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How Do I Install Photoshop Extensions?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 12:30 pm

Installing Photoshop extensions is a simple process that can be completed in just a few minutes. There are two methods for installing Photoshop extensions: using the Adobe Extension Manager, or manually copying the files to the correct location on your hard drive.

The Adobe Extension Manager is the recommended method for installing Photoshop extensions, as it will handle all of the file copying and configuration for you. To install a Photoshop extension using the Extension Manager, simply download the extension from the internet and double-click on the file to launch the Extension Manager. Click on the “Install” button and follow the prompts.

If you prefer to install Photoshop extensions manually, you will need to first download the extension files from the internet. Once you have downloaded the files, unzip them and copy them to the following location on your hard drive:

Windows: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop [version]\Extensions\

Mac OS X: /Applications/Adobe Photoshop [version]/Extensions/

Once you have copied the extension files to the correct location, launch Photoshop and go to Edit > Preferences. In the preferences dialog box, click on “Plug-Ins” and make sure that “Load Extension TWAIN Data Sources” is checked.

Close the preferences dialog box and restart Photoshop. The extension should now be installed and ready to use.

PRO TIP: When installing Photoshop extensions, be sure to follow the instructions carefully. Some extensions may require that you restart Photoshop in order for the extension to work properly. Also, be aware that some extensions may not be compatible with all versions of Photoshop.
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