35]
3.4 Camelot September 11, 2023
  • Added advanced PDF support
  • Added Convert to PDF Shortcut
 [36]
3.5 Flare December 13, 2023 [37]

See also

References

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  2. ^ Zibreg, Christian (2018-05-31). "Pixelmator Pro gains HEIF export, web tools, Touch Bar support, smart adjustments & more". iDownloadBlog.com. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  3. ^ a b c Team, Pixelmator. "Tech Specs - Pixelmator Pro". Tech Specs - Pixelmator Pro. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  4. ^ a b Zibreg, Christian (2020-07-16). "Pixelmator Pro 1.7 adds text on a path, freeform canvas rotation & more". iDownloadBlog.com. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  5. ^ a b Mendez, Andrew (2022-09-22). "Pixelmator Pro 3.0 arrives, adding new features, 200 templates, mockups and more". TechCrunch. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  6. ^ Jackie Dove (2018-01-23). "Pixelmator Pro Review: Still a Powerful Bargin". Tom's Guide. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  7. ^ Simpson, Jayphen (2017-09-06). "Pixelmator Pro to Feature AI-Powered Photo Editing Features". PetaPixel. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  8. ^ a b "Pixelmator Pro review: An affordable alternative for pro Photoshop users". Macworld. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  9. ^ Jackie Dove (2018-01-23). "Pixelmator Pro Review: Still a Powerful Bargin". Tom's Guide. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  10. ^ "Apple presents the best of 2018". Apple Newsroom. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
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  12. ^ "Pixelmator Team releases major update to Pixelmator Pro - Pixelmator Blog". www.pixelmator.com. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  13. ^ Zibreg, Christian (2018-05-31). "Pixelmator Pro gains HEIF export, web tools, Touch Bar support, smart adjustments & more". iDownloadBlog.com. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  14. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 1.2 Quicksilver out now - Pixelmator Blog". www.pixelmator.com. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  15. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 1.2 upgrade adds macOS Mojave support, Core ML-based photo enhancement tool". AppleInsider. 2018-10-18. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
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  17. ^ "Pixelmator Pro gets new layer tools, clipping masks, more in 'Prism' update". AppleInsider. 2019-01-23. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  18. ^ "Hands on: Pixelmator Pro 1.4 brings full image editing tools to Apple Photos". AppleInsider. 2019-07-23. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
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  21. ^ "Pixelmator Pro v1.5 adds support for Catalina, Sidecar, and the Mac Pro". AppleInsider. 2020-08-31. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  22. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 1.6 Magenta now available". Pixelmator Blog. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  23. ^ Team, Pixelmator. "Pixelmator Pro adds WebP support". Pixelmator Blog. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
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  25. ^ Chin, Monica (2020-11-18). "Pixelmator Pro gets update for M1 Macs". The Verge. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  26. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 2.0 Launches With All-New Design and Native Apple M1 Support". MacRumors. 2020-11-18. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  27. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 2.1 Coral Brings AI-Driven Cropping, Quick Fill and Stroke With Brush Features, and More". MacRumors. 2021-06-29. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  28. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 2.2 Update Adds macOS Monterey Support, 28 Shortcuts Actions, New Split Comparison View, and More". MacRumors. 2021-10-26. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  29. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 2.3 released: New AI-powered Magic Background Eraser and Select Subject". DPReview. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  30. ^ Oliver Haslam (2022-04-12). "Huge Pixelmator Pro 2.4 gains a new-look Layers sidebar, new shapes, and more". iMore. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  31. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 3.0 Released With Over 200 Design Templates and Mockups, More". iClarified. 2022-09-22. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  32. ^ "New Pixelmator Pro 3.1 adds macOS Ventura and AVIF image support". AppleInsider. 2022-11-02. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  33. ^ "Pixelmator 3.2 released: Affordable Mac image editing app adds video editing". DPReview. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  34. ^ Adorno, José (2023-02-28). "Pixelmator Pro 3.3 for Mac adds powerful new features". BGR. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  35. ^ Gray, Jeremy (2023-02-28). "Pixelmator Pro Update Makes it Easier to Remove Color and Improve Photos". PetaPixel. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
  36. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 3.4 adds extensive PDF editing support including separating images and text into layers". AppleInsider. 2023-09-11. Retrieved 2023-09-12.
  37. ^ "Pixelmator Pro 3.5 update adds HDR image and video editing support". AppleInsider. 2023-12-13. Retrieved 2024-03-26.
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