Photopea
Photoshop rebuilt in a tab, opening PSD, XCF and Sketch files. Free, and startlingly close to the real thing.
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How to get the most from it
Photopea sits in Photo Toys under Make, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something useful, clever and brainy.
About this category: Browser photo editors, background removers, filters and mosaic makers. Free tools that quietly replaced software people used to pay for.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Getting something practical done
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- Giving your brain a workout
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
Photopea: quick answers
Is Photopea free?
Yes. Photopea is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Photopea?
No. You can use Photopea without signing up for anything.
Does Photopea work on a phone?
Not well. We file Photopea as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Photopea safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Photopea take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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