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Can You Open HEIC in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 3:19 pm

The new High Efficiency Image Format, or HEIC, is a great way to save space on your iOS devices. But what if you want to view or edit those images on your computer?

Can you open HEIC in Photoshop?

The answer is yes, but you’ll need to download a plugin first. Once you have the plugin installed, you can open HEIC files in Photoshop just like any other image file. You can even edit and save them in the HEIC format if you want.

PRO TIP: If you are trying to open a HEIC file in Photoshop, you may not be able to do so. HEIC is a new file format that is not yet compatible with Photoshop.

If you’re not sure how to install the plugin or don’t want to bother with it, there are other ways to view HEIC files on your computer. Many photo viewing and editing programs, such as Windows Photo Viewer and IrfanView, can open HEIC files without any extra plugins. Just remember that you won’t be able to edit or save those files in the HEIC format unless you have the plugin installed.

So can you open HEIC in Photoshop? Yes, but you’ll need to install a plugin first.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.