Film, video, and multimedia professionals
Film, video, and multimedia professionals have long relied on Adobe® Photoshop® software to help them create and enhance visual effects and motion graphics for broadcast, film, and interactive projects. With Photoshop CS4 Extended software, you can leverage the unrivaled Photoshop image-editing toolset and paint engine on 3D and motion-based content. Plus, you can enjoy tighter integration with the other tools you use every day, including Adobe After Effects® CS4, Adobe Premiere® Pro CS4, and Adobe Flash® CS4 Professional software.
Now you can paint directly on 3D models and create 3D animations; create print- and presentation-quality 2D and 3D composites; use audio controls and single-key shortcuts for greater efficiency when editing motion graphics; and much more. Photoshop CS4 Extended is part of Adobe Creative Suite® 4 Production Premium and Master Collection editions.
- Key features for film, video, and multimedia professionals
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Revolutionary 3D painting and compositing
Now paint directly on 3D models, wrap 2D images around 3D shapes, convert gradient maps to 3D objects, add depth to layers and text, get print-quality output with the new ray-tracing rendering engine, and enjoy exporting to supported common 3D formats.
Adjustments panel
Simplify image adjustment by easily accessing every tool you need to nondestructively adjust and enhance the color and tone of your images; on-image controls and a wide variety of presets are also included in the new live and dynamic Adjustments panel.
Masks panel
Quickly create and edit masks from the new Masks panel. This panel offers all the tools you need to create editable pixel- and vector-based masks, adjust mask density and feathering, easily select noncontiguous objects, and more.
Single-key shortcuts
Edit motion graphics on video layers more efficiently with new single-key shortcuts.
Content-Aware Scaling
Use the new and revolutionary Content-Aware Scaling feature to automatically recompose an image as you resize it, smartly preserving vital areas as the image adapts to the new dimensions. Get the perfect image in one step without time-intensive cropping and retouching.
Fluid canvas rotation
Now just click to smoothly turn your canvas for distortion-free viewing at any desired angle — no more tilting your head in the middle of painting and drawing.
Smoother panning and zooming
Gracefully navigate to any area of an image with new, ultra-smooth zooming and panning. Maintain clarity as you zoom to individual pixels and easily edit at the highest magnification with the new Pixel Grid.
360-degree panoramas
Automatically stitch horizontal or vertical photos to create seamless panoramas — even 360–degree spheres — using Photomerge® technology.
Extended depth of field
Combine a range of images, each with a different exposure, color, and focal point — with options to preserve tones and colors — into a single color-corrected image.
Auto-alignment of layers
Create accurate composites with the enhanced Auto-Align Layers command. Move, rotate, or warp layers to align them more accurately than ever before. Or use spherical alignment to create breathtaking panoramas.
Auto-blending of images
Easily create a single image from a series of shots that have different focal points with the enhanced Auto-Blend Layers command, which smoothly blends color and shading and now extends your depth of field, automatically correcting vignettes and lens distortion.
3D object animation
Create 3D animations by controlling object movement, camera position, render settings, and cross sections, and even animate textures.
File display options
Easily work with multiple open files by using tabbed document display or n-up views.
Efficient file management with Adobe Bridge CS4
Get instant access to Adobe Bridge CS4 with faster start-up, use new workspaces to jump to the right display for every task, easily create web galleries and PDF contact sheets, and more.
Adobe Community Help
Access the power of an online search engine from within Photoshop CS4, but with more targeted results. Searchable content includes the in-depth Photoshop Help, plus additional Adobe and third-party content chosen by experts at Adobe and in the design and production communities.
- Software and solutions
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Adobe Creative Suite 4 Production Premium
Adobe Creative Suite® 4 Production Premium software combines Photoshop CS4 Extended with Adobe's professional film and video tools for a fully integrated post-production workflow.
Adobe Illustrator
See why Adobe Illustrator® software is another must-have application for film and video professionals.
Photoshop for you
Discover which edition of Photoshop is right for you.
Extend your creativity with plug-ins
Plug-ins add capabilities to Adobe applications, allowing you to be more creative and productive. To automate or customize your production tasks, generate professional effects, or work faster and easier, just plug in!
- Resources
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Training
Adobe Photoshop Seminar Tour
Learn real-world, professional tips and tricks that will save you time and money.
Training resources
Increase your Photoshop expertise with a wealth of training materials.
The Gnomon Workshop
Check out this comprehensive library of training DVDs for visual effects and concept design.
Community
Forums
Check out the Adobe forums to get answers to technology questions or to exchange ideas with other pros.
Design Center
Connect with the creative community and get access to design resources for web, print, digital imaging, and digital video professionals in Design Center.
