Online Photoshop (PS): Browser Image Editor with Layers

Online Photoshop alternative: edit images with layers, filters, brushes, and 30+ tools right in your browser, and export to PNG, JPG, or WebP.

Updated 2026-08-16

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Features

Full layer management: add, delete, reorder, and adjust opacity of multiple layers
30+ drawing and editing tools including brush, eraser, shape tools, text, and more
Image filters and adjustments: brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, blur, and noise
Selection tools: rectangle, ellipse, lasso, magic wand, and color range
Layer blending modes (multiply, screen, overlay, etc.) for professional compositing
Export to PNG, JPG, or WebP formats with quality control
Unlimited undo/redo with full edit history
Zoom and pan for pixel-level precision editing
Color picker with HEX, RGB, and HSL support

How to Use

1The editor loads directly below: it looks and works like desktop Photoshop with a toolbar on the left, layers panel on the right, and canvas in the center.
2Select tools from the toolbar: brush for painting, eraser for removing, shape tools for rectangles/ellipses, and text tool for adding text.
3Manage layers in the layers panel: click the + icon to add a new layer, drag to reorder, adjust opacity with the slider.
4Apply image adjustments and filters from the top menu: Image > Adjustments for brightness/contrast, Filter for blur/sharpen effects.
5Use selection tools (rectangle, lasso, magic wand) to isolate specific areas before applying edits or filters.
6Save or export your work: File > Save as PNG for the final image, or File > Save Project to keep a .json project file for later editing.
7Use the Magic Wand tool to remove backgrounds: select the wand from the toolbar, click on the background area, adjust Tolerance (10-50) to capture similar colors, press Delete. Refine edges with the Eraser tool for a clean result.
8Apply layer blending modes for creative effects: select a layer, open the blending mode dropdown in the layers panel, and experiment with Multiply (darkens), Screen (lightens), Overlay (contrast), and Soft Light (gentle blending). Each mode blends differently with layers below.
9Use keyboard shortcuts for faster editing: V (Move), B (Brush), E (Eraser), T (Text), M (Rect Select), L (Lasso), W (Magic Wand). Editing: Ctrl+Z (Undo), Ctrl+Shift+Z (Redo), Ctrl+C/V (Copy/Paste), Ctrl+T (Free Transform).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a full replacement for Adobe Photoshop?

This is a powerful browser-based editor that covers most everyday editing needs: layers, filters, selection tools, brushes, and text. It cannot fully replace Adobe Photoshop for professional-grade work: there is no CMYK print prep, no advanced color grading, no smart objects, and limited PSD import. For web graphics, photo retouching, and digital art, it is a practical alternative that runs entirely in the browser on any OS (Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook) with no installation.

Do I need an Adobe account or login to use this?

No, this editor has no account system, no login, and no trial timer. It opens directly in the browser and works immediately. If you are looking for Adobe's own web version of Photoshop (photoshop.adobe.com), that one does require an Adobe ID and an active Creative Cloud subscription: a different product with a login wall.

Which Photoshop version is this based on?

None in particular. This is an independent browser editor that mimics Photoshop's layout and shortcuts (V/B/E/T/M/L/W, Ctrl+T), not a specific Adobe release, so there is no 'PS6' or 'PS7' version number to match. Features track the core tools most people use: layers, blending modes, selection tools, filters, and text. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Adobe.

Can I save my work and continue later?

Yes. Use File > Save Project to save a .json project file that preserves all layers, edits, and settings. Later, open the editor and use File > Open to load the project file and continue where you left off.

What browsers are supported?

All modern browsers that support HTML5 Canvas: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, and Opera. Internet Explorer is not supported. For the best experience, use the latest version of Chrome or Firefox.

Is there a file size limit?

There is no hard limit, but very large images (5000×5000+ pixels or 100MB+) may cause performance issues depending on your device's memory. For most web images and photos, performance is smooth.

Can I open PSD files?

The editor has limited PSD (Photoshop) file import support. Simple PSD files with basic layers may open correctly, but complex files with smart objects, adjustment layers, and layer effects may not render properly. It is best to use PNG or JPG as source files.

How do I remove the background from an image?

Use the Magic Wand tool from the toolbar and click on the background. Adjust Tolerance (10-50) to control how many similar colors are selected, then press Delete. For complex edges like hair, use the Lasso tool for finer control. Add a new layer behind your subject with a solid color or another image to complete the effect.

Does this online Photoshop support keyboard shortcuts?

Yes. Tool shortcuts: V (Move), B (Brush), E (Eraser), T (Text), M (Rectangle Select), L (Lasso), W (Magic Wand). Editing shortcuts: Ctrl+Z (Undo), Ctrl+Shift+Z (Redo), Ctrl+C (Copy), Ctrl+V (Paste), Ctrl+T (Free Transform), Ctrl+A (Select All). These follow Adobe Photoshop conventions for an easy transition.

Can I use this tool for digital painting and drawing?

Yes. The Brush tool supports adjustable size, opacity, and hardness. Use layers to separate your sketch, lineart, and coloring. The Eraser works as a brush too with adjustable size and opacity. While not as advanced as Krita or Procreate, it is great for quick sketches, annotations, and basic digital art right in your browser.

Can I crop an image into a circle or custom shape?

Yes. For a circle, use the Ellipse Select tool (hold Shift for a perfect circle), make your selection, then Edit > Copy and create a new canvas with transparent background. Paste your circular selection. For custom shapes, use the Lasso tool to draw any shape, then copy and paste onto a new canvas. Export as PNG to preserve transparency.

What is the maximum canvas size?

The canvas is bounded by the browser's own canvas limits: Chrome and Firefox support roughly 16384×16384 pixels, while Safari drops to about 8192×8192. Above those sizes the canvas fails to create, so for very large images scale them down first. A 4096×4096 canvas covers nearly all photo and web work and stays responsive.

Why does my exported image look blurry or smaller than expected?

The canvas stores real pixels, and the editor often displays it zoomed out to fit the window: what looks sharp at 25% zoom is the true pixel data. Export always writes the actual canvas pixels, so open the exported file at 100% zoom before judging it. If it really is blurry, the cause is usually a low-resolution source image or heavy JPEG compression: use PNG for text and line art, and check the canvas size before exporting.

Why can't I use Photoshop filters like Liquify in this online photoshop psd editor?

The editor ships a practical subset of Photoshop's tools (layers, selections, brushes, text, and core adjustments), but not every desktop filter. Liquify, the Neural Filters, and some smart filters rely on proprietary algorithms that Adobe has never licensed out. Honest comparison: if your workflow depends on Liquify or third-party plugins, an online photoshop psd cannot replace the desktop app; for layer-based retouching and compositing it covers most daily work.

Why do my layers disappear when I export a photo from this online photoshop as JPG?

JPG (and PNG) are flat formats: they have no layer storage, so exporting flattens the visible composite into one image. That is normal behavior in desktop Photoshop too. If you need to keep layers, save in a layered format such as PSD and keep a copy of the working file before flattening.