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Alternatives to Photoshop - Web Based Image Editors

Guest post by: michelle crossley

Article Overview: Finding you don't have the funds to purchase Photoshop? Maybe you've tried to learn it, but just can't invest the time required to learn the intricacies of the program. Whatever the case, we have scoured the net in search of the best free web-based image editors. These are great alternatives to Photoshop because they are easy to use and available online, for free!

Alternatives to Photoshop - Web Based Image Editors

Pixlr: This online photo editor is equipped with layers, history, custom brushes and other features. The GUI resembles Photoshop. You can use the express version if you just want to focus on basic features like resize, crop etc. Sumo: Sumo Paint is a powerful web-based graphics editor with a variety of different editing tools. It can be used as a paint program and photo editing program. With Sumo Paint, you can save your artwork on your computer but also on Sumo account in the web. This allows you to open your images from any computer. All you need is a network connection. Here is a list of some of Sumo Paint's awesome features:

* Shapes Tool

* Layers With Blending Modes

* Awesome Brushes

* The Ink Brush Tool

* Filters Sumo

* Gradient Tool

* Gravity

* Shape Trails

* Zooming

* Symmetry Tool

* Color Picker

* Swatches

* Smudge Tool

* Custom Shape Tool

Splashup: This is a powerful editing tool and photo manager. With the features professionals use and novices want, it's easy to use, works in real-time and allows you to edit many images at once. Splashup runs in all browsers, integrates seamlessly with top photo-sharing sites (It is integrated with Flickr, Facebook, Picasa, and more), supports layers and even has its own file format so you can save your work in progress.

Aviary: From basic image retouching to complex effects, Phoenix Image Editor from Aviary delivers the key features of a desktop image editor with the simplicity and accessibility of a web-based application.

pixer.us allows you to edit your photos online using your browser. You can upload your photo using the "load image" form. In a few seconds, the image will be displayed on screen and you can start to work on it. After you're done fixing your photo, you need to click on the "Save" button to download it using your preferred file format. All modifications are done in a non-destructive way. This means that your image will always retain its original quality.

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Re: Free Online Image Editor - Cool - thanks David! I don't think I'll be giving up my Photoshop anytime soon but it looks simple and easy to use!
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