What features from previous versions are not available in Adobe Photoshop Elements 12?

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What features from previous versions are not available in Adobe Photoshop Elements 12?

A handful of features from previous versions are not available in Photoshop Elements 12 due to new product support for 64-bit systems.

Below, we list the features and the easy alternatives available to you in version 12:

• The Magic Extractor Tool
  • Alternative: Use the Quick select tool together with the Refine Edge tool to quickly select and extract anything from your photos.
• Texture Fill
  • Alternative: Use the Edit > Fill Layer option and select the "Pattern" option for Contents. You would have to pre load the pattern file with the texture you want.
  • Here is a tutorial on how to create a pattern file: http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/creating-custom-pattern-in-photoshop/
• Frame from video (imports a frame from video in PremiereElements)
  • Alternative: Use the freeze-frame feature in Premiere Elements to capture a frame in video and save it as a photo
• Interactive layout mode in Photomerge Panorama
  • Alternative: None
• Photoshop Showcase
  • Alternative: Try Adobe Revel. Elements 12 will let you view and share your Elements photos and videos across smartphones, tablets, and the web, via Adobe Revel.
• Enhance>Adjust Color>Color Variations
  • Alternative: None specifically, but you can use Auto Smart Tone
• Filter>Render>Lighting Effects
  • Alternative: None