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Discover new dimensions in digital imaging
Adobe® Photoshop® CS4 Extended software delivers all the features in Photoshop CS4, plus new features for working with 3D imagery, motion-based content, and advanced image analysis.
New features
Revolutionary 3D painting and compositing new
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.
3D object and property editing new
Edit, enhance, and manipulate 3D images in a streamlined interface without dialog boxes. Adjust lighting, meshes, and materials. Easily orient objects and position the camera using 3D axes and a ground plane.
Content-Aware Scaling new
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 new
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.
See features for:
- Film, video, and multimedia professionals
- Graphic and web designers using 3D and motion
- Manufacturing professionals
- Medical professionals
- Architects and engineers
- Scientific researchers
Did you know…
OpenGL support lets you zoom through your images
Independent research shows that support for newer computer processors in Photoshop CS4 Extended significantly speeds up panning and zooming on large images. Enjoy a smoother, more fluid work experience while saving valuable time.
There are two editions of Photoshop CS4
If you work in film, video, multimedia, 3D, manufacturing, architecture, engineering, medicine, or science, Photoshop Extended is for you.
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Highlights
Collada 3D contest
Enter the "Champion the 3D Web Using COLLADA" contest by creating a 3D model, avatar, world or simulation geared towards virtual worlds.
Photoshop Marketplace
Explore the ultimate collection of Photoshop-related resources — from plug-ins and books to communities and events. Browse the offerings or register to add your own.
New season of "The Complete Picture" on Adobe TV
Julieanne Kost shows how to get the most out of Photoshop CS4, Adobe Bridge, and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom® 2.
John Nack on Adobe
Get the inside track on Photoshop and join the conversation in this blog from Principal Product Manager John Nack.
Adobe Configurator
The Adobe Configurator makes it easy to drag and drop tools, menu items, scripts, actions, and other objects into a panel design, and then export the results for use inside Photoshop CS4 Extended.
Tips and techniques
Adobe's digital imaging evangelist, Julieanne Kost, shares tutorials and techniques. Visit her blog for her daily Photoshop shortcuts.
Plug-In Suite 4
Maximize the power of Photoshop CS4 and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom® 2 with Plug-In Suite 4, a package of six award-winning Photoshop plug-ins from onOne Software.
Photoshop CS4 for photographers
Photoshop Product Manager Bryan O'Neil Hughes presents a master list of enhancements aimed at helping photographers improve their productivity.
New season of "The Russell Brown Show" on Adobe TV
Discover the latest Photoshop tips and techniques, delivered by the master himself.
Design Center
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Developer Center
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Events
Learn about conferences, eSeminars, and other events for helping you make the most of your Adobe software.
Adobe Exchange
Extend the functionality of your Adobe Creative Suite® 3 software with shared extensions, scripts, actions, templates, and more.
Support
Find technical support and troubleshooting resources as well as information about nontechnical issues.
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