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Graphic & Design (732 programs)

  1. License
    Free Download
    Language
    Czech
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Easy to use. Open source. Cross platform. Clean user interface. Complete suite of tools.
    CONS: Mac version is not the best.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    Spanish
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Easy to draw diagrams. Works as a circuit simulator. Does not need installation. Allows creation of almost any type of electrical circuit.
    CONS: Basic interface. Lacks advanced design features.
  3. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Elegant interface design. Easier to use than Photoshop. Quick photo fixes for editing newbies. Lots of templates to create original compositions with your photos. Excellent mobile syncing. Upload images instantly to social networking sites.
    CONS: Artwork utilities can be a bit confusing for beginners. Don't be confused: it's not a stripped-down version of Photoshop.
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Resolves bugs and crash issues in CS5. Adds tablet and Smartphone support.
  5. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: No installation required. Saves color history. Creates color combinations.
    CONS: Color history is not kept between sessions.
  6. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Various organics effects available. Configurable physics engine. Combine multiple particle systems together.
    CONS: Steep learning curve.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: This software offers a handy zoom function. There are additional colour schemes and palettes that can be downloaded.
    CONS: The paid version is no longer available online. Full functionalities can only be enjoyed with the installation of the larger Color Scheme Studio.
  8. PROS: Built-in wizards simplify design processes. 3D renditions are supported. Physical plans are able to be scanned and uploaded. A free version is available for non-commercial use.
    CONS: Only a limited number of objects are available. The basic application is equipped with a single house layout.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Open-source, allowing customization. Interface is easy to understand. A range of modification tools. Creates sophisticated 3D models.
    CONS: Photographs will need to be high quality for good results. Runs into problems if photographs lack metadata. Assumes a sophisticated knowledge of photography. Takes a long time to create an object.
  10. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Feature-packed in free version. Customizable interface. Supports using APIs. Cartesian Coordinate System. Offers batch printing functionality.
    CONS: Professional version has limited features.
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  12. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Removes multiple watermarks simultaneously. Various removal modes and selection tools. Redo and undo feature.
    CONS: Account registration required.
  13. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Three viewing modes. Large library of parts. Allow parts customization. Easy to create circuit design.
    CONS: No update from the developers.
  14. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Packed with powerful tools. Excellent multimedia integration. Support for many coding languages. Improved CSS inspection. Integration with WordPress, Joomla! etc. Writes good clean code.
    CONS: Lengthy installation process. Takes a while for beginners to get to grips with. Requires Creative Suite subscription.
  15. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Customisable modules depending on the type of animation you do. Very fast and powerful. Suitable for professionals. Optiomised for 64-bit machines.
    CONS: Not easy for beginners to pick-up. Modules have to be purchased separately.
  16. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Easy to use: drag and drop. Includes several templates to get you started.
    CONS: Text is not easy to edit.
  17. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free trial. Good range of 3D effects.
    CONS: Takes up a lot of space. Finding the right effects can take time.
  18. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free to download and use. Easy to install.
    CONS: Only available to Adobe Photoshop owners. A limited number of new features.
  19. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free trial offered. Benefits workflows and collaborative working. A truly multi-disciplinary design solution.
    CONS: Monthly subscription fees are much greater than paying annually. Uses third-party storage, such as DropBox, not its own.
  20. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Intuitive design interface. Built-in library of shapes and patterns. Design Space allows importing of pre-made designs online. Built-in camera lets you visualize your design.
    CONS: Subscribing to Cricut Access is not cost-effective. Could use drag-and-drop feature for easier designing.

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