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How Do I Uninstall and Reinstall Photoshop?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 2:11 pm

If you’re looking to uninstall and reinstall Photoshop, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. First, you should always make sure to have a backup of your files before uninstalling anything.

Second, you need to be aware of where your Photoshop files are located. And third, you need to know how to properly uninstall and reinstall Photoshop. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do just that:

First, let’s talk about backing up your files. This is important because when you uninstall Photoshop, all of your files will be deleted as well. So, it’s always a good idea to have a backup just in case something goes wrong.

You can either back up your files manually or use a third-party backup service. If you choose to back up your files manually, you can do so by copying them to an external drive or cloud storage service. If you use a third-party backup service, make sure to follow their instructions on how to properly back up your files.

Next, let’s talk about where your Photoshop files are located. By default, Photoshop stores all of its files in the “My Documents” folder. However, if you’ve changed the location of the folder, you’ll need to know where it is so you can find it when you go to uninstall Photoshop.

To find out where your Photoshop folder is located, open the program and go to “Edit > Preferences > General.” In the “Preferences” window, look for the “File Location” section and click on the “Browse” button. This will open up a window showing you where your Photoshop folder is located.

PRO TIP: If you are planning to uninstall and reinstall Photoshop, be aware that this process will remove all your custom settings and preferences. Make sure to back up any files you want to keep before beginning.

Now that we’ve covered backing up your files and finding your Photoshop folder, it’s time to move on to uninstalling Photoshop. To do this, go to “Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features.”

In the “Programs and Features” window, find Adobe Photoshop in the list of installed programs and click on it. Then, click on the “Uninstall” button at the top of the window. Follow the prompts and wait for the uninstall process to finish.

Once Photoshop has been uninstalled, it’s time to reinstall it. To do this, go to Adobe’s website and download the latest version of Photoshop.

Once the download is finished, run the installer and follow the prompts. After installation is complete, launch Photoshop and restore your backup file (if necessary).

Conclusion:

Uninstalling and reinstalling Photoshop is relatively easy as long as you remember to back up your files beforehand and know where they’re located. Simply head over to Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, find Adobe Photoshop in the list of installed programs, click on it, and click on Uninstall at the top of the window. Then redownload Photoshop from Adobe’s website and run the installer.

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

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