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  A Mac Operating System requires different software from other operating systems, including Windows. A select variety of Mac photo programs are designed specifically for Mac Operating Systems and are often compatible with other systems. Some photo programs are simplified versions, while others carry more advanced tools for greater editing capabilities.
  
  

Pixelmator

• The Pixelmator photo image editor is only compatible with Mac operating software rated at 10.6 Snow Leopard or later. The program is available for hard copy purchase or can be downloaded directly from the program's website. Pixelmator gives the photo designer 64-bit architecture support, layer groups and transforming tools. Pixelmator can support over 100 file formats, and features color correction tools, filters and effects. The user can easily import images with Pixelmator from many devices, including cameras, smart phones and scanners. The program is compatible with social networking sites such as Facebook as well as online photo sites like Flickr. Online support is offered from the program's website, including tutorials and forums.
  
  

Photoshop Elements 8

• The most current version of Adobe Photoshop Elements for Mac Operating Systems is the Photoshop Elements 8. This program offers a simple way to edit pictures, from resizing without distortion to flaw reduction in photos. Photos can be edited into numerous versions, including contrast, color and lighting adjustments, for a side-by-side comparison of quality. Photoshop Elements offers pre-made templates to dress up photos, and allows the user to remove unwanted images from the picture. The program walks the user through step-by-step tutorials if needed. A free trial is offered on Adobe's website for those who are still debating about which program to use, and is also available in a Windows version.
  
  

iPhoto 09

• Apple iPhoto 09 allows a Mac user to organize their photos by numerous categories, including who, when and where. The program has the ability to recognize faces and destinations, automatically sorting them for the user. Editing tools allow photo improvements, including red-eye reduction, crop and retouch features. The photos can easily be designed into a slide show for computer viewing or can be published directly from the program onto Flickr or Facebook. iPhoto offers custom templates for greeting card designs, calendars and photo books.