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AKVIS ArtSuite Changelog

What's new in AKVIS ArtSuite 20.0 Build 39111.25353

Dec 21, 2023
  • Added the Batch Processing feature to the Hand Painted Frame (ready-to-use templates).
  • Improved processing of transparent templates in the Hand Painted Frame.
  • Extended the list of supported RAW formats.
  • Compatibility with macOS 14 Sonoma.
  • Fixed bugs and increased stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 19.6 Build 3803.22068 (Jun 24, 2022)

  • Redesigned the Frame Packs Manager in the Hand Painted Frame. Improved work with the additional frame packs.
  • Added Favorites group for frame templates in the Hand Painted Frame.
  • Added Scale Frame to Fit Window option to the Preferences.
  • Added Frame Packs Manager button to the top panel.
  • Implemented minor interface improvements.
  • Verified compatibility with the latest versions of the image editors.
  • Added native support for the Apple M1 series of processors.
  • Fixed bugs and increased stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 19.5 Build 3655.21189 (Oct 19, 2021)

  • Added improvements in UI design, changed icons in the top panel.
  • New program icon.
  • Improved processing of transparent templates in the Hand Painted Frame.
  • Hidden display of the protective mask on the After tab in the Glitch Art effect.
  • Added file saving options in the Batch Processing dialog box.
  • Added the Reset button to the Text tab.
  • Extended the list of supported RAW formats.
  • Increased the program stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 19.0 Build 3538.20356 (Apr 11, 2021)

  • New Glitch Art Effect.
  • Redesigned user interface.
  • Added Favorites Group to Presets.
  • Updated the Installation Wizard for Windows.
  • Fixed bugs and increased program stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 18.5 Build 3386.20099 (Jan 20, 2021)

  • Added new frames to the Default Pack in Hand Painted Frame.
  • Extended the list of supported RAW formats.
  • Added support for macOS 11 Big Sur.
  • Improved compatibility with Adobe CC 2021.
  • Updated the Installation Wizard for Windows.
  • Fixed bugs and improved program stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 18.0 Build 3354.19768 (Oct 24, 2020)

  • Added the Text tab that allows users to add text, watermark, or logo to images.
  • Added different paths to save and load images.
  • Fixed bugs (including the behavior of the Print panel) and improved the program stability.
  • Improved processing in Hand Panted Frame:
  • Accelerated processing when applying a frame;
  • Implemented smoother image embedding;
  • Added the ability to change the order of source images by dragging and dropping;
  • Added an application of a new selected frame to the last used image;
  • Added reset to Default Pack at program start, if an unregistered pack is selected;
  • Added a name of a frame pack to the activation window for the frame packs;
  • Added start of image processing by clicking on the After tab (if Autorun is ON).

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 17.5 Build 3277.19626 (Aug 28, 2020)

  • Improved subfolders processing in Batch mode.
  • Added 20 new frames into the Default Pack in Hand Painted Frame.
  • Extended the list of supported RAW formats.
  • Improved compatibility with Adobe Photoshop CC 2020.
  • Updated the Installation Wizard for Windows.
  • Improved compatibility with macOS Catalina (10.15).
  • Updated the Installation Wizard for Windows.
  • Fixed bugs and improved stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 17 Build 3254.18459 (Sep 5, 2019)

  • Added the possibility to create custom frame packs.
  • Added the Delete button to the Frame Packs Manager.
  • Enhanced batch processing: added the possibility to pre-specify custom file names when performing batch processing.
  • Added support for new RAW files in the standalone version.
  • Fixed bugs and improved stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 16 Build 16.1.3167.18028 (Mar 29, 2019)

  • The Publishing option has been extracted to a separate module (on Windows).
  • Added support for more RAW files in the standalone version.
  • Fixed bugs and improved stability.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 16 Build 16.0.3145.17808 (Jan 23, 2019)

  • Added the new Vignette frame that creates a softly colored edge.
  • Added the Batch Processing feature.
  • Added the color ring to the Eyedropper tool which helps to select colors more precisely.
  • Interface themes in the Preferences are now presented as color plates.
  • Fixed bugs and interface glitches.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 15 Build 15.1.3088.17417 (Nov 28, 2018)

