Corel PhotoImpact X3
By Corel * From $79.99 * ★★★★☆ (4/5) * Last updated on September, 2023
| Reviews: | 46K |
| License: | From $79.99 |
| Downloads: | 92K |
| Version: | 25.0 |
| Compatible: | Windows |
| Operating System: | Windows 7 and later |
| Processor: | Intel Core i-series or AMD Phenom II and above |
| Storage: | 3GB of device space |
| RAM: | 4GB of RAM |
| Screen Resolution: | Any |
As a content creator, I've tried out different software for editing photos and making graphics, and in my opinion, the best one for my needs is Corel PhotoImpact X3.
The advanced photo editing tools here cover all my projects and tasks. It has a system for managing layers and features that let you edit without messing up your original image (I use it often for lifestyle images with clothes, accessories, etc.).
Also, I like how easy it is to use the tools for graphic design tasks. It helps me switch between editing photos and making graphics smoothly. PaintShop Pro has become a crucial tool for creating eye-catching content for Instagram and Facebook.
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AI-powered tools
Corel PhotoImpact X3 (now PaintShop Pro) has tools that, with the help of AI, can make images bigger, remove elements, get rid of noise, change styles, and improve portraits. These tools are a must-have for retouching content for social media.
I use the Denoise tool to fix grainy pictures before posting them on Instagram. The artifact removal tool is also great for getting rid of distractions in my graphics.
Smart Collections feature
As a freelancer managing many projects, staying organized is important. Smart Collections in PaintShop Pro have helped me a lot. They let me organize my photos and graphics by client, project type, or when I made them. I recently worked on ads for two cafes at the same time. They gave me similar photos. Smart Collections, available in this free photo organizing software, made it easy for me to find what I needed for each project.
Various creative effects
The Cutout Lab tool is great for making my photos look amazing. I enjoy using it to make eye-catching HDR images. The text editing in this software is good too, as it lets me make cool designs with different fonts. I've also had fun playing around with the filters and effects to turn my photos into art.
Both raster and vector layers
Unlike PaintShop Pro free alternatives, when dealing with complex designs, the software's Smart Selection tool has been a great help. It lets me make accurate selections on both raster and vector layers to create high-quality graphics for my clients. The tool is easy to use, which makes my work go smoothly. The simple layout also lets me start editing and designing right away without any big learning challenges.
Speed issues
The program sometimes gets slow, especially when I'm working on big files or complicated projects. It takes up a lot of time, especially when I need to make changes quickly. Because of these speed problems, I'm thinking about switching to a faster photo editing tool.
Lack of certain features
Another problem with Corel PhotoImpact X3 for me as a freelancer is that it doesn't have all the advanced features I need to make social media content. It's not great with colors for print projects, which has caused problems when I'm working on things that need to be printed.
