Favorite Photo Editing Apps

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Hi guys! I'm finally writing about how I edit my photos. If you know me personally, I'm a big fan of post-processing photos and Instagram. Im pretty sure you're familiar with Instagram, if you're not - whaaat- you must get on IG now! Haha. Anyways, here's a quick list of my favorite photo editing apps + how I edit my photos. Hope this helps and enjoy! :)
1. VSCO (FREE WITH IN-APP PURCHASES)
Yep, everyone's favorite app! The nice thing about VSCO is you can tweak a lot of elements in the photo. From the brightness, contrast, saturation, highlights, shadows and you can even add fade. There are also ready made creative filters for any mood.


I have a usual routine when editing my photos. I always use one filter - SE3 from the Street Etiquette collection. Too bad they already removed the collection for some reason - so I'm not sure if you can still download it. Anyways, I use the SE3 filter then I brighten the photo's exposure. I usually add a little fade effect then that's it. Sometimes, I edit the finished photo by using the SE3 filter again to achieve that darker contrast effect.

2. AFTERLIGHT (PAID)
Afterlight is also one of my favorite apps when it comes to photo editing. You can get it for $1 at the app store. I use this especially if I want to keep a lighter look for my photos. A major plus for Afterlight is that you can record how you edit your own photos - it's like making your own filter. Plus they have light leaks and film filters if you're trying to achieve that vintage look for your photos. I also like that you can edit your photos to the degree of your liking (1-100).

3. BLACK (FREE WITH IN-APP PURCHASES)
When I'm not into colorful pictures, I like my photos black and white. The Black app has a lot of filters to choose from to get the mood you want. They also have extra features where in you can fade and add vignette effect. There is a curves feature for those who want to edit the photo like you can in Adobe Photoshop.

4. SNAPSEED
I only heard about Snapseed from Lauren Uy's post. I don't often use Snapseed unless I want to edit particular elements in a photo. I do like it when I want my photos to look high def through the sharpening and structure.


*additional tips on how to get a good photo ohhhh*
  • use your phone's CAMERA. Do not use in-app cameras. The phone's camera is more stable and clear while in-app cameras are usually slow, unstable (what parang feelings lang huhu) and reduces the quality of your photo.
  • use natural light when always possible, it's easier to edit the photo from there :) 

....so that's basically everything. I hope you find this helpful. You can follow me on IG, I'll be happy to follow you back. How about you, what are you favorite photo apps and what photo apps do you think I should try? Let me know through the comments below! ♡

Till next time, 

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  1. UnknownJuly 9, 2015 at 4:48 PM

    I love using the selective tool on Snapseed! You can edit certain parts of your photo lang without touching the rest - super cool!

    Erika // ofdreamsandthings.com

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 9, 2015 at 5:39 PM

      Me too! It's really helpful. Thanks Erika! :)

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  2. UnknownJuly 9, 2015 at 6:39 PM

    Thanks for posting this! I just adore VSCO and SNAPSEED. Huhu! the STREET ETIQUETTE isn't available anymore... I read that it's what RHEA BUE uses too!

    cheers!

    http://ahintandapinch.blogspot.com

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 9, 2015 at 11:39 PM

      Omg really? Huhu maybe that's why I love the style of her pictures too. Thanks Hazel! <3

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  3. Roy CortezJuly 9, 2015 at 7:18 PM

    You may want to try Pixlr by Autodesk:

    For Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pixlr.express&hl=en

    For iPhone/iPad: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/autodesk-pixlr/id880663569?mt=12

    It's very popular and easy to use.

    You should try it :)

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 9, 2015 at 11:40 PM

      Yayyyyy! Thank you. I'm downloading it right now. :)

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  4. peculiarlymadebyJBMJuly 9, 2015 at 8:07 PM

    I love VSCO too and i use SE3 a lot. If you love editing videos, try videoshop! :)

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 9, 2015 at 11:41 PM

      Ohhhh, I don't really edit videos but we can change that. Thanks Jovz, will definitely download that! :)

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  5. Lei LubiganJuly 9, 2015 at 8:40 PM

    I stick to VSCO. When our laptop is not available for Photoshop, I always seek the help of VSCO. It never fails!!

    LEI
    THE LEI REGEEL

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  6. bluedreamer27July 9, 2015 at 10:58 PM

    I have used VSCO and I have seen Snapseed on my friend's phone...right now, I'm embracing the great effects from Pixlr (mobile version) and the VSCO of coure..
    thanks for sharing

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 9, 2015 at 11:44 PM

      Ohhh nice. I'm currently downloading Pixlr as suggested. I hope I enjoy using it too. Sure, no problem! :)

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  7. UnknownJuly 10, 2015 at 12:14 AM

    I have tried Afterlight way back but I just love VSCO.

