Corel PaintShop Pro

2023 25.2.0.58 Update 2 Photo editor for Windows

Daniel Gardner

Review: Powerful image editing software with advanced tools for photo retouching and graphic design.

Shareware photo editing software download, reviewed by Daniel Gardner
Packed with many options, this app can automatically adjust photograph parameters, apply multiple effects, view EXIF data - Screenshot of Corel PaintShop Pro
Manage photographs and view EXIF data - Screenshot of Corel PaintShop Pro
Automatically adjust some image parameters - Screenshot of Corel PaintShop Pro
A myriad of tools at your fingertips - Screenshot of Corel PaintShop Pro
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User interface - Screenshot of Corel PaintShop Pro
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Corel PaintShop Pro screenshot
Corel PaintShop Pro screenshot
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Powerful graphics editing software that integrates AI, HDR effects and a range of artistic filters and tools.

Let me acquaint you with Corel PaintShop Pro —a professional-grade image editing solution that transcends the capabilities of standard photo editors in today's saturated software market.

Efficiently manage photographs and metadata

Boasting an impressive array of effects and correction tools rarely seen in the market, Corel PaintShop Pro also enables you to rapidly organize images through quick selection, sorting, and rating features.

The application's sleek and well-structured interface comprises three primary modules: Manage, Adjust, and Edit. The Manage module lets users tag or rate photos, edit file information, and view EXIF data.

Automate image parameter adjustments

The Adjust panel ushers in the image editing process, providing users with tools for quick photo fixes. For instance, the Smart Photo Fix utility suggests the ideal brightness, shadows, highlights, and saturation levels to make your images truly remarkable. Additionally, you can tweak color balance or eliminate digital noise overlaying your photos.

An extensive array of tools at your disposal

Corel PaintShop Pro's most powerful module resides in the Edit workspace—a panel that hosts an assortment of menus and tools for optimal results. The Learning Center, a sidebar offering swift access to essential functions such as effects, layers, quick adjustments, text, and printing, streamlines the editing process.

Notable features include Selective Focus (for adding depth of field while blurring specific details), the RAW Lab (with enhanced histograms for precise fine-tuning), the Smart Carver (allowing object removal from images without quality degradation), and the Makeover Tools (a collection of face enhancement tools).

In closing

In conclusion, Corel PaintShop Pro offers an array of sophisticated yet accessible image editing tools, making it a top contender among photo and image editing software. And it's been around for donkey's years.

Features of Corel PaintShop Pro

  • Automation: Automate repetitive tasks with batch processing, scripts and actions.
  • Creative projects: Create a wide variety of projects including scrapbook pages, cards, calendars and more.
  • Image editing: Make quick fixes to photos or create something truly unique.
  • Layer effects: Add shadows, textures and effects to multiple layers.
  • Photo effects: Fine tune images or add creative effects with over 200 presets.
  • Photo painting: Create stunning works of art with the painting and cloning tools.
  • Plug-ins: Expand your editing capabilities with third-party plug-ins.
  • RAW workflow: Enhance the highest quality images from your camera with RAW workflow support.
  • Social media: Share photos and projects directly to popular social media sites.
  • Support: Get help from the Paint Shop Pro community and tutorials.
  • Text tools: Add text and edit font, size, color and alignment.
  • Vector drawing: Create vector images with the vector drawing and tracing tools.
  • Video editing: Create slideshows and movies with the video editing tools.
  • Web design: Build web pages quickly and easily with the HTML editing tools.

Compatibility and License

This download is licensed as shareware for the Windows operating system from graphics editors and can be used as a free trial until the trial period ends (after an unspecified number of days). The Corel PaintShop Pro 2023 25.2.0.58 Update 2 demo is available to all software users as a free download with potential restrictions and is not necessarily the full version of this software.

What version of Windows can Corel PaintShop Pro run on?

Corel PaintShop Pro can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.


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