By: Sally Strebel
Previously, image editors were intimidating to beginners but with technology, the editors available today prove very easy to use. In fact, they are so quick and easy to use that even professionals take advantage of their features. After some extensive research, the following editors validate their ranks as the best free web-based image editors.
Picnik
Picnik’s ease of use makes it a front runner in the image editor market. It’s nicely designed and comes equip with many basic editing features such as crop, resize, rotate, create, and more. Picnik is great for simple editing and works with Mac, Windows, and Linux. No downloading is required. Just upload a photo.
Image Editor
FotoFlexer
FotoFlexer makes photo editing fun. Start by uploading a photo and become pleasingly overwhelmed by the robust system. Features include basic editing controls, effects, decorations, layers, smart features, and much more. Check out FotoFlexer’s tutorials to learn more.
Aviary Phoenix
Aviary Phoenix offers a powerful set of image editing and manipulation features. The features include layers, editing toolsets, and the ability to collaborate with others.
Aviary Image Editor
Drpic.com
For quick and easy edits, check out DrPic. From the home page, all features are present. Once editing is complete, choose a format and save the image to a disk or the web.
Adobe Photoshop Express
Take Adobe Photoshop Express for a test drive and you’ll see why photoshop is considered the gold standard. The application allows users to upload, organize, edit, and share their images. Add decorations to photos including text bubbles.
Photoshop Express
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