5 apps for shutterbugs

Your Chromebook is home to some incredible photography apps, great for pros and amateurs alike. From capturing the night sky to adding decorative elements to your images, get stunning snaps with the help of these apps.

Need a little help touching up that portrait? BeFunky has a vast collection of editing tools including light fill, resizing, frames, and more. Want to make editing even easier? A BeFunky Plus subscription also gives you access to AI features like Image Enhancer, which can adjust the exposure, contrast, and shadows to improve the quality of your pic with little effort.

Working on a flyer or invitation? Use the app’s text feature to place words over any image.

Spruce up your photos with smart support from Lumii. Choose from over 100 filters and a wide range of frames, or doodle directly on your image to add a personal touch. Fine-tune color balance with user-friendly tools, and easily clean up your shots by removing unwanted objects and backgrounds.

Add a playful flare by turning the subject of your image into a forest elf, an anime character, a mini-toy, and more. With Lumii Pro you have access to a wide range of AI art filters.

Swipe or drag your nature shots to perfection with Luminar’s interactive photo editing. Enhance natural elements, remove distractions, and create idyllic scenery with ease. You can even shift the time of day with light adjustment tools (because sometimes golden hour just needs a little help).

Want to add a little drama? Luminar’s AI Sky Replacement tool lets you change the whole mood – stormy, serene, or just straight-up surreal.

Access powerful tools right in your browser with Pixlr’s web-based AI photo editor; no downloads needed. You can sharpen details, smooth skin, or swap faces with just a tap. Use Generative Fill to erase objects or add content to your image that blends in naturally. All your edits are automatically saved to the cloud.

Want to switch between analog and auto modes? Dive into Pixlr Editor’s classic editing-suite, or get snappy with one-tap results using Pixlr Express.

Take the guesswork out of nighttime photos with PhotoPills. Know exactly where celestial objects like stars, galaxies, and planets will be during your shoot using your device’s built-in compass. Plus, track sunsets, sunrises, and golden hours by the second so you never have to guess the best time to take photos. You can even digitally scout your setup spot with the app’s location finder.

Check out the in-app articles for guides on shooting the Milky Way, the moon, and more.