install Adobe CS5 on Windows 10

Report · May 31, 2021

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

Report · Jun 01, 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.)

Report · Mar 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)