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Can I Transfer Photoshop Elements to a New Computer?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 11:56 am

If you’re moving to a new computer, you may be wondering if you can transfer your copy of Photoshop Elements to the new machine. The good news is that you can indeed transfer Elements to a new computer, and the process is relatively simple. Here’s what you need to do:

First, deactivate your copy of Elements on the old computer. To do this, launch Elements and go to Help > Deactivate. Once deactivated, you can uninstall the program from the old machine.

PRO TIP: When transferring Photoshop Elements to a new computer, it is important to deactivate the software on the old computer before uninstalling it. Otherwise, you will not be able to use the software on the new computer.

Next, install Elements on the new computer. You can do this by inserting the installation disc into the drive and following the on-screen prompts, or by downloading the installer from Adobe’s website and running it on the new machine.

Once installed, launch Elements on the new computer and enter your serial number when prompted. This will activate your copy of the program on the new machine.

And that’s it! You should now be able to use Photoshop Elements on your new computer just like you did on your old one.

Conclusion:

So there you have it – transferring Photoshop Elements to a new computer is a pretty straightforward process. Just remember to deactivate your copy of the program on the old machine before uninstalling it, and then enter your serial number when prompted on the new machine during installation. With just a few simple steps, you’ll be up and running with Elements on your new computer in no time.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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