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Nik Collection 6.13.0 is an update within the version 6 series of DxO's legendary suite of photo editing plugins, designed to integrate seamlessly with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. This version marks the culmination of a six-year effort by DxO to completely rebuild the software's codebase for modern stability and compatibility. The Evolution of a Legend

The 6.13.0 update ensures a smooth "round-trip" workflow for Lightroom users. Using the Nik Collection 6 from Adobe Photoshop Nik Collection 6.13.0 - Photoshop Lightroom P...

• Nik Collection 5.0 (baseline)
• Adobe Camera Raw (ACR 16.5) + Photoshop Neural Filters

Is "6.13.0" a Free Update?

If you own Nik Collection 6 (any sub-version, e.g., 6.1, 6.5, 6.10), version 6.13.0 is a free update. Log into your DxO account, go to "My Products," and download the latest installer. Nik Collection 6

The legendary local adjustment tool has received a major facelift. You no longer have to worry about "bleeding" effects where you don't want them: What are the new features? - DxO Nik Collection 5

• In Lightroom Classic, export a TIFF (16-bit, ProPhoto RGB) if you plan heavy Nik edits, then re-import to maintain quality.
• In Photoshop, duplicate the pixel layer and run the plugin on the duplicate; use layer masks to blend effects.

Known limitations

• Some legacy host-app versions may still exhibit inconsistent behavior; check DxO’s compatibility notes if you run older Photoshop/Lightroom builds.
• A few niche third-party panels or extensions in Photoshop may not interact smoothly with plugin modal dialogs.
• Plugin presets created in prior major versions might require minor adjustments due to rendering tweaks.

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Key changes in 6.13.0

• Compatibility updates for recent versions of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom Classic to ensure plugins launch and return edited images correctly.
• Bug fixes addressing occasional crashes when processing high-resolution RAW files and issues with applying selective adjustments.
• Performance improvements for U Point local adjustments to reduce lag on large images and improve responsiveness when multiple control points overlap.
• Improved support for HiDPI/Retina displays: UI elements scale properly and previews render at native resolution on high‑pixel‑density monitors.
• Better color consistