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Hi.
I am really wanting Photoshop but it says that there has to be a dvd-ram for download. Is there a way of an online download of software? I am not finding anything about that.
Thank you
I presume you're referring to the system requirements where a DVD drive is mentioned if you're installing from DVD
Photoshop Elements system requirements
That would only be the case if you bought a box in a bricks-and-mortar store and got the software on DVD.
If you purchase from Adobe, you'll be given a link to download the software and a serial number to license it.
In fact, you can download the free 30 day trial of Photoshop Elements right now, install and use the software for up to 30 days with
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Which version of Photoshop?
Have you already purchased Photoshop in the past or are you looking to subscribe to a Cloud plan?
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I'd like to purchase Photoshop elements 2018..but the laptop I have doesn' have a DVD-ram drive.
I would be a new user...
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I presume you're referring to the system requirements where a DVD drive is mentioned if you're installing from DVD
Photoshop Elements system requirements
That would only be the case if you bought a box in a bricks-and-mortar store and got the software on DVD.
If you purchase from Adobe, you'll be given a link to download the software and a serial number to license it.
In fact, you can download the free 30 day trial of Photoshop Elements right now, install and use the software for up to 30 days without spending anything. No serial number required for up to 30 days.
If you do decide to buy it any time within the 30 days (don't have to wait until 30 days expires), you can simply launch the software and enter the serial number without having to reinstall the software. It's then licensed on your computer.
Download Photoshop Elements free trial | Adobe Photoshop Elements
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Plug-in DVD drives are inexpensive and easy to use, and vital if you have any software on CD, otherwise they are just coasters...
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I think there might be some confusion happening... but, John Waller has led you in the right direction! You can also download the installer here: Download Photoshop Elements | 2018, 15, and 14 but you'll need a serial number to license it once you are done with your trial! Best of luck!
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Yes that's great! Quick answers. Thank you!
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