The banner ads across the bottom, however, can be distracting. Despite its multitude of options, using the app is not confusing. The PicsArt app editing interface is well designed and powerful. Setting the ISO level and choosing time lapse or burst modes are even more-welcome possibilities. You can also shoot with multiple layered effects enabled, such as bokeh, light leak, textures, and borders. But in my testing, an 'initializing' message occasionally appeared for several seconds while the app switched between effects. Shooting within the app has the benefit of showing you effects applied even as you compose your shot-an ability Instagram had in the past but ditched. You don't need a Flickr account to use photos from that service, since PicsArt can show you interesting public photos from it. But to participate in PicsArt's Instagram-like social network, you will need to sign up for an account, which is easily done using an existing social network account.Ĭhoose or Shoot an Image for Editing You can start by choosing a photo in your Picture Gallery or from an online source (such as Facebook or Flickr), or you can snap one with your phone's camera.
You can start shooting and editing photos in PicsArt right away, without signing up for an account.
