PhotoFiltre

Take a look at PhotoFiltre and the number of buttons to be found in the various toolbars can be a little overwhelming to start with. The somewhat cluttered nature may be off-putting initially, but if you stick with the app you will find that it is pleasingly powerful and is a cut above the usual freeware image editors that clutter the market. In terms of raw power and features, this is a tool that is on a par with the GIMP, but it is more accessible.

The dazzling array of buttons may seem like clutter to start with, but it does mean that there are a large number of options available to you immediately without the need to navigate through endless menus. There is support for a wide range of image formats and the ability to batch process files is very useful.

A great feature of PhotoFiltre is its speed. Many image editors are large, unwieldy beasts that can take an age to load, but this is certainly not the case here. Effects, filters and transformations are also applied to images quickly. Whether you are looking to optimize your images for use on the web, or want to perform more creative edits, everything you need can be found in the app.

One of the problems with previous versions of the app was the lack of support for layers, but this is something that has been addressed in version 7. In addition to this, there is now also support for transparencies which opens up opportunities that were not previously available. This may not be the most attractive of programs, but if you can turn a blind eye to the way it looks, you have a powerful tool on your hands.

Verdict:

An aesthetically challenged app that deserves recognition for the power it brings free of charge.

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Great freeware image editor and optimizer

PhotoFiltre is a free image editor that makes a great lightweight alternative to Photoshop for users who want something more simple and easy to use.

Introduction

PhotoFiltre is a relatively small application and unlike Photoshop, will install and launch very quickly. The interface, loaded with all the features and options, can be confusing at first glance but you'll soon get used to it. The right side is composed of the shape and drawing tools and an optimizable color palette. The top bar has all the essential image editing and modification options. PhotoFiltre sadly doesn't let you customize the interface and choose your favorite tools.

Features

Among all the image modification tools, of particular usefulness is the quick contrast/hue and saturation buttons because you can check out the effects and immediately and easily correct the image if you're not satisfied with its quality. If you trust PhotoFiltre, you can also let it adjust these parameters automatically.

Like any self-respecting image editing application, PhotoFiltre includes the most widely used filters to transform your image, but if you need to make really significant changes, you'll find yourself limited. Furthermore, unlike Photoshop, PhotoFiltre doesn't include layers, making it more challenging to work on different elements of the image separately.

Like the excellent free image viewer Irfanview, PhotoFiltre covers the majority of image formats and can batch process and convert images rapidly. PhotoFiltre has five different zoom options yet they seem to be more or less similar. The magnifier is probably less precise than the drop down percentage pane, and the auto zoom adjusts the image’s size according to PhotoFiltre's window size.

The image explorer is located at the bottom of the screen, and if you set it according to your image file you'll be able to quickly preview all your pictures. However, if you work with multiple image files, it can quickly become confusing, as you’ll have to open up an explorer tree pane every time to look for your pictures.

PhotoFiltre contains all the essential tools and options to edit and optimize pictures.

Bugs fixing and includes now a local ini file

Changes

• Bugs fixing and includes now a local ini file

PhotoFiltre for Windows 10 - a program for the rapid formation of collages and graphic compositions. The program uses a basic set of tools for adjusting color values, provides the ability to select objects using raster, vector tools. Uses a set of presets for automatic positioning of images.

Contains a function to remove red eyes, overlay frames, shadows, comments, allows you to change the size and format of the finished compositions. Allows you to connect text effects, uses an interface with a panel to sort the source elements and the list of applied filters. You can free download PhotoFiltre official latest version for Windows 10 in English.

Technical information PhotoFiltre

• Software License: FreeWare
• Languages: English (en)
• Publisher Software: Antonio Da Cruz
• Gadgets: Desktop PC, Ultrabook, Laptop (Acer,Lenovo, Samsung, MSI, Toshiba, ASUS, DELL, HP)
• Operating System: Windows 10 Pro / Enterprise / Education / Home Edition / version 1507, 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, 1803, 1809, 1903 (32/64 bit), x86
• PhotoFiltre new full version 2022

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Impressive image editor and optimiser

I often get intimidated by image editing programs because they're usually so rich in features that it just becomes overwhelming.

PhotoFiltre Studiois a pleasant surprise however making basic retouching and editing of images easy and accessible. It allows you to perform simple or advanced editing of an image and apply a vast range of filters. Everything is managed through the toolbar with which you access the standard filters. It also has a "layer manager" which controls all the advanced brushes, nozzles, red eye remover plus other useful tools.

The filters are easy to use and for anyone not very familiar with using them, PhotoFiltre Studio provides an excellent introduction into what they can do for you. Many provide simple functions such as changing the brightness, contrast, dye, saturation and gamma levels etc. However, there are also some much more impressive filters such as those that create watercolour, pastel, indian ink or mosaic effects.

It also features tools for more adventurous users such as vector filters that allow you to manipulate images into rectangular, ellipse, triangle, rhombus and rounded rectangle designs.

