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Adobe Releases App- and Web-Based Creative Cloud Express
Simplified tools aimed at new users
By Lawrence Bonk Lawrence Bonk News Reporter Florida State University Lawrence Bonk is a tech news reporter for Lifewire, specializing in gaming, AI, VR, and consumer tech, including iOS, macOS, wearables, and more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Published on December 13, 2021 12:16PM EST Fact checked by Jerri Ledford Fact checked by Jerri Ledford Western Kentucky University Gulf Coast Community College Jerri L. Ledford has been writing, editing, and fact-checking tech stories since 1994. Her work has appeared in Computerworld, PC Magazine, Information Today, and many others. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Software & Apps Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming If you've always gazed longingly at Adobe's suite of creativity apps but were turned off by their steep learning curves and exorbitant cost, you're in luck. The company just surprise-released Adobe Creative Cloud Express, a riff on their popular Creative Cloud service package. Express includes simplified versions of the tools found in Photoshop, Acrobat, Illustrator, and more. Adobe Adobe Creative Cloud Express brings some new ideas to the table to enhance the workflow for new users, including AI effects, a huge font library, and customizable templates. The service is available via web browsers or as a dedicated app for Android and iOS users. "We all know that a creative idea can strike at any time," said chief product officer Scott Belsky at a virtual news conference attended by Lifewire. "We created a unified set of easy-to-use, yet powerful, web and mobile apps that provide everything you need with just a few clicks." Express is squarely aimed at those looking to perform graphic design feats without jumping through hoops. The software fully automates many common tasks like removing backgrounds, resizing videos and images for social media sites, and swapping out assets while retaining the effects and filters from an original image. Creative Cloud Express users can also easily collaborate with their more advanced counterparts, as the newly released app syncs seamlessly with the Creative Cloud Suite. The two share assets, fonts, and design templates. The app is free to start, but a $10/month premium tier grants access to Adobe Stock images and related features. Existing Creative Cloud subscribers can join the Express premium tier at no extra cost. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire The 5 Best Instagram Apps to Boost Engagement What Is Photoshop? What Is a ZXP File? How to Make a Pattern in Photoshop The Best Mac Desktop Publishing Software of 2022 The 8 Best Colors Apps of 2022 7 Free Thumbnail Makers for YouTube Videos The 8 Coolest Apps You've Never Heard Of How to Use Canva How to Become an Adobe Certified Expert Adobe Premiere Pro Review: Advanced Video Editor with Effects, Lumetri Color Grading, and More Mac vs. PC for Graphic Design The 10 Best Camera Apps for iPhone in 2022 8 Best Free Photo Editing Apps Top 4 Windows Web Editing Suites The 8 Best T-Shirt Design Software of 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies