Pixelmator Pro Explained

Pixelmator Pro
Developer:Pixelmator Team
Released:November 29, 2017
Ver Layout:simple
Latest Release Version:3.6 Archipelago
Programming Language:Swift
Operating System:macOS
Replaces:Pixelmator Classic
Genre:Graphics software
License:Proprietary

Pixelmator Pro is a photo, video, and vector[1] 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.[2]

Features

Reception

Pixelmator Pro was generally well-received by reviewers who praised its deep use of machine learning,[4] fully macOS-native design,[5] and relatively affordable one-time purchase compared to subscription software such as Adobe Photoshop. Some reviewers criticized that some features hard to find or hard to use.[6] [7] It was awarded Apple's Mac App of the Year in 2018.[8]

Version History

!Version!Codename!Release Date!Notable Changes!
1.0WhirlwindNovember 29, 2017
  • Initial release
[9]
1.1MonsoonMay 31, 2018
  • Added Touch Bar support
  • Added vector import/export support
  • Added SVG and HEIF support
  • Added slice tool
  • Added Tutorials
[10] [11]
1.2QuicksilverOctober 18, 2018 [12] [13]
1.3PrismJanuary 18, 2019
  • Added layer tagging, filters, and search
  • Added clip masks
[14] [15]
1.4HummingbirdJuly 23, 2019 [16] [17]
1.5AvalonOctober 10, 2019
  • Supports macOS Catalina
  • Added Sidecar support
  • Added ML Noise Removal
  • Performance improvements
[18] [19]
1.6MagentaMarch 30, 2020
  • New color picker
  • Notifies users if a font is missing from the system
  • Performance improvements
  • Added WebP support
[20] [21]
1.7SequoiaJuly 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
[22]
1.8LynxSeptember 17, 2020 [23]
2.0JuniperoNovember 18, 2020 [24] [25]
2.1CoralJune 29, 2021
  • Added ML Crop
  • Rewritten .PSD engine
[26]
2.2CarmelOctober 25, 2021 [27]
2.3AbracadabraNovember 23, 2021
  • Added AI-powered Magic Background Eraser and Select Subject
  • Added Select and Mask tool
  • Added export to Motion
[28]
2.4OdesaApril 12, 2022
  • Added color adjustments layers
  • Redesigned layers sidebar
  • Added new vector shapes
[29]
3.0MuseSeptember 22, 2022
  • Added 200+ design templates and 16 editable mockups
  • Added AI-powered Smart Replace
[30]
3.1FortunaNovember 2, 2022 [31]
3.2LumièreDecember 6, 2022
  • Added video editing (with accompanying new templates)
  • Added support for MP4, MOV, and other video formats
  • Added ML-based deband
[32] [33]
3.3MosaicFebruary 28, 2023
  • Added Remove Color feature
  • Added Shadow and Highlight Recovery
  • Added Stroke Styles
[34] [35]
3.4CamelotSeptember 11, 2023
  • Added advanced PDF support
  • Added Convert to PDF Shortcut
[36]
3.5FlareDecember 13, 2023 [37]
3.6ArchipelagoMay 23, 2024
  • Redesigned masking
  • AI background masks
  • Full masking compability

See also

References

  1. Web site: Zibreg . Christian . 2018-05-31 . Pixelmator Pro gains HEIF export, web tools, Touch Bar support, smart adjustments & more . 2023-08-05 . iDownloadBlog.com . en-US.
  2. Web site: Team . Pixelmator . Tech Specs - Pixelmator Pro . 2023-08-05 . Tech Specs - Pixelmator Pro . en.
  3. Web site: Mendez . Andrew . 2022-09-22 . Pixelmator Pro 3.0 arrives, adding new features, 200 templates, mockups and more . 2023-08-05 . TechCrunch . en-US.
  4. Web site: Jackie Dove . 2018-01-23 . Pixelmator Pro Review: Still a Powerful Bargin . 2023-08-05 . Tom's Guide . en.
  5. Web site: Simpson . Jayphen . 2017-09-06 . Pixelmator Pro to Feature AI-Powered Photo Editing Features . 2023-08-05 . PetaPixel . en.
  6. Web site: Pixelmator Pro review: An affordable alternative for pro Photoshop users . 2023-08-05 . Macworld . en.
  7. Web site: Jackie Dove . 2018-01-23 . Pixelmator Pro Review: Still a Powerful Bargin . 2023-08-05 . Tom's Guide . en.
  8. Web site: Apple presents the best of 2018 . 2023-08-05 . Apple Newsroom . en-US.
  9. Web site: Pixelmator Team introduces Pixelmator Pro - Pixelmator Blog . 2023-08-05 . www.pixelmator.com.
  10. Web site: Pixelmator Team releases major update to Pixelmator Pro - Pixelmator Blog . 2023-08-05 . www.pixelmator.com.
  11. Web site: Zibreg . Christian . 2018-05-31 . Pixelmator Pro gains HEIF export, web tools, Touch Bar support, smart adjustments & more . 2023-08-05 . iDownloadBlog.com . en-US.
  12. Web site: Pixelmator Pro 1.2 Quicksilver out now - Pixelmator Blog . 2023-08-05 . www.pixelmator.com.
  13. Web site: 2018-10-18 . Pixelmator Pro 1.2 upgrade adds macOS Mojave support, Core ML-based photo enhancement tool . 2023-08-05 . AppleInsider . en.
  14. Web site: Pixelmator Pro gets another major update - Pixelmator Blog . 2023-08-05 . www.pixelmator.com.
  15. Web site: 2019-01-23 . Pixelmator Pro gets new layer tools, clipping masks, more in 'Prism' update . 2023-08-05 . AppleInsider . en.
  16. Web site: 2019-07-23 . Hands on: Pixelmator Pro 1.4 brings full image editing tools to Apple Photos . 2023-08-05 . AppleInsider . en.
  17. Web site: Pixelmator Pro updated with incredible new Photos extension - Pixelmator Blog . 2023-08-05 . www.pixelmator.com.
  18. Web site: Pixelmator Pro 1.5 Avalon now available - Pixelmator Blog . 2023-08-05 . www.pixelmator.com.
  19. Web site: 2020-08-31 . Pixelmator Pro v1.5 adds support for Catalina, Sidecar, and the Mac Pro . 2023-08-05 . AppleInsider . en.
  20. Web site: Pixelmator Pro 1.6 Magenta now available . 2023-08-05 . Pixelmator Blog . en.
  21. Web site: Team . Pixelmator . Pixelmator Pro adds WebP support . 2023-08-05 . Pixelmator Blog . en.
  22. Web site: Zibreg . Christian . 2020-07-16 . Pixelmator Pro 1.7 adds text on a path, freeform canvas rotation & more . 2023-08-05 . iDownloadBlog.com . en-US.
  23. Web site: What's New . 2023-08-05 . What's New . en.
  24. Web site: Chin . Monica . 2020-11-18 . Pixelmator Pro gets update for M1 Macs . 2023-08-05 . The Verge . en-US.
  25. Web site: 2020-11-18 . Pixelmator Pro 2.0 Launches With All-New Design and Native Apple M1 Support . 2023-08-05 . MacRumors . en.
  26. Web site: 2021-06-29 . Pixelmator Pro 2.1 Coral Brings AI-Driven Cropping, Quick Fill and Stroke With Brush Features, and More . 2023-08-05 . MacRumors . en.
  27. Web site: 2021-10-26 . Pixelmator Pro 2.2 Update Adds macOS Monterey Support, 28 Shortcuts Actions, New Split Comparison View, and More . 2023-08-05 . MacRumors . en.
  28. Web site: Pixelmator Pro 2.3 released: New AI-powered Magic Background Eraser and Select Subject . 2023-08-05 . DPReview.
  29. Web site: Oliver Haslam . 2022-04-12 . Huge Pixelmator Pro 2.4 gains a new-look Layers sidebar, new shapes, and more . 2023-08-05 . iMore . en.
  30. Web site: 2022-09-22 . Pixelmator Pro 3.0 Released With Over 200 Design Templates and Mockups, More . 2023-08-05 . iClarified . en.
  31. Web site: 2022-11-02 . New Pixelmator Pro 3.1 adds macOS Ventura and AVIF image support . 2023-08-05 . AppleInsider . en.
  32. Web site: Pixelmator 3.2 released: Affordable Mac image editing app adds video editing . 2023-08-05 . DPReview.
  33. Web site: Salman . Ali . 2022-12-08 . Latest Pixelmator Pro Update Brings Support For Video Editing on the Mac . 2023-08-05 . Wccftech . en-US.
  34. Web site: Adorno . José . 2023-02-28 . Pixelmator Pro 3.3 for Mac adds powerful new features . 2023-08-05 . BGR . en-US.
  35. Web site: Gray . Jeremy . 2023-02-28 . Pixelmator Pro Update Makes it Easier to Remove Color and Improve Photos . 2023-08-05 . PetaPixel . en.
  36. Web site: 2023-09-11 . Pixelmator Pro 3.4 adds extensive PDF editing support including separating images and text into layers . 2023-09-12 . AppleInsider . en.
  37. Web site: 2023-12-13 . Pixelmator Pro 3.5 update adds HDR image and video editing support . 2024-03-26 . AppleInsider . en.

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