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toms2463251
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June 1, 2021
Question

install Adobe CS5 on Windows 10

  • June 1, 2021
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I have Photoshop CS5 on a old computer, Windows 7 Pro x64.  I have a new computer with windows 10.  Can I activate my CS5 CD with original serial number activation code on a Windows 10 computer.

 

I use my Adobe Bridge for almost everything.  I never use the Photoshop.  I have create a monsters keyword panel adding my own keywords that I could export to the new computer.

 

I was told I must have Adobe Creative Cloud.  And that Windows 10 will not work with CS5.  And if I do install CS5 on Windows 10 none of the editing panels will work.  So you can't really do anything.

 It would just take up space on my hard drive.  So I must pay monthly for a adobe subscription to use  the new 2021 Adobe Bridge that's free with your subscriptions. 

 

I'm a little confused, help me, please?

 

Tom

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    BatBart
    Participant
    March 18, 2024

    Just a follow up for anyone running into issues installing and running CS5 on Windows 10. Years ago I spent thousands of dollars buying one Adobe Suite after another, eventually stopping after buying CS5, so had a vested interest in making this work. In a nutshell, after installing the programs, I had to locate each program's .exe file (e.g. Illustrator.exe), right-click the .exe file and 'Send to > Desktop (create shortcut)'. Then on my desktop I right-clicked the shortcut icon > Properties > Shortcut tab > Advanced > and checked 'Run as Administrator'. I did not need to change any other settings. Now I can open the programs from my desktop shortcuts. Hope that helps someone :0)

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    Lumigraphics
    Legend
    June 1, 2021

    CS5 will install and run on Windows 10. However, it is not supported and any problems will not be fixed.

    Bridge is free to use with a free CC subscription. The free version is limited, however (cannot use Camera RAW.)

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