onOne Software, Inc., a leading developer of time-saving software solutions for professional and advanced amateur photographers, has announced a free, Lite version of PhotoTools 2 Standard Edtion. PhotoTools 2 Standard Edition is a flexible yet powerful plug-in for Adobe® Photoshop® CS2, CS3 and CS4 that utilizes the power of Photoshop Actions to provide a range of imaging tools including effects, corrections and production automation in a full-featured interface.

Based on the exact same feature set as PhotoTools 2 Standard Edition, PhotoTools 2 Lite includes 14 of the most popular effects found in both PhotoTools 2 Standard Edition and PhotoTools 2 Professional Edition. The 14 effects available in PhotoTools 2 Lite range from reproducing classic photographic effects like Bleach Bypass and Cross Process, to reproducing film stock such as Kodachrome® and Velvia®, to modern effects including automatic skin smoothing.

“We are excited to offer this free version of PhotoTools 2 as a way for new users to experience the product’s elegant workflow and effects,” said Craig Keudell, president of onOne Software. “PhotoTools 2 Lite is a way for onOne to give back to the photographic community and allow everyone to easily add a professional look to their photographs.”

Availability and Pricing
PhotoTools 2 Lite is offered at no cost and is only available as an electronic download direct from onOne Software. To receive the product, users should visit www.ononesoftware.com/pt2lite and request a free download with a valid email address.

PhotoTools 2 Professional and Standard editions are available for $259.95 and $159.95 respectively and may be ordered from onOne Software.