Nik software: I downloaded the free NIK software bundle the other day - and that went O.K., I have the full suite sitting here on my PC. Another UHer posted where you could get the...

John N Loc: HP14 3QF Stokenchurch, UK

I downloaded the free NIK software bundle the other day - and that went O.K., I have the full suite sitting here on my PC.
Another UHer posted where you could get the manuals for each folder but I don't seem to be able to access them.

Now I readily accept I'm something of a PC numpty so I'm hoping someone can help out with the following.

Do I need to import an image before I can access the user manuals?

Is the NIK software bundle a stand alone app. or does it have to be used in conjunction with another programme such as Elements 10 (which I have) or Lightroom (which I don't).

Can it deal with a JPEG image straight from the camera (Canon D60)?

All and any assistance most welcome.

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photocat Loc: Atlanta, Ga

There are videos available for each program

It has to be used as a plug in. There is a list of software that it will work with on their website

Yes it will work with the JPEG directly from the camera

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

Some is the compressed (like PDFs) files are funky and will only open the Adobe... I have had that problem in Giveawayoftheday downloads.

dannac Loc: 60 miles SW of New Orleans

You do not need to import an image to view the manuals.

User bsprague has uploaded pdf manuals at the location below (thanks bsprague)

http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-378064-1.html#6364931

johneccles Loc: Leyland UK

John N wrote:

I downloaded the free NIK software bundle the othe... (show quote)

I just found out the hard way, you need to uninstall the NIK software, close the PSE down if it's open, now reinstall the NIK software and it will detect that PSE is installed in your system.
Now open PSE, select a photo you wish to edit, go to the "Filter" tab and you will see NIK collection at the bottom, select this and will now have access to the six segments:
1: Efx Pro 2, which is list of various camera filters.
2: Colour Efx Pro 4, I have not used this one yet.
3: Define 2, which a noise reduction feature.
4: Sharpener PRO 3, which is RAW sharpener.
5: Sharpener PRO 3, sharpens Jpeg images.
6: Silver Efx PRO 2, which is has some B&W filters.

The help section is very good a explains how to use the six segments.

I only did this yesterday so haven't spent any time with the sliders.

The ones I like are EFX pro 2 camera filters and Sharpener PRO 3 Jpeg sharpener, I hope this helps you out.

robertjerl Loc: Corona, California

John N wrote:

I downloaded the free NIK software bundle the othe... (show quote)

There is a book written by some of the guys who worked on NIK (or so they claim) that covers the whole suite.
NIK Software Captured
Barnes and Noble has a copy available from one of their associated sellers for 9.95 right now, other wise it is about 3X that price on Amazon.
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/p/nik-software-captured-tony-l-corbell/1105114431/2686589657699?st=PLA&sid=BNB_DRS_Marketplace+Shopping+Books_00000000&2sid=Google_&sourceId=PLGoP1464&k_clickid=3x1464

I ordered a used 'like new' one for $20 from Amazon a few days ago, then today this deal popped up on Barnes & Noble

John N Loc: HP14 3QF Stokenchurch, UK

I've got the suite, and thanks to bsprague I've got the pdf's. Can't seem to get U.K. postage from Barnes and Noble so I'll try again later. Any more info I'll gladly look at it.

Thanks all.

Graham Smith Loc: Cambridgeshire UK

John N wrote:

I've got the suite, and thanks to bsprague I've got the pdf's. Can't seem to get U.K. postage from Barnes and Noble so I'll try again later. Any more info I'll gladly look at it.

Thanks all.

You can get it from Amazon UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=nik+software+captured&tag=googhydr-21&index=aps&hvadid=25159629966&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13678844230273786057&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=t&ref=pd_sl_8zocnsitpm_e

robertjerl Loc: Corona, California

John N wrote:

I've got the suite, and thanks to bsprague I've got the pdf's. Can't seem to get U.K. postage from Barnes and Noble so I'll try again later. Any more info I'll gladly look at it.

Thanks all.

I also got it as an e-book on my Nook HD+ tablet.

The Saint KK4GO Loc: Florida

photocat wrote:

There are videos available for each program

It has to be used as a plug in. There is a list of software that it will work with on their website

Yes it will work with the JPEG directly from the camera

My macbook pro can use it as a stand alone as well as a plugin in lightroom, aperture, pse 12-13

dfharper1961

Do you (or anyone) know if NIK has extensions to let it run with photos on IPAD pro's

zincgt Loc: Tucson AZ

photocat wrote:

There are videos available for each program

It has to be used as a plug in. There is a list of software that it will work with on their website

Yes it will work with the JPEG directly from the camera

In fact it will only work with .jpg or TIFF. I tried importing RAW files and it didn't work. After downloading it, I'm able to use as a stand alone program. It even gives a choice of 32 bit or 64 bit program. I have Paint Shop Pro7 and I use Topaz Suite as a plug in program. That may be why it won't "plug in". Is it possible it will work as stand alone is I installed to External drive instead of "C" drive?

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2daysoldrndirt Loc: Palestine, Texas

robertjerl wrote:

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Thank you robertjerl, I just jumped on that purchase as I doubt it will be cheaper in the future. With all the new interest in NIK everyone is searching for manuals and tutorials so I was surprised to find a markdown anywhere.

jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ

One hour training video on Nik software: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gikVjBnpTRQ

It shows you in a nutshell how all 6 plugins work. Do not look any further. It's all in here. They have more advanced videos but you should start here so that you can learn the basics.

jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ

How to use the NikCollections Plugins. : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gikVjBnpTRQ

John N wrote:

I downloaded the free NIK software bundle the othe... (show quote)