Adobe has updated Photoshop with an innovative new Actions Panel, making workflows faster and more intuitive.
Coming to you from Unmesh Dinda with PiXimperfect, this helpful video walks through how the updated Actions Panel works, showing off its power through practical examples. Using phrases like "make it pop" or "remove haze," you can easily find actions to boost vibrancy or sharpen your images. Dinda explains how the new feature includes suggested actions tailored specifically to each image you open, making editing quicker by suggesting suitable adjustments automatically. You’ll also appreciate the option to apply actions selectively, such as brightening only the subject or darkening the background.
Dinda doesn't shy away from the panel's current limitations either. He points out that despite its advanced search and preview capabilities, it currently lacks important functionalities found in the classic Actions Panel—such as creating new actions or editing existing ones. Importantly, the video clarifies how to manage system resources effectively by disabling preview hover to prevent slowdowns.
One of the most interesting elements is how Photoshop now analyzes your images to suggest relevant actions, similar to having a friend along while shopping to give you recommendations. Dinda demonstrates how the new suggestions refresh based on image changes, enabling a more dynamic workflow. He also highlights subtle improvements like easily adjusting applied effects, customizing opacity, and toggling specific layers—ensuring edits remain non-destructive and easily reversible. However, he warns of occasional sluggish previews, emphasizing the need to manage expectations while using this beta feature. Additionally, Dinda briefly shares personal tips on combining multiple actions efficiently to quickly transform images, emphasizing the flexibility and speed benefits this new panel provides. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Dinda.
