For users, the update required macOS version 10.15 (Catalina) or later. Importantly, this version had native compatibility for both Intel processors and the new Apple Silicon M1 chips, which allowed it to run exceptionally efficiently on Apple's latest hardware at the time. The macOS system requirements similarly called for a multi-core Intel processor, a minimum of 8 GB of RAM (16 GB recommended), and a GPU with at least 1.5 GB of VRAM. For both platforms, Adobe recommended 20 GB of available hard-disk space for installation, with a fast internal SSD for the app and a separate drive for scratch disks.
Photoshop 23.2 builds upon the AI-driven foundation of the 2022 release cycle while introducing specific operational improvements. WebP Format Support
In this version, Adobe introduced .
: Open and save WebP images without third-party extensions.
: The filter now utilizes DirectX and Metal APIs. Adobe Photoshop 2022 -Version 23.2-
Suitable for production use. Best for digital artists, photographers, and UI/UX designers working in cross-software environments.
For users who had downgraded or stuck with version 23.1 due to freezing and UI lag, version 23.2.2 was the "stable" version of the February feature set. For users, the update required macOS version 10
The February 2022 release (v23.2) was more than just a maintenance patch; it introduced native support for modern file formats and targeted improvements to creative filters.
The standout feature of version 23.2 is full, native support for the . For both platforms, Adobe recommended 20 GB of
: Improved caching permits editing without an active internet connection. Performance Enhancements Intel and AMD CPU Optimizations
Warning: Do not uninstall version 23.0 before confirming 23.2 runs your plugins. Some older third-party actions (pre-2020) may require re-authentication.