The next generation of Photo & Graphic Designer is here.
Introducing a new interface, improved color control, shape handling and selection features for more speed and detail. Built for high-quality vector based outputs and precision photo work.
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v20 ONE-TIME PURCHASE
Buy 2023’s version and own it forever. Great for hobbyists and occasional users.
- NEWNew Interface
- NEWCMYK Color Profile Control
- NEWMulti-language support
- IMPROVEDLive Copies
- IMPROVEDSelection improvements
- IMPROVEDShape editing
$119
(+ VAT if applicable)
PLUS ANNUAL PLAN
GET MORE WITH A SUBSCRIPTION(Formerly Online Content Catalog) included!
Get the latest updates as soon as they roll out, exclusive features, and Xara Elements included.
Includes everything in v20 plus:
- Constant access to the latest version
- Access to the latest content with the Online Content Catalog (Xara Elements)
- Frequent product updates & improvements
- Premium level support
- Over 2500 overlays, 500+ social media post and marketing templates
$6.00/ per month
billed annually
(+ VAT if applicable)
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One-time purchase is for you if…
Xara Perpetual is a great option for personal and casual use, or for those creative side projects. A stable product that does what you need it to do.
The Plus plan is for you if…
If you rely on Xara for business purposes, want instant access to the latest features and fixes, like to leverage a professionally designed template library for inspiration, and require business-level support, then Plus is for you.
Integrates editing and layout features, adapting and integrating for each of the user’s needs without having to switch from one application to another. 😊
What’s new in Photo & Graphic Designer?
PHOTO & GRAPHIC DESIGNER+ EXCLUSIVE
1300 Filters to edit photos faster
Transform raw images into outstanding ones in seconds with Photo Filters. The categories include Bokeh, Color Gradient, Light Leak, and Snow.
PHOTO & GRAPHIC DESIGNER+ EXCLUSIVE
Xara Elements (Formerly Online Content Catalog)
From high-quality templates to unique vectors, filters & images. Accelerate your graphics & photo editing.
New Repeating Objects option
The Repeating Objects feature now offers a ‘Make Repeating’ option. This turns the current selected object into a Repeating Object, without automatically copying it to all pages - you can then copy it onto selected pages.
CMYK Color Profile Control
The Color Profile used to display CMYK colors on screen and on export can now be controlled for each document, via the View tab of the Options dialog
PHOTO & GRAPHIC DESIGNER+ EXCLUSIVE
Fast-loading lines and brushes
Previous versions of Xara experienced a delay in loading the Line Gallery which in some cases also caused the current selection to be lost.
PHOTO & GRAPHIC DESIGNER+ EXCLUSIVE
Designs Gallery - Now Online
For maximum convenience and productivity, the Designs Gallery now automatically connects and updates online, so it has the same content as the Online Content Catalog (Xara Elements).
Align Toolbar
The distribute options on the Align Toolbar have been changed from Distribute centers, to Distribute equally spaced, a more common requirement because it works well with objects of different sizes.
New Language Support
We support French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, German, and English.
Font Selection
Automatically find and apply installed fonts with special characters.
Working with tables
Now you can design tables, product sheets, and invoices in Xara, use and edit them in PowerPoint and MS Word documents.
Copy external data into Xara
Copy and paste data from spreadsheets or other external sources into your Xara tables; for accurate and beautiful marketing and sales docs.
Fully Customizable tables
Re-order rows & columns with a simple click & drag, paste multi-line text from spreadsheets and copy cells from one table to another.
Change font size and Auto-fit
Automatically turn auto-fit off by changing the font size on all the text in a text box where auto-fit was on, so that the text size change will just work.
Multi-line SmartField Values
An efficient way to deal with commonly used text phrases that you want to insert in multiple places in text.
Intuitive handling of SmartShapes & Photos
Photos can now be scaled and stretched by any of the selection handles. Switch to the Quickshape Tool to see all the handles of a SmartShape and to the Photo Tool to see all photo related handles.
