Wednesday, December 6, 2023

How to Run Adobe Photoshop 2022 Smoothly: Essential Computer Specifications and Optimization Tips

To run Adobe Photoshop 2022 smoothly, your computer should meet the following minimum system requirements:

Operating System:

  • Windows: Windows 10 (64-bit) version 1809 or later
  • Mac: macOS Big Sur (version 11.0) or later

Processor:

  • Intel: Multicore Intel® or AMD processor (2 GHz or faster processor with SSE 4.2 or later) with 64-bit support
  • Apple Silicon: ARM-based Apple Silicon processor

RAM:

  • Minimum: 8 GB
  • Recommended: 16 GB or more

Graphics Card:

  • GPU with DirectX 12 support (feature level 12_0 or later):
    • Minimum: 1.5 GB of GPU memory
    • Recommended: 4 GB of GPU memory for 4k displays and greater
  • GPU with Metal support:
    • Minimum: 1.5 GB of GPU memory
    • Recommended: 4 GB of GPU memory for 4k displays and greater

Hard Disk Space:

  • Minimum: 20 GB of available hard-disk space
  • Recommended: 100 GB of available hard disk space, including a fast internal SSD for app installation and a separate internal drive for scratch disks

Monitor Resolution:

  • Minimum: 1280 x 800 display at 100% UI scaling
  • Recommended: 1920 x 1080 display or greater at 100% UI scaling

Internet:

  • An internet connection is required for software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services.

Note:

Here are some additional tips for running Photoshop smoothly:

  • Make sure your computer has the latest drivers for your operating system and graphics card.
  • Close any unnecessary applications before running Photoshop.
  • Use a fast internal SSD for app installation and a separate internal drive for scratch disks.
  • Enable the "Use Graphics Processor" setting in Photoshop preferences.
  • Adjust the memory allocation for Photoshop in the Edit > Preferences > Performance settings.

By following these tips, you can help ensure that Photoshop runs smoothly on your computer.

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