How to use Adobe Plugins

Adobe plug-ins are programs exclusively designed to enhance the usability and increase the number of functions an Adobe program can perform. Plug-ins are available for all Adobe programs. Plug-ins can be used to perform such operations as saving space on your hard drive, distorting a picture, or converting file extensions to make a file compatible with another program. It is possible to use a plug-in made by any company with an Adobe program.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Adobe Program (Such as Photoshop or Reader)
• Desired Plug-in Download

Enhancing Adobe Programs with Plug-ins

1. Select the plug-in you would like to download for your specific Adobe program. You can find a directory of available plug-ins for Adobe at PluginsWorld.com.

2. Close the Adobe program you are using to ensure there are no complications during the plug-in download.

3. Download the desired plug-in into your Adobe program. For example, if you would like to use the mosaic tile plug-in by Auto FX with your Adobe Photoshop CS2 program simply download the plug-in from the Auto FX website by choosing the "Download" prompt then clicking "Save to Folder".

4. Install the downloaded plug-in into the specific Adobe program. In this instance you would choose Adobe Photoshop CS2 as the "Install Location" found at the bottom of the install window.

5. Open the Adobe program. For this example, open Adobe Photoshop CS2.

6. Access the plug-in through the plug-in menu. The location will vary depending on the specific program. In Adobe Photshop CS2 you will choose "Filter" from the top bar to select the plug-in for use. Follow the prompts to turn your photo into a mosaic tile masterpiece.

Resources

• Find Adobe Plug-ins at PluginsWorld.com