PHOTO & GRAPHIC DESIGNER+
New Google Fonts
We’ve added 21 new Google fonts offering new and interesting typography options.
Shape Editing Improvements
Now you can maintain the angle of the bezier curve when you drag its handles to change its length. When dragging a point or curve handle you can constrain the movement of the handle relative to its original angle with nearby points.
PHOTO & GRAPHIC DESIGNER+ EXCLUSIVE
Stroke Settings
A new Stroke Settings control on the top bar allows for detailed stroke customization. Align strokes inside, outside, or centered on your shape outlines for more precision.
PHOTO & GRAPHIC DESIGNER+ EXCLUSIVE
AVIF Import/Export Now Possible
You can now work on and export AVIF files. AVIF is an open image file format, typically used for photos as an alternative to JPEG.
Compare versions feature by feature?
| Photo & Graphic Designer+ July 2024 Update | My V20 Launched in December 2023 | My V19 Launched in March 2022 | My V18 Launched in March 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 User Interface | ||||
| Clearer icon designs throughout the interface | - | - | ||
| Instant offline access to templates No need to access the online content catalog to choose templates. They are accessible right next to your design. | - | - | ||
| No delays loading brush definitions: Enhanced Line Gallery | - | - | ||
 Desktop Publishing | ||||
| Multi-line SmartFields Insert important contact information or commonly used phrases across your documents. E.G Name, job title, company name, email - all at once. | - | - | ||
| Numbered Lists - show all level numbers Show hierarchies of parent and sub-points when creating numbered lists. | - | - | ||
| Font handling for missing characters Xara finds and applies fonts supporting characters that most Google fonts don’t support and suggests alternatives. | - | - | ||
| Easy text auto-fit | - | - | ||
| CMYK color profiles Set the CMYK color profile for each document | - | - | ||
View More Features | ||||
 Illustration | ||||
| Live Copies Duplicates objects and update every copy by editing one of them. | - | - | ||
| Shape Tool An easy way to maintain the angle of the bezier curve when you drag its handles to change its length. | - | - | ||
| Photo & Quickshape easy switch Photos can now be scaled and stretched by any of the selection handles. Switch between the selector and photo tool with two clicks. | - | - | ||
 Customizable Tables & Data | ||||
| Fully Customizable Table Templates | limited set | - | - | |
| Import data from spreadsheets | - | - | ||
| Export tables to Word & PowerPoint | - | - | ||
Got questions?
What's new since v19?
V20 is our latest perpetual version, packed with new features, improved performance, and a more intuitive user interface. For a detailed comparison between V20 and V19, please refer to our version comparison in the section above.
How does V20 compare to the Plus products?
v20 offers a similar set of features to those of Plus products. But Plus products are continuously updated with the latest features and come bundled with “Elements.” If you’re looking for the most up-to-date tools and premium content, our Plus products might be the right fit.
What content is included in v20? Is there more in Plus?
V20 is a perpetual version of our product, offering a one-time payment for users who prefer this model, feature set and don’t need a content service. For now, “Elements” is offered bundled with plus products as it requires a subscription.
How can I buy the OCC (now called Elements)?
Our Elements(Formerly Online Content Catalog) is included with our Plus products.
I bought a previous version from Magix with a subscription similar to "Elements." What happens now?
If your subscription from Magix has expired, you can choose to subscribe to one of our Plus products which offer “Elements” bundled, to continue accessing our premium content library. “Elements” is our latest and most comprehensive content offering, designed to give you more design possibilities.
How do I access v19 or older license keys, software downloads, and manage devices?
Access your serial numbers and software download links through the Magix Service Center. If you forgot your login to the Magix Service Center, contact Magix’s customer support.
What level of support is available?
Xara prides itself on the success users have with our products. We invest in creating resources for users to get answers and how-to guidance in real-time as designs are being created.
Will there be future versions after V20?
While V20 is our latest offering, we plan to develop future versions that incorporate new features, enhancements, and the latest design trends. There are no dates or plans set for a future version. If you require the latest features, updates, and constantly updating design content, the Plus versions are updates on a regular basis.