Welcome to ACDSee Pro 2

The ACDSee Pro 2 user interface provides easy access to the various tools and features you can use to browse, view and manage your image and media files. ACDSee Pro 2 consists of three modes: Manage mode, View mode and Develop mode.

Where to start

For new users, the table below outlines a suggested workflow in ACDSee Pro 2.

Manage mode

Start in Manage mode where you can browse through your images and determine the ones you want to keep. Start by using the suggested tools below:

Categorize, Rate and Label: Organize your images by rating them on a scale of 1 to 5, categorize them under meaningful descriptions, or color label them to quickly identify later.
Tag: Tagging is a way to temporarily set aside, organize, and group your photos without moving the files into different folders.
Calendar: Browse your collection of photos and media files using the dates associated with each file. Images with EXIF information are organized by date in the Calendar section of the Organize pane.
View images at a larger scale: Sometimes you don't know if you want to keep an image until you see it on a larger scale. ACDSee Pro 2 allows you view the image using Quick Look.
Perform batch operations: You can apply changes to a batch of images to adjust time stamp, convert to a different file format, rename files, and more.

View mode

View your images at a larger scale in View mode. Scroll through your selection with the filmstrip and control-click thumbnails to rate them as you go along.

Develop mode

Enhance your images in Develop mode. Easy to use processing tools are organized under 4 tabs to allow you to Tune your image, adjust Detail, fix overall Geometry, and Repair red eye.

For more information on other available tools, navigate through the table of contents on the left. For more resources, visit www.acdsee.com.