If you're new to image manipulation or editing, or are just lost when it comes to using filters, PhotoFiltre Studio will make you feel much more at ease.

Presentation


PhotoFiltre 7 is developed with the core PhotoFiltre Studio to support layers and to improve
the filters. There are less functions compared to PhotoFiltre Studio X which remains
the most advanced version! (see the detail at the end of this page)

PhotFiltre 7 is freeware for private uses (including non-profit organizations). For commercial or
professional uses it is necessary to have a licence of PhotoFiltre Studio X.

PhotoFiltre 7.2.1 - English version in zip format (5 Mb)
Portable version

It is possible to use the PhotoFiltre Studio translation files for other language !

Introduction


PhotoFiltre 7 is a complete image retouching program. It allows you to do simple or advanced
adjustments to an image and apply a vast range of filters on it. It is simple and intuitive to use, and
has an easy learning curve. The toolbar, giving you access to the standard filters with just a few
clicks, gives PhotoFiltre 7 a robust look. PhotoFiltre 7 also has layer manager (with Alpha
channel), advanced brushes, batch module and lot of other powerful tools.

Screenshot :  Full-size   Small-size

The filters


Its wide range of filters allows novice users to familiarize themselves with the world of graphics.
You can find the standard adjustment functions (Brightness, contrast, dyed, saturation, gamma
correction) and also artistic filters (watercolor, pastels, Indian ink, pointillism, puzzle effect).

   

Vectorial selections


PhotoFiltre 7 uses two types of vectorial selections. The first type uses automatic shapes
(rectangle, ellipse, triangle, rhombus, rounded rectangle). The second type corresponds to the
lasso and polygon. They both allow a customized form by drawing a shape by hand or using a
series of lines. Every selection can be saved into a seperate file, to be used later on.

   

The brushes


PhotoFiltre 7 has some standard brushes (round and square in different sizes), but also
some more varied forms (oblique line, custom shapes, ...).



The Rainbow option lets you draw a gradient along the line. More effects than 3D, Pastels and
Charcoal are available too.

The Layers




Each picture has an independant Layers Frame. Three thumbnail sizes are available:
- Standard size (see the screenshot above)
- Large size
- Invisible (Null size)

PhotoFiltre 7 can handle several layers type:
- Bitmap Type: (eg. : Cut/Paste Operations)
- Text Type : Dynamic, it can be modified at any time
- Settings Type : provides Real-Time gamma, contrast or Hue adjustements
- Color Type : provides Real-Time transparents effects

Some Drop Shadow Options are available in Bitmap & text mode.

Automatic Stoke and Fill option




This option lets you fill with colors or draw strokes of a vectorial shape automatically. Very useful
for creating organization charts for example, by using Line Tool with Single or Double-Sided arrows.

The Erase Tool




Very effective for make some hand-drawing area, this tool can be used like the brush but instead of
drawing, PhotoFiltre 7 erases the selected area and make visible the transpareny grid
(Transparent or RGBA mode) or the lower layer (multi-layer mode)

The PhotoMasque module


With PhotoMasque you can create advanced effects of contour and transparency on your images
by using preset masks. These masks are grayscale images, where white is the transparancy color,
while opacity increases as the shades of gray become darker. Black means complete opacity. PhotoMasque comes with several basic masks to inspire you to create your own masks.



Here are some possible results

   

The transparent mode, applied to a layer let you get Original Borders because the filter modify the
Alpha channel, not the image layer. The same technique may be used for a picture into RGBA mode.



Icon export




PhotoFiltre 7 allows you to create 32x32, 48x48 and 64x64 icons. All colors format are
available but several modes are not supported by some Windows version.

Add, substract selection




You can add or substract some parts of your selection by using CTRL or ALT keys.
But you work into Bitmap mode (same as the Magic wand), not in Vectorial mode.

Image Explorer




The exploration module provides a toolbar that allows quick access to the predefined folders
(selections, masks, patterns...)

Functions removed compared to PhotoFiltre Studio X


Animated Gif
Vectorial Path
PhotoPNG

RAW Format
8BF Filters

Tool Nozzles
Tool Deform
Tool Retouch (red eye, ...)
Advaced and Inverse Eraser

Perspective correction
Horizon correction

Border effects for layers
Transparent gradient in Alpha Chanel

White Balance
Adjust filter using curves
D�form using curve...

About PhotoFiltre Studio

PhotoFiltre Studio is a complete image retouching program. The program allows you to do simple or advanced adjustments to an image and apply a vast range of filters on it. The tool is simple and intuitive to use and has an easy learning curve. The toolbar, giving you access to the standard filters with just a few clicks, gives the product a robust look. PhotoFiltre is an image editor and effects package.The studio comes with many features that rival some commercial packages, as well as additional add-on that can be downloaded from the Web site. The app offers all the standard editing features (selection, clone brush, paintbrush, etc.) as well as a large selection of image effects, photo masks, image adjustments, thumbnail browsers, and much... Read More »

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