    Tricia Willa | Eccentric Earthling

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 10, 2015 at 1:35 PM

      Same here. I only use Afterlight when VSCO won't just do. VSCO paren talaga no. Haha!

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  8. papalengJuly 10, 2015 at 12:55 AM

    I am at ease using pixlr and picmonkey

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 10, 2015 at 1:35 PM

      Really? I wanna try Pixlr and Picmonkey too. Thanks!

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  9. RochJuly 10, 2015 at 4:01 PM

    I use SnapSeed to edit my photos when taken using my mobile phone camera. I've tried using VSCO once but got a little confused with the settings.

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 11, 2015 at 9:46 AM

      I got confused the first time around too. I remember deleting it then downloading it again. Haha!

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  10. theresaJuly 10, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    Thanks for the very informative post on photo editing. I seldom use vsco for instagram. Is the Afterlight avail for androids as well?

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 11, 2015 at 9:45 AM

      Hi Theresa, yes it's also available on Android. :)

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  11. papalengJuly 11, 2015 at 12:15 AM

    Mukhang magkakasundo kami nito. I'll try using this next time I do photo editing.

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  12. Mommy LeiJuly 11, 2015 at 3:32 AM

    thanks for sharing, this is a very helpful post. I have been using picasa in editing all photos, but it has very limited options.

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 11, 2015 at 9:44 AM

      Me too! I've been using Picase before all these applications existed. I hope you can try the other apps, I'm sure you'll like it, :)

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  13. Fred SaidJuly 11, 2015 at 7:46 AM

    Thank you for these recommendations. I have not heard of any of these, even VSCO. I have been using Pixlr and Aviary all this time, and I have been satisfied with these.

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 11, 2015 at 9:44 AM

      Really? VSCO is very popular. They really have nice features. You can check them out while I also try Pixlr. Hehe, thanks!

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  14. FrancJuly 11, 2015 at 3:06 PM

    I have this apps though I mostly just rely on IG's filters or diptic If I need to do a collage.

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 11, 2015 at 3:42 PM

      I should try diptic. Thanks!

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    2. FrancJuly 12, 2015 at 10:55 PM

      I also tried VSCO but I guess I don't do well with the editing options.

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  15. YvonneJuly 11, 2015 at 3:44 PM

    I use snapseed, VSCO and instagram. Like you Im a post editing addict ahaha ;) thanks for sharing sis

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 11, 2015 at 3:47 PM

      It's really addicting! Haha thanks Yvonne for dropping by <3

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    2. UnknownJuly 12, 2015 at 11:28 AM

      are those apps not complicated to use for a newbie like me? I wish I could start do same as your passion.

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    3. melissaungcoJuly 12, 2015 at 11:45 AM

      Hi Joseph. I believe these apps are pretty easy to use. You can try VSCO for starters! :)

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  16. So Random ChelleJuly 12, 2015 at 5:36 PM

    I think it was VSCO that came out first in the app market however, it didn't grow popularity unlike the Afterlight app. But because VSCO had free filters and the app itself is free, it succeed in being the top photo editing app :) I have both by the way. :) I love VSCO because it's simpler.

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 13, 2015 at 7:02 PM

      Oh really? I didn't know. I always thought VSCO was popular even since then. HAHA! Thanks for letting me know Louise. :)

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  17. UnknownJuly 13, 2015 at 5:06 PM

    i always use VSCO and Camera 360. Nice read.

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM

      I hope it was helpful. Thanks for dropping by! :)

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  18. iamthebluedevilJuly 13, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    Thanks for this! I use VSCO and Photoshop Express when editing photos. I have to get Black! And oh, you're right. It's best to edit photos when taken with natural light

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  19. PeachyJuly 15, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    I use photoshop when editing photos :)

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 15, 2015 at 7:59 PM

      Even photos from your phone? Wow. Hehe, I love your photos. :)

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  20. UnknownJuly 15, 2015 at 7:25 PM

    I'm into photography and this one is a great help. Thank you for sharing

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  21. Millie ManahanJuly 15, 2015 at 10:08 PM

    Nice! Lucky I came across your post, because, my friend asked me to download this fantastic app! I will download it now!

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 16, 2015 at 6:39 PM

      Yayyy, no problem Mommy Millie! :) Enjoy editing!

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  22. MrdotcomJuly 15, 2015 at 11:45 PM

    Great share! Hope you can find an app that lets you add some text on the photo as well ^_^

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    1. melissaungcoJuly 16, 2015 at 6:39 PM

      I use Phoster for that but I don't put that much text on my photos. Hehe. Thank you! :)

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  23. AnonymousJuly 16, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    VSCO, but I much prefer transferring it to my PC and use Lightroom.

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  24. Chef JayJuly 25, 2015 at 8:54 PM

    I like VSCO, Afterlight, and Snapseed! Although, I only use either Photoshop or Snapseed regularly for my food shots. Great tips Melissa!

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