Is it ethical to edit photos? A modern dilemma every click enthusiast faces
Picture this: you snap a casual shot of your best friend at sunset, the light looks dreamy, yet her buddy in a bright green jacket photobombs in the back. A few taps later the jacket is history, the horizon is straight, the colors pop, and your friend proudly posts the image. But behind that satisfying […]
What is Raw format in photography and when to use It
If you’ve ever stepped beyond snapping quick phone shots and explored photography more seriously, chances are you’ve heard people talk about “shooting in RAW.” But what exactly is RAW format in photography, and when does it make sense to use it? Is it a secret tool of the pros, or just another format option on […]
Is There a Free Version of Photoshop?
If you’ve ever searched for a free version of Photoshop, you’re definitely not alone. Adobe Photoshop is considered the gold standard of photo editing software, used by professionals across the world. But is it available for free? The short and simple answer is: no, there is no truly free version of Photoshop. While Adobe may […]
2025 Photo Editing Trends You Shouldn’t Ignore
The world of photo editing never sits still. With new tools, techniques, and visual styles constantly emerging, staying ahead of the curve is essential for anyone working with images. Whether you’re a professional photographer, content creator, or creative enthusiast, 2025 is bringing some exciting shifts in how we edit and present our work. This year […]
What Are LUTs in Photography and How to Use Them Like a Pro
In this article, we’ll break down what LUTs are, why photographers use them, and how you can start using them in your own workflow to give your photos that professional polish. If you’ve ever played around with color grading in photography or video, you’ve probably come across the term “LUT.” At first, it might sound […]
AI vs Manual Editing: What’s Best for Your Photography Workflow?
In today’s fast-moving photography world, editing remains one of the most important steps between capturing a shot and presenting your creative vision. And now, with artificial intelligence creeping into just about every corner of photography software, many photographers are wondering: should you stick with traditional manual editing, or embrace the speed and convenience of AI? […]
What Is a Luminosity Mask and Why Should You Use It in Photo Editing?
In the world of advanced photo editing, especially when working with landscapes, portraits, or black-and-white conversions, one term keeps showing up among professional retouchers and photographers: Luminosity Mask. If you’ve ever wondered what it is and why it’s such a favorite among experts, you’re in the right place. What Is a Luminosity Mask? A Luminosity […]
We’re Building a Smarter Modal System for Better Editing
We’ve been quiet lately and that’s because we’ve been building something new behind the scenes. Modals might not seem like a big deal, but they play a huge role in how you interact with a photo editing app. They’re where adjustments happen, tools live, and workflows get defined. And in most editors, modals tend to […]
Major Performance Upgrade
We’ve just rolled out a huge performance upgrade to our photo editor — and it’s all about making your editing smoother, faster, and more responsive. What changed? Until now, dragging sliders (like brightness, contrast, highlights) would sometimes feel slow — or even cause the image to flash or turn black for a moment. That was […]
Why Your Frame Rate Drops When You Move a Window (And Why You Shouldn’t Worry)
If you’ve ever noticed your frame rate drop when dragging your editing window from your laptop screen to an external monitor, you’re not alone. It’s one of those moments that can make you pause—especially if you’re working with real-time previews, overlays, or GPU effects. But before you assume something’s wrong with your computer or editing […]