What is the best free video editor?+
DaVinci Resolve's free version wins, honestly. Professional editing, color grading and audio tools with no watermark and no time limit. It's the one I'd hand a friend. For simpler projects, Shotcut and Kdenlive run great on older machines and still cover the basics.
Do I need Photoshop to edit photos?+
No, not for most people anyway. Affinity Photo handles layers and RAW editing for a one-time price, and free tools like GIMP and Photopea cover everyday edits including PSD files. You only need Photoshop if your workflow depends on specific Adobe-only features.
What should I compare before buying editing software?+
Price model, platforms, and export formats. That's the shortlist. Subscriptions quietly add up, so check what three years actually costs. Then confirm your camera's RAW format and the codecs you export to are supported, or you pay twice: once for the software, once for the converter.
Which editing software supports the most export formats?+
DaVinci Resolve and Premiere Pro cover the widest range of imports and exports, ProRes and DNx included, plus most camera RAW formats. Shotcut and Kdenlive punch above their weight for free. We chart export formats per editor so you can check yours before committing.
Can I open Photoshop PSD files in free software?+
Yes. Photopea opens and edits PSDs right in the browser, free. GIMP does it on desktop, though complex layers can get wonky. Both handle everyday PSD work fine, which is why both rank well in our best image editing software comparison. We track exactly which PSD features each tool keeps.