How to Install Photoshop Plug-Ins

Plug-ins for Adobe Photoshop extend the capabilities of the popular image editor and can help users apply numerous effects--from making an image look like an antique photograph to removing red eyes in pictures. Photoshop Plug-ins are created using the .8bf file format and installing them is as simple as cutting and pasting the file into your Adobe Photoshop Plug-ins folder.

Things You'll Need

• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Plug-in File (.8bf)

Instructions

1. Close Adobe Photoshop and navigate to your Photoshop folder. On a Windows operating system this is typically found at C:\Program Files\Adobe\Photoshop, or on a Mac operating system at C:\Applications\Adobe Photoshop.

2. Open the folder called "Plug-ins" (may be spelled Plugins) and create a new subfolder. Name this subfolder something that describes the plug-in so it will be easier to find in the Filters menu.

3. Paste the .8bf file into the new subfolder.

4. Start Adobe Photoshop to allow it to discover the new plug-in. You will now be able to find it under the "Filters" menu.

Tips & Warnings

• Photoshop must be closed during the installation of the Plug-in in order for it to be properly recognized the next time the program loads.

• You can find Photoshop plug-ins on the Internet, at sites such as "The Plugin Site" (see link in Resources).

References

• Akvis
• The Plugin Site

Resources

• The Plugin Site