  • Added compatibility with Photoshop CC 2019 (version 20.0).
  • Added compatibility with macOS 10.14 (Mojave).
  • Added support for more RAW files in the standalone version.
  • Fixed minor bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 15 Build 15.0.3065.16862-r (Aug 21, 2018)

  • Added the new Color Stripes effect that allows splitting the image into separate areas with different color properties.
  • Integrated the Notification Panel.
  • Added support for more RAW files.
  • Fixed bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 14 Build 14.0.2997.16524-r (May 8, 2018)

  • Added the new 3D Tab to the Classic frame.
  • Added the Classic frame tab to the Passe-Partout frame.
  • Added the Edge Color option to the Ragged frame.
  • Added the Posterizing option to the Halftone effect.
  • Added new presets to the following categories: Classic frame, Passe-Partout, Ragged frame, Halftone effect.
  • Fixed minor bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 13 Build 13.0.2957.15974-r (Jan 23, 2018)

  • Added the Random Patterns feature to the Pattern frame.
  • The Texture Library has been updated.
  • Changed the default frame pack.
  • Added the Frame Pack Manager for frame packs.
  • Some check-box have been replaced with icons.
  • Added new Pattern Frame presets.
  • Added full compatibility with Photoshop CC 2018.
  • The maximum available scale of the interface now depends on the screen resolution.
  • Improved the brightness increasing algorithm for patterns and textures.
  • Accelerated the Ragged Frame algorithm.
  • Fixed minor bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 12 Build 12.0.2869.15626-r (Sep 12, 2017)

  • Added the Passe-Partout frame.
  • The Halftone effect has been improved to provide better performance on large-scale images.
  • Added the Presets panel for the frame effects.
  • Added AKVIS presets.
  • Added the new Gray interface theme. The Dark and Light themes have been improved.
  • Fixed minor bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 11.0.2774.14851-o (Apr 27, 2017)

  • Added support for Ultra HD 4K and 5K resolution displays. The interface has been modernized and provides better display capabilities. The texts and new vector based icons now scale correctly.
  • Added the possibility to choose a drive to install the program.
  • Improved the plugin compatibility with image editors (with Photoshop CC 2017).
  • Improved the Print dialog with new features of printing high resolution images on multiple pages.
  • Added the new Dark interface theme. It's possible to switch between the styles in the program preferences.
  • Support for new RAW files for the standalone version.
  • Facebook and Tumblr are temporarily hidden from the list of the available publishing services due to the changes in their policy.
  • Changed the Navigator window into the roll-up panel.
  • Changed the About the Program window.
  • Changed the Activation window.
  • Fixed minor bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 10.5.2480.10625-o (Apr 18, 2014)

  • Added the Share option that lets users post pictures from the program to the social services: Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Tumblr, Google+.
  • Improved the Halftone effect:
  • twice increased the image processing speed for One Color mode;
  • fixed the problem with transparency;
  • fixed the bugs in progress bar;
  • fixed the mask pattern processing bug.
  • Added support for more RAW formats to the standalone version.
  • Added saving last used settings and restoring them when launching the program or switching between effects/frames.
  • Improved compatibility of the plugin with Adobe Photoshop CC and with Corel PaintShop Pro X6.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 10.0.2465.9918-r (Sep 12, 2013)

  • New Summer Frame Pack (for the Standalone version) has been released.
  • Added compatibility of the plugin with Adobe Photoshop CC.
  • Changed the setup file for Windows. Now there are two files - for Windows 32 bit and 64 bit.
  • Fixed minor bugs.
  • New Frames:
  • Fantasy Pack for ArtSuite has been released.
  • Spring Pack for ArtSuite has been released.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 9.5.2459.9567-r (Feb 9, 2013)

  • Fixed the bug of incorrect displaying of patterns in the Library.
  • Fixed the bug in the plugin that happened after the Crop tool was used in the image editor.
  • Fixed the bug on the first use of the program (with "empty textures").
  • Fixed the bug when switching from Hand Painted Frames to the Effects.
  • Added the possibility (for Hand Painted Frames) to display the name of the pack and the frame in the program's window title when using the frame packs and the file name if using Custom texture.
  • Improved compatibility with Windows 8.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 9.0.2436.8964-r (Oct 4, 2012)

  • Added the new Halftone effect which turns a photo into a halftone picture giving it a retro comic book look. The image is represented with dots in a specific pattern. This technique is widely used for creating outstanding designs and stylish posters and for screenprinting.
  • You can adjust the pattern, the grid type, and other settings. You can select any color or use colors of the original image.
  • Read more about the Halftone effect.
  • Added the list of the Presets to the Effects. First you can try AKVIS presets and then create your own exclusive variations.
  • Additionally, in both groups, Frames and Effects, it's possible to save a preset to a file and load it from the file using the buttons in the top panel.
  • Fixed bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 8.0.2338.8619-r (May 16, 2012)

  • Added compatibility of the plugin with Adobe Photoshop CS6 and Photoshop Elements 11.
  • Improved compatibility of the plugin with Corel PSP X4.
  • Fixed bug when working with certain color profiles.
  • Fixed the EXIF error and the orientation error when saving JPEG.
  • Added support for images from Sony cameras SLT-A35, SLT-A65V, NEX-5N, and Panasonic camera DMC-GX1.
  • Improved the Print dialog (when no printers are installed).

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 7.5.2321M.8290-r (Nov 22, 2011)

  • New patterns and textures have been added to the program's Library. Most of them are festive (holiday) patterns.
  • The built-in Library has been reorganized. Now it offers new groups under Classic: "Nature", "Post Stamps", and under Pattern: "Halloween", "Christmas & NY", "Happy Birthday", "St. Valentine", etc.
  • The new version offers an improved way to use the Library: now you can select a group and a texture included in the Library or load a custom pattern right in the Settings Panel.
  • The new patterns are available in both editions (plugin and standalone), for all types of licenses, and can generate various frames.
  • Added the new color scheme of the Hints Panel.
  • Added compatibility with Adobe Photoshop Elements 10, for the plug-in version.
  • Fixed error in the Smoothness parameter of the Glamour effect, and other minor bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 7.0.2208.7849-r (Nov 22, 2011)

  • New Sports Frame Pack (for the Standalone version).
  • Added new patterns to the Texture Library.
  • Added support for RAW files.
  • Added the possibility to use OS File dialog (for loading and saving files).
  • Added the Go To the Product page button.
  • Added the possibility to hide/show the Control Panel.
  • Added the new opions to the program preferences:
  • the check-box which activates the OS Load/Save File Dialog,
  • and the check-box which locks the top panel view.
  • Fixed small bugs.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 6.5.2121.6959-r (Jul 6, 2010)

  • Bugs have been fixed, and the plug-in version now have 64 bit support (is compatible with Photoshop CS4-CS5 64-bit)

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 6.0.2031.6289-r (Mar 31, 2010)

  • Added the ability to use additional frame packs to the standalone version.
  • Added compatibility with Photoshop CS4 64 bit to the plugin version.
  • Fixed bugs.
  • New Installation program on Windows.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 5.0.1811.4931-r (Jun 19, 2009)

  • Added new Hand Painted Frames to the standalone version.
  • Improved compatibility for the plugin on Windows.
  • New interface design.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 4.0.1147.2612-r (May 21, 2008)

  • Added new effects: Glamour and Two Keys. The Glamour effect adds a glamorous look to your photo portraits. The Two Keys effect adjusts many aspects of a photo (color shades, contrast, brightness) using two key colors.

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 2.6 (Dec 14, 2007)

  • Added new patterns for decoration of Christmas postcards.
  • Added new interface language - French.
  • Added compatibility with Photoshop Elements v.6.0.
  • Added compatibility with Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard).

New in AKVIS ArtSuite 2.5.656-r (Sep 17, 2007)

  • Added a new effect - Texcture.
  • Added new frames and textures samples into the Library.
  • Fixed some serious bugs in Macintosh version.