The Best Software For Graphic Designers

There are so many programmes out there for all levels of ability, budget and resources for graphic designers. Whether you’re just starting out, or have your own graphic design company - here are our recommendations for the industry’s best software:?

1) Adobe Illustrator?

Part of the Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard software used for all types of design. Adobe Illustrator has the most tools and features for vector editing and drawing. It’s also compatible with both Mac and PCs, as well as some tablets. Due to all its powerful features, Illustrator does require a subscription - you can choose to pay for Illustrator alone or the whole Creative Cloud which includes Photoshop, InDesign and more.?

2) Adobe Photoshop?

Everyone has heard of Photoshop, and it's the industry's leading software used for image editing. However, Photoshop can do so much more than just editing photos. You can use it for 3D modelling, UX design, digital drawing and more. Photoshop is also part of the Adobe Creative Cloud, if you are a working designer, Photoshop and the rest of the Cloud is pretty much a must!?

3) CorelDraw?

CorelDraw is a similar platform to Illustrator, with a different interface. It doesn’t have as many features as Illustrator, but is still great and it allows you to work with AI and PDF files just like Adobe. CorelDraw is known for being easy to use, but still includes hundreds of powerful elements and features.?

4) Autodesk Maya

Autodesk Maya (by the software giant Autodesk) is used all across the industry, even by the likes of Pixar Studios. Autodesk Maya is best used for 3D work, and enables you to do anything from animation through to modelling. It is definitely the most feature-rich software when it comes to all kinds of 3D workflow.?

5) Affinity Designer?

Affinity is also similar to Adobe Illustrator, and even includes some features that you cannot find on Adobe. One of the greatest benefits of Affinity is that it works with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop files, so if your colleagues work with Adobe software - you can still also work on these files.?

Here at Yellow Slate Design we use top of the range Apple Macs, in conjunction with the full Adobe Creative Cloud suite including Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign to make the best quality creations. If you are looking for professional graphic design, a new website, print work, branding or advertising services, Yellow Slate Design can take care of all of this for you. Visit our website https://www.yellowslatedesign.com/contact-us and get in touch!