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Web-Based Photo Editors

We looked at six free, browser-based image editors that promise to make photo fixes easy; this chart summarizes their differences.

Edited by Harry McCracken   

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1
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Picnik

A superb interface and thoughtful touches make photo editing fun.

Full Review - Rated: August 01, 2008
2
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Arbor Labs FotoFlexer

A bevy of unique editing tools wrapped up in a better-than-average interface; full-resolution editing is optional and somewhat sluggish.

Full Review - Rated: August 01, 2008
3
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Adobe Photoshop Express (beta)

Offers an easy way for inexperienced users to edit and share their photos.

Full Review - Rated: August 01, 2008
4
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Faux Labs Splashup

Mimics Photoshop with amazing fidelity, including layer support; but it's less usable than the best, and short on flashy effects.

Full Review - Rated: August 01, 2008
5
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FlauntR

Bursting at the seams with whizzy features, but the convoluted and sluggish interface makes FlauntR a drag to use.

Full Review - Rated: August 01, 2008
6
PCWorld Rating

Picture2Life

Lots of special effects and a few interesting features can't compensate for a hopelessly annoying user experience.

Full Review - Rated: August 01, 2008

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