Adobe — Photoshop 2021 22.5.1.441

Intel or AMD processor with 64-bit support; 2 GHz or faster. RAM: 8 GB (16 GB recommended). GPU: DirectX 12 support and at least 2 GB of GPU memory.

This update was part of the final series of patches for the "Photoshop 2021" cycle before the transition to the 2022 (v23) major release. It served primarily as a "bug-fix" build to ensure professional workflows remained uninterrupted.

Enhanced version history, allowing users to revert to previous save states of their work easily. System Requirements (2021 Edition) To run this specific build smoothly, Adobe recommended: Adobe Photoshop 2021 22.5.1.441

For the latest security patches and AI tools like Generative Fill, users are generally encouraged to check for updates via the Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop App .

Refined the Mercury Graphics Engine to better utilize GPU acceleration, reducing "stuttering" when panning across large, high-resolution canvases. Intel or AMD processor with 64-bit support; 2 GHz or faster

While 22.5.1 focused on stability, it carries over the signature features introduced throughout the 2021 lifecycle:

This version remained popular for users on older hardware who weren't yet ready to jump to the AI-heavy requirements of later versions. Notable Features in the 22.x Series This update was part of the final series

A breakthrough tool that automatically masks the sky and allows users to swap it with a preset or custom image.