Photopea is an online photo editor with powerful capabilities to handle both types of editing processes; vector and raster. The user-friendly and versatile interface supports multiple file formats and performs various complex tasks i.e. webpage designing, illustration creation, photo processing, etc. A series of limitless features from basic i.e. cropping, rotating, and alignment to the more advanced features are part of this powerful program. It offers online services but you can download it for your PC also.

Photopea Features

Basic Web Color Space

The work offers sRGB color space as it is the basic web color space. It is available with 8-bit color depth and enables the users to export files in sRGB also. It can be used for any type of device, but the big screen is the best option, as it gives you work of ease with the help of a keyboard and mouse.

Simple & Intuitive

The stylish and intuitive interface is equipped with toolbars and panels. You will find a toolbar on the left side and a sidebar on the right side, and the main working area is in the center of the screen. The top menu is on the top as usual. You can take help from tutorials and documentation available on the official websites of Photopea.

Layers

The manipulation of layers is very easy and all PSD files are including of layers. You can rotate and bend the layers that are located in the right sidebar. You can select a layer by clicking on it from the Layer panel as they have thumbnails, and multiple layers by pressing and holding the Ctrl key. Layers are an area filled with transparent, partially transparent, or opaque pixels.

Brush Tools

The ‘Brush tools’ are used for ‘brush track’ and help you to draw strokes on layers for editing pixels. The types of tools are diverse as Brushes, Eraser, a Smudge tool, and so on. The rich collection of tools offers flawless editing for vector graphics.

Create a Backup

The creating of a backup is the best feature that enables users to restore their images at any time. The program helps you to send your image to any email address with one click and the images can also be saved in the hard drive of your PC.

Support File Formats

Edit your images for social media, media marketing, personal brand, education, or only for your personal interest. Simply use the online freeware editor with the support of multiple file-formats including PSD, CFX, Sketch, XD, and CDR formats similar to Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Sketch App, Adobe, etc.

AI-enhanced Filters

No need for liquefy tool, simply use the program and change the expressions in photos. Everything related to photo editing is available in the software, especially when you are working to design a brochure, poster, etc. The large collection of filters and effects empowers the users to avail artistic functionalities, adjust colors, and add visual flair to their editing.

Toolbar

The toolbar is the collection of all necessary and basic tools. You simply click the toolbar to select the tool by clicking the tool icon. Switching between tools is easy and you can easily access to your required tool. The shortcut keys enable you to get access to your required tools without moving your cursor all the time.

Sidebar

Sidebar is divided into two vertical columns that are folded and unfolded by simply clicking the line from the top of each column. The columns are equipped with layers, history, or paragraphs for you to use in your workflow. A column has several columns inside. Likewise, the Top menu is also including with two sections. The first section is the main menu including file, edit, or image. The second section offers the current tool’s parameters. 

How to Install Photopea

• Click the ‘Download’ button given on the page; select the ‘Save to Downloads’ option, and start downloading.
• Locate the downloaded .exe file from the Downloads folder, and extract it.
• Run the program installer by selecting ‘More Info’ and the next ‘Run anyway’ option.
• Click the box ‘Yes I have read and accepted the License Agreement’ and start the installation process by double-clicking the installer.
• Complete the installation process by following on-screen instructions.
• Complete installation; click the appeared icon on your desktop to launch the app.

Install Photopea using BlueStacks

BlueStacks is one of the most authentic Android emulators for giving users easy access to use mobile apps on a big screen.

• Use your web browser, go to the official website of BlueStacks, and click on the ‘Download’ button to start downloading and installing process.
• On completing the installation process, launch the emulator by double-clicking the APK/XAPK file.
• Open Google Play Store as it comes pre-installed with the emulator, type Photopea in the search box, select the app from the results, and click it to start installation on your PC.
• After completing the installation, click the icon of Photopea that appeared on your desktop, and start using the app.

How to use Photopea

The photo editing software with a simple and intuitive interface offers a simple and easy-to-use editing process just like other such editing tools. Simply, open the app, and you will be welcomed by a blank canvas with the option to open an existing photo. The editing tools and other related features are housed in the Sidebar and panels. You can click your required tool to use for editing your image.

Final Words

 All-in-all, Photopea is an emerging photo-editing software that offers online services and offline as well. It supports multiple file formats, features, and integration with Photoshop files, XD, or CorelDRAW making the app one of the most powerful web-based editors.

FAQs

Q: Is Photopea a free-of-charge app?

Yes, you can get all important editing features free of charge from the app.

Q: Is Photopea support PSD files?

Yes, the support for PSD files is available and enables the users to edit layers, styles, and so on.

Q: Is it possible to use Photopea offline?

The app requires an internet connection for login and then you can work on it while disconnecting the internet.

Q: Is Photopea good for graphic designing?

Yes, it is the best solution to avail free of charge graphic designing.

Q: Can I collaborate with others for editing on Photopea?

It is a standalone app for individuals and doesn’t support collaboration with others.