Note that all filters support 16- and 32-bit modes only in Photoshop. Although it is quite straightforward with an excellent user guide, Filter Forge still requires some knowledge of creating filters to be used effectively. The obvious one is that via the simple editor, you can create your own filters. Filter Forge can operate as a standalone application or as a PS plug-in. What makes Filter Forge stand out from most average plugins are three main features. You can use it either within Photoshop or as a standalone plugin. Filter Forge's interface is simple enough to use even for beginners. If you're a dab hand with Photoshop then creating filters is something you'll be familiar with but if you're not, you might need a helping hand which is what Filter Forge aims to do. Filter Forge is priced at 299 USD (volume discounts available) and can be purchased online at the company website.
The key features of Filter Forge include a visual filter editor and a free online library of 6000+ user-created filters to which anyone can contribute. The free 90-day trial version of Filter Forge is available for download at Filter Forge is currently a Windows-only application, the OS X version for both Intel and PowerPC processors is in development. It allows you to build your own filters, textures, visual effects, distortions, patterns, backgrounds, and frames in a few clicks.
Softonic review High-end Photoshop plugin for building your own filtersįilter Forge is designed to help you create stunning filters as a high-end plug-in for Adobe Photoshop.