Pixlr, from Autodesk, is another good option of ā€œfreeā€ image editor for Mac

When we talk about image editor, we soon think of Adobe Photoshop. In the Mac world today, there is also another name that has been conquering a lot of space, Pixelmator. But this time we are going to talk about a great ā€œfreeā€ alternative, and a well-known company: Autodesk.

Recently released for both OS X and Windows, the Pixlr it has existed for years for mobile (including iOS) and brings a range of features that certainly meet the needs of most users.

Pixlr is a fun and powerful photo editor that allows you to quickly crop, rotate and adjust any image, in a totally ad-free experience. Choose from over 2 million combinations of effects, overlays and borders to further personalize your image. Pixlr makes your images look professional, even if you've never edited a photo before.

The ā€œfreeā€ in quotes is justified: Pixlr is free to download and use, but it also has a paid subscription for US $ 15 a year that includes advanced features like masks, effects with blending modes, enhanced color controls, among others. This Vimeo channel has some videos showing how the app works.

If you use / have used Pixlr, share your experiences in the comments below.


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(via Macworld)