Graphic designing software is a type of application software that is used to design graphics, posters, webpages, multimedia, etc. Here, we have listed all the common software for graphic designing.
Common Types of Server Software
Other Useful Server Software
Sketch
• On-premises, macOS only
• Create websites, apps, images, posters, etc.
• Autosaves changes, resize components automatically
• Share designs, collaborate with others through the cloud, etc.
CorelDRAW
• On-premises
• Create logos, web designs, app designs, print projects, etc.
• AI technology converts sketches
• Supports 40+ file formats, customizable UI, contains large no. of images, templates
GIMP
• On-premises
• Lightweight, fast, supports input devices
• Integrate 3rd party plugins
• Create, retouch, cloning, color management, etc.
Adobe Photoshop
• On-premises
• Create websites, logos, banners, 3-D designs, etc.
• Define canvas size, multi-layer editing, separate elements from the background, etc.
• Integrate stock library, fast even with large size images
Adobe Illustrator
• On-premises
• Create icons, posters, vector designs, etc.
• Mainly for vector designs, supports precise editing, consists of a wide variety of tools
• Integration with other Adobe products, a large no. of stock images, templates, videos, etc.
Vectornator
• On-premises
• Create most precise icons, posters, images, etc.
• Autotrace, gesture shortcuts, custom fonts, etc.
• Create vector designs, supports touchpad, mouse, pen, keyboard, etc.
Canva
• Web-based, easy-to-use
• Drag-and-drop editor, a large no. of free stock images, icons, etc.
• Image enhancing, cropping, transparent background, etc.
• Good for beginners, bloggers, digital marketers
Inkscape
• On-premises
• Create vector-based web designs, illustrations, etc.
• Lots of filters, helpful user community
• Good for hobbyists, beginners
Adobe InDesign
• On-premises
• Design books, posters, magazines, etc.
• Auto arrangement, resizing of images, "adjust layout" adjusts the graphics according to the text
• Export in HTML, share text and graphics with others
Karbon
• On-premises
• Create logos, clipart, photorealistic vector, etc.
• Customizable UI, layer docker, advanced path editing, drawing tools
• Guided editing and drawing, extensible by writing plugins for new tools, shapes, etc.
Krita
• On-premises
• Create comics, illustrations, concept art, etc.
• Customizable layout, brush stabilizer, vector, and text, etc.
• Import audio, export to video, PSD support, etc.
SketchBook
• On-premises
• Create artwork, conceptual sketches, etc.
• Horizontal, vertical, and radial symmetry tools, smooth lines, etc.
Gravit Designer
• On-premises
• Create vector-based logos, designs, animation, etc.
• Fast, flexible, customizable, scalable
• Advanced typography, non-destructive effects, reuse existing elements, etc.