ToneSmith — Photoshop Plugin

  • Does the plugin work with older versions of Photoshop?

    No — Photoshop 23.0 or later is required. Older versions don't support the UXP framework the plugin is built on. The web app at tonesmith.makerfoundryco.com works in any modern browser and provides the same functionality if you're on an older Photoshop.
  • How do I install the Photoshop plugin?

    Go to your account page and download tonesmith.ccx. 2. Double-click the .ccx file — Creative Cloud will open and prompt you to install. 3. Click Install. 4. Open Photoshop (or restart it). 5. Go to Plugins → ToneSmith (or Window → Extensions → ToneSmith on older versions). 6. Enter your license ...
  • The plugin isn't appearing in Photoshop after install

    Try these steps: 1. Restart Photoshop fully. 2. Check you're on Photoshop 23.0+ (Help → About Photoshop). 3. Re-run the .ccx installer. 4. Check Creative Cloud desktop app — look under Plugins for ToneSmith. 5. In newer Photoshop, plugins appear under the Plugins menu, not Window → Extensions. St...
  • What are the system requirements for the plugin?

    Adobe Photoshop 23.0 or later (Creative Cloud), Windows 10+ or macOS 11 (Big Sur)+. An active ToneSmith subscription and license key. The plugin uses Adobe's UXP framework and will not work with older Photoshop versions (CS6, CC 2019, etc.).
  • Where do I find my license key?

    Your license key is on your account page under the License section. It's generated automatically when your trial or subscription is active. Copy it and paste into the plugin panel in Photoshop when prompted.