GoKawiilOpen-Source Project PhotoCraft Rebuilds Photoshop-Style Editing in Rust
PhotoCraft is a new open-source image editor built entirely in Rust as a clean-room reimplementation of Adobe Photoshop's core functionality. It supports layers, masks, adjustment layers, layer styles, type, vector tools, brushes and native PSD file compatibility, running offline as a native desktop application. The project is part of ArtCraft, a broader suite of creative tools and community for artists.
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A native, open-source alternative that reads and writes real PSD files could reduce reliance on Adobe's subscription-based Creative Cloud for some users, particularly those wary of proprietary formats or ongoing costs. Building it in Rust suggests an emphasis on performance and memory safety compared to older C++ based editors, though how it compares to Photoshop's full feature depth in practice remains to be seen.
- PhotoCraft is an open-source, Rust-based reimplementation of Photoshop's core editing features
- It supports native PSD files, adjustment layers, layer styles, masks and vector/type tools
- It's part of ArtCraft, a community-driven suite of creative software tools
Source: github.com, 2026-10-06
Published there as: “Adobe Creative Suite Cleanroom Ported to Rust”
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