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martinj85311385
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February 21, 2023
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Opening Raw Files in Photo Elements 23

  • February 21, 2023
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I have a Canon 5 D Mark III. I can't open Raw files. I think I need software to do so. Any ideas? 

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    Correct answer Greg_S.

    @EviaS, your camera requires ACR 15.1.   Elements 2023 only supports ACR 14.4.  However, there is a workaround that allows you to install the current version (ACR 15.5).  You must follow the instructions found here very precisely.  Since you have already downloaded (and installed?) ACR 15.5, you can skip the steps to do that again.  The ACR plug-in file should already be in the folder set out in the linked article.

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    Greg_S.
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    Greg_S.Community ExpertCorrect answer
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    September 28, 2023

    @EviaS, your camera requires ACR 15.1.   Elements 2023 only supports ACR 14.4.  However, there is a workaround that allows you to install the current version (ACR 15.5).  You must follow the instructions found here very precisely.  Since you have already downloaded (and installed?) ACR 15.5, you can skip the steps to do that again.  The ACR plug-in file should already be in the folder set out in the linked article.

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      EviaS
      Participant
      September 30, 2023

      Thanks a million for your prompt advice, Greg. Followed your instructions and it works now.

       

      Cheers,

      evia

      Greg_S.
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      Greg_S.Community Expert
      Community Expert
      February 23, 2023

      It's good to know that Elements fulfills your needs. 

      Greg_S.
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      Greg_S.Community Expert
      Community Expert
      February 21, 2023

      Hi Martin.  Go to the Help menu and click Install Camera Raw.

       

      In an effort to reduce the program download size for those that don't use it, Camera Raw in Elements 2023 is now a separate download.

      martinj85311385
      martinj85311385Author
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      February 23, 2023

      Hey, Thanks. I downloaded Camera Raw and everything went well. I was able
      to open my raw files so all is good. Thanks for the prompt and accurate
      response. BTW-I'm a photographer and own the full but older version of
      Photoshop. I've always found it hard to work with and quickly moved to
      Lightroom. That was more to my liking. But I needed to use Photoshop again
      and dreaded it. I decided to try Elements and am glad I did. It's much
      easier, intuitive, cleaner interface, and fun to use. I'm not using all the
      bells and whistles that come with Elements 23. I can complete my work with
      Elements tools. Just wanted to give a shout-out. I complain when things
      don't go well. I like to give positive feedback when go well.
      Have a good day.
      Marty

      Martin Jenich Photography
      Madison,WI

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