How to Install Photoshop CS6 on macOS Catalina

If you're planning to upgrade to macOS Catalina and use Photoshop CS6, there are a few things you need to know. First and foremost, Catalina is a 64-bit operating system, so you'll need to make sure your version of Photoshop CS6 is also 64-bit. Unfortunately, installing Photoshop CS6 on Catalina can be a bit tricky.

One of the main issues is that Catalina includes a new security feature called Gatekeeper that can prevent certain applications from running. Additionally, Catalina requires Metal 2 graphics support, so you'll need to ensure that your graphics card supports Metal 2.

To use Photoshop CS6 on Catalina, you'll also need to add it to the list of applications that are allowed to run. This is a one-time process that can be done through System Preferences > Security & Privacy > General > Allow apps downloaded from.

Another issue some users have encountered is that Photoshop CS6 has trouble installing ColorSync profiles. This can cause errors and crashes during the installation process.

If you're having trouble installing Photoshop CS6 on Catalina, there are a few things you can try. First, make sure your version of Photoshop CS6 is 64-bit and compatible with Metal 2 graphics support. Second, try updating Illustrator to the latest version (23.1.1) before upgrading to Catalina.

Unfortunately, Adobe is not able to provide assistance with this issue at present, so you may need to downgrade to macOS 10.14 Mojave if you're unable to install Photoshop CS6 on Catalina.

Related Tip

If you do decide to upgrade to Catalina and have an Enterprise license allowing you to install the newest versions of most Adobe software, it's a good idea to update Illustrator first. This may help prevent any issues with installing other Adobe applications.

Overall, while there are some challenges involved in installing Photoshop CS6 on macOS Catalina, with a bit of troubleshooting and patience, you should be able to get up and running with your favorite photo editing program.

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