Update to Topaz Simplify v2
The current version of Topaz Simplify is v2.0, released on 24 April 2009. Download it here:
- Download Topaz Simplify v2 for Windows (alternate link)
- Download Topaz Simplify v2 for Mac (alternate link)
Please note that Topaz Simplify 2 uses a different license key than Topaz Simplify 1. Get your free new license key in order to activate the software.
To update to Topaz Simplify 2 for Windows
- Obtain a new license key from the link above. This key is cross-platform and will work for both the Windows and the Mac version when it's available.
- Download the Topaz Simplify for Windows zip file above. It will appear as topazsimplify_setup.zip.
- Double click on the downloaded file and run the Topaz Simplify installer. You'll need an unzipper like WinZip or WinRAR to successfully extract it.
- Follow the instructions in the installer. When prompted for the directory in which to install Topaz Simplify, we recommend that you leave it at the default location. Note that v2 can be installed side-by-side with Topaz Simplify v1.x, so you don't need to uninstall v1 first.
- Close and restart Photoshop. Topaz Simplify 2 will be in your Filters menu.
To update to Topaz Simplify 2 for Mac
- Download the Topaz Simplify for Mac dmg file above. After downloading and mounting it you'll find a Topaz Simplify installer.
- Have your license key ready. Follow the installation instructions and install Topaz Simplify to the default location. It will automatically install itself into Photoshop CS3, CS4, Elements 6, and Elements 7, which are the only compatible applications for Mac anyways.
- After installation, quit and restart Photoshop. Topaz Simplify will be in your Filters menu.
