Photoshop

Download Details

Version

6.10.0.252.3 (latest)

File size

3.48 MB

License

Free Trial

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VirusTotal: 69 of 70 engines say OK (1 flagged)

SHA-256 checksum Copy

c3ff55e712383401d7a2ddda096e5ae8b1d82510bbdac8bc7709bed2bb54cf40

Developer

Adobe

Supported OS

Windows 11, Windows 10

Installers

64-bit (x64), 32-bit (x86), ARM (Arm64)

Downloads

25073

Rating

4.6 out of 5 · 126 reviews

Reviewed by Mohamed Zaki
Tested on Windows 11 and 10 · November 5, 2026 · How we review

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Adobe Photoshop is the raster editor most photographers and designers measure other tools against.

It covers retouching, compositing, cutouts and digital painting in one layer-based workspace. Beginners can start with basic fixes, and experienced editors get masks, smart objects and AI-assisted selection.

Photoshop is sold as a subscription, with a 7-day free trial to try it first. If you edit images regularly, it earns its place.

If you crop a photo once a month, a free editor will do the job.

What is Photoshop?

Photoshop is Adobe’s image editor for photo retouching, compositing, graphic design and digital painting. It works with pixels and layers, which is why it suits detailed photo work better than simple “filter and share” apps.

On Windows it installs through the Creative Cloud desktop app and runs on 64-bit Intel and AMD machines as well as ARM64 devices.

Retouching and color fixes that go beyond a quick filter

Exposure, color correction and curves are the starting point. For flaws, the Spot Healing and Content-Aware tools remove blemishes, dust and stray objects with a few clicks.

Tip: if you need to keep the original untouched, retouch on a separate empty layer and sample from “Current & Below”.

Layers, masks and smart objects keep every edit reversible

Each element sits on its own layer, so you can move, hide or restyle it later. Layer masks hide parts of an edit without deleting pixels.

Smart objects keep the original image data intact, which means you can resize or filter a layer and still go back.

The trade-off is complexity. A busy file with dozens of layers needs naming and grouping habits, or it turns messy fast.

Cutting out backgrounds with Select Subject and the Pen tool

Select Subject uses AI to isolate the main object in one click. Select and Mask then refines hair, fur and rough edges.

For hard-edged products, the Pen tool gives cleaner, manual paths.

Tip: for logos or product shots, start with Select Subject, then fix the edges with a layer mask instead of erasing.

Generative and AI tools depend on your plan

Photoshop includes AI-assisted features such as Generative Fill and Neural Filters. They can extend a background, remove an object or change a mood quickly.

Availability and usage limits vary by plan and region, so check what your subscription includes before relying on them.

Brushes for painting, texture and fine retouching

The brush engine is customizable: size, flow, scatter and pressure response can all be tuned. It works for digital painting, dodge and burn, and hand-drawn textures.

A graphics tablet makes a clear difference here, though a mouse works for basic tasks.

Free trial first, then a subscription

Photoshop is sold through Adobe Creative Cloud. The price depends on the plan and your region, so check Adobe’s current offer before you commit.

Lighter Adobe options: Photoshop Elements and Photoshop Express

Photoshop Elements is a simpler, separately sold editor with guided edits for beginners. Photoshop Express is a free mobile app for basic edits, though some features need a free Adobe account.

Is Photoshop safe to install?

The VirusTotal check on this file came back clean from nearly every engine, with a single lone flag. That kind of one-off detection is often a false positive on large installers, but it is worth knowing.

Sign in only through the official Adobe window, and avoid patched copies from unofficial sources.

When Photoshop is more than your photos need

If you only crop, resize or add text a few times a year, a subscription is hard to justify. Free tools such as GIMP or a browser editor cover those jobs.

It is also demanding: low-RAM laptops struggle with large files and heavy filters.

How to Download & Install

Hit the download button at the top of this page and you get a small EXE. It is a stub that pulls Photoshop from Adobe’s servers and installs it.

Prefer a quick walkthrough? Follow the steps below.

Step 1: Press the download button at the top of this page, then open the EXE once it finishes saving.

Step 2: When the installer asks, log in with your Adobe ID. If you have none, you can register a free account on the same screen.

Step 3: Pick Photoshop and start the trial or log in with your plan. The installer pulls the latest version and installs it.

Step 4: Launch Photoshop from the Start menu once the installation finishes, then sign in if asked.

Which installer you get

This page lists the main installer, which usually targets 64-bit Windows. It is an online installer, so you need an internet connection during setup.

Windows on ARM laptops are supported too: Photoshop runs natively on ARM64 devices that meet the requirements.

Photoshop system requirements

• OS: Windows 11 or Windows 10 (Windows 11 is the safer choice, check Adobe’s page for current build support)
• CPU: a recent 64-bit Intel or AMD processor with AVX2 and SSE4.2 support, or an ARM64 device
• RAM: 8 GB minimum, 16 GB or more recommended
• Storage: free space for the app plus extra for scratch files, ideally on an SSD
• Internet: required for sign-in, activation and online features

Trial, license and activation

Sign in with your Adobe account and the 7-day free trial starts with the full app. Cancel before it ends if you do not want to be charged, because the trial converts to a paid plan by default.

How to update Photoshop

Open the Creative Cloud desktop app, go to Updates and install the latest Photoshop release. You can also check from inside Photoshop under the Help menu.

Fixes for common install problems

• Setup hangs or errors out: quit any running Adobe apps, start the installer with administrator rights and confirm the system drive has room to spare.
• No Photoshop option on an ARM laptop: update the Creative Cloud app, check for updates manually, then sign out and back in.
• Freezes on launch on ARM: update the OpenCL/OpenGL Compatibility Pack from the Microsoft Store.

Pros & Cons

Best Photoshop Alternatives

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  Photopea

  Free, online Photoshop-style image editing.

Conclusion

4.6★★★★★out of 5 · 126 user ratings

Photoshop is not the only way to edit images on Windows, so it helps to see what else fits your budget.

The table compares it with three popular alternatives by price, platform and strength.

Final verdict

Photoshop is worth it if you edit images regularly and want fine control over every pixel. The 7-day trial is the best way to find out whether it fits your workflow.

If your needs are simple, start with a free editor and upgrade only when you hit its limits.

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