This information applies to the latest version
Nik Collection consists of 7 Plug-ins: Nik Color Efex, Nik Silver Efex, Nik, Analog Efex, Nik Viveza, Nik Dfine, Nik Sharpener and Nik HDR Efex.
Here are some highlights of new features added to Nik Collection:
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New advanced mask options: Reuse masks between Adobe Photoshop and Nik Collection plugins using the new Nik Collection Panel, or reuse masks between different Nik plugins via the Local Adjustments section.
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Redesigned, fully customizable and dockable Photoshop panel: The Nik Collection Panel replaces the old Selective Palette and can be docked in the Photoshop workspace.
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Send layers to Photoshop: Use Send as Layer to export intermediate results back to Photoshop as new layers.
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Flexible Apply options: Apply edits as a Smart Object, on the current layer, as a new layer, or as a new masked layer—all from one drop-down menu.
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Nik Silver Efex enhancements: Streamlined UI, better filter logic, and color preview of the original image.
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Color Mask: A new type of Local Adjustment for precise color-based selections in Nik Color Efex.
For more detailed information about all new features, please consult Nik Collection release notes.
To view the summary of new features in Nik Collection for each version, please click this link.