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Photoshop Plugin Modernization for Pics.io

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development • Desktop Application Development

Industry

Software Development

Duration

1 month

Budget

Less than 10K

Start Date

1 November 2024

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Onshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

81/100

Strong

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Client

Pics.io

Dover, United States of America

Project Summary

AnyforSoft modernized Pics.io's Photoshop integration by reengineering the plugin to be compatible with both legacy CEP and the new UXP platform. The team rebuilt the plugin using React and UXP developer tools, implemented features like in-Photoshop asset browsing, version-controlled saving, and batch processing, and performed iterative testing. The delivered dual-compatible plugin met performance and usability expectations, adhered to the agreed roadmap and timelines, and produced reliable, bug-free code.

Key Challenges

Ensure compatibility with Photoshop's transition from CEP to the new UXP platform
Preserve all existing functionality and user conveniences during migration
Manage risks from outdated dependencies and limited UXP documentation

Project Deliverables

Reengineered Pics.io Photoshop plugin for dual CEP and UXP compatibility
Rebuilt plugin using React and UXP developer tools
Implemented in-Photoshop asset browsing, version-controlled saving, and batch processing
UI updates and iterative testing

Project Solution

The AnyforSoft team performed onboarding and environment setup for the legacy CEP plugin, analyzed the codebase and dependencies, and followed Adobe’s migration guidelines. They reengineered the plugin by rebuilding it using React and UXP developer tools and rewriting key functionality with UXP native APIs, implemented features such as in-Photoshop asset browsing, version-controlled saving, and batch processing, and completed UI updates and iterative testing to ensure stable performance across both CEP and UXP environments, delivering a dual-compatible plugin.

Project Outcome

Timely delivery of seamless access to Pics.io functionality within Photoshop across CEP and UXP
Minimal disruption during transition with users continuing normal workflows
Continued client adoption and satisfaction due to a reliable, bug-free plugin

Platforms

Desktop

Tech Stack

React.js

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“AnyforSoft delivered a dual-compatible plug-in that met the client's performance and usability expectations. The team provided a roadmap, adhered to timelines, and communicated effectively. AnyforSoft's reliability and ability to deliver bug-free code stood out and ensured a successful project.”
Vlad Tsepelev
CTO
Date: 04/24/2025