Emerging design tools need plugins to compete with Adobe's ecosystem. Develop specialized plugins for alternative tools like Compositor. Designers would pay for missing functionality. Start with one simple plugin that solves a clear pain point. The risk is platform dependency.
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Photoshop alternative plugins
Create plugins that extend alternative design tools like Compositor. Serve users who can't afford Photoshop.
Why now
New Photoshop alternatives are gaining traction but lack ecosystem support.
- Who for
- Mac designers
- Business model
- Plugin sales
- Effort
- A few weeks
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