To roll back a Photoshop update, use the Creative Cloud desktop application.
Here's a detailed breakdown:
Steps to Revert to a Previous Photoshop Version
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Open the Creative Cloud Desktop Application: Locate the Creative Cloud icon (usually in your system tray or dock) and open the application.
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Find Photoshop: Navigate to the "Apps" section. You should see Photoshop listed.
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Access Other Versions: Click on the three dots (...) next to the "Open" button (or "Update" button if an update is available). A menu will appear.
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Select "Other Versions": In the menu, choose the option labeled "Other Versions".
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Choose Your Previous Version: A list of previously installed versions of Photoshop will be displayed. Select the version you want to revert to.
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Install the Selected Version: Click the "Install" button next to the desired version. This will begin the installation process. The Creative Cloud app might prompt you to uninstall the current version first.
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Optional: Reset Preferences (if needed): If you experience issues after rolling back, you can try resetting Photoshop preferences. To do this, press and hold Alt+Control+Shift (Windows) or Option+Command+Shift (Mac) immediately after launching Photoshop. This will prompt you to delete the current settings file.
Important Considerations:
- Compatibility: Ensure the older version of Photoshop is compatible with your operating system and any plugins you rely on.
- Project Files: Rolling back shouldn't directly affect your existing Photoshop project files (.PSD). However, newer versions of Photoshop might have features that aren't fully supported in older versions. Therefore, save a copy of your work before making significant changes after rolling back.
- Uninstalling the Current Version: You might be required to uninstall the current version of Photoshop before installing the older version. This is normal. The Creative Cloud app will guide you through this process.
- Creative Cloud Subscription: You need an active Adobe Creative Cloud subscription to download and install previous versions of Photoshop.
