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Graphic & Design

(342 programs)

Paintbrush 2.5
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Mac users can go back to basics
1616 votes
3M downloads
- PROS: Free to download and use, Supports multiple file formats, User-friendly interface, Very similar to Microsoft Paint
- CONS: Freehand drawing is still tricky, Doesn’t manage curves well
Adobe XD varies-with-device
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free App for Design Lovers
83 votes
32K downloads
- PROS: Clean and intuitive interface, Ideal for interface designers
- CONS: No layer panel tools, No styles and symbols
AutoCAD 2017
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
The industry standard CAD design package
370 votes
192K downloads
- PROS: Slick OS X interface, Takes advantage of Magic Mouse, Trackpad, Multi-Touch etc, Create and edit DWG files natively, Free three year license for educators and students
- CONS: Very large download file, Intimidating for beginners
SketchUp 15.3.329
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Powerful yet accessible 3D modeling software
847 votes
424K downloads
- PROS: Makes 3D drawing much easier, Lots of tips and hints, User friendly, Upload your creations to Google Earth, Integrated with Google Maps
- CONS: Lacks advanced features of major CAD apps, No export to CAD format in free version
Keynote 10.3.9
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Create stunning cinematic presentations on your Mac
316 votes
437K downloads
- PROS: Creates cinema-like presentations easily, Supports dragging and dropping of components, Allows some amazing animation effects, Lots of Apple themes, Much improved iOS integration
- CONS: Less suited to business presentations than PowerPoint, Some stability issues syncing with iOS 8
Photoshop 13.0.4 update for CS6
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
A Free Design & Photography program for Mac
369 votes
117K downloads
LEGO Digital Designer 4.3.11
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Relive your childhood without losing a block
106 votes
22K downloads
- PROS: Endless amounts of bricks to choose from, Zooms and pans into any angle, High level of realism
- CONS: Zooming and panning can be slow or jerky sometimes, Sometimes tricky to click blocks into place
GIMP 2.10.22
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Open source image editor gets even better
1198 votes
567K downloads
- PROS: Multiplatform, Powerful image editing tools, Lots of interface tweaks to make it newbie friendly, Single-window mode, FINALLY runs natively on the Mac
- CONS: Can't view multiple items in single-window mode, Not many included automated features
123D Design 2.2.1
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free CAD Design Software
45 votes
14K downloads
- PROS: Simple, Intuitive Graphics User Interface, Free Software, Works Well with Various 3D Printers, Rich Database of User-Created Prints
- CONS: Limited Designing Features, May Still Need Long Learning Curve for Novices, May Not Cater to Professional Designers’ Needs
Adobe Photoshop CS5 update 12.0.4
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
A more reliable experience
146 votes
140K downloads
- PROS: Resolves bugs and crash issues in CS5, Adds tablet and Smartphone support
Publisher Lite 1.7.3
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free Desktop Publishing Software
23 votes
17K downloads
- PROS: Wide Choices of Art Resources, Various Pre-configured Objects Offered, Integrates with iCloud, Free to Use
- CONS: Basic Layouting Features, Limited Number of Templates, Lacks Advanced Photo Editing Functions
Inkscape 1.0.1
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
A Top-Quality Graphic Design Software that’s Free
193 votes
61K downloads
- PROS: A great tool to get started, Free tool; easy and quick to download and install
- CONS: Processing can be speedier, Large file handling could be unstable
Canva 1.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Design any visual content you can think of
2 votes
1K downloads
- PROS: Millions of design tools, elements, and templates available, Drag-and-drop feature, Advanced photo editing tools, High-quality print service
- CONS: Template designs are randomly scattered in the page
Blender 2.66
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Advanced open source 3D graphics modeling app
154 votes
65K downloads
- PROS: Completely free, Allows production of animation, movies and advanced 3D content, Suitable for professional use
- CONS: No sound support for Intel Macs, Not suitable for beginners - highly complex
Adobe Animate CC (Adobe Flash Professional) 2015.1
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
The most popular animation software
121 votes
47K downloads
- PROS: Full integration with Creative Cloud, Wide range of uses, Versatile format, Help for novices
- CONS: Difficult to navigate
Sketch 3.0.1
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Visualize Your Ideas with Sketch
136 votes
65K downloads
- PROS: Simple and easy to learn, Seemingly-limitless canvas, Powerful vector editor, Excellent range of tools
- CONS: Not designed for drawing, Can only be used on one device per license
Pixlr 1.1.1.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
High-Quality Photo Editor for Beginners
49 votes
31K downloads
- PROS: Beginner-Friendly Interface, Wide Range of Filters and Effects, Large Work Space and Dynamic Menus, Quality Results
- CONS: Lack of Advanced Editing Tools, RAM Consumption Could Be Better
Krita for Mac 4.4.2
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
A free app for Mac, by KDE.
9 votes
2K downloads
MacPaint X 0.3
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
MS Paint style app for Macs based on MacPaint
64 votes
51K downloads
- PROS: Easy to use, Similar to MS Paint, Supports lots of formats
- CONS: Lacks advanced editing options, Beta may be unstable
Adobe DNG Converter 13.1
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Convert digital photographs with Adobe DNG Converter
2 votes
3K downloads
- PROS: Versatile tool, Many cameras supported
- CONS: Not all camera formats covered, Unpolished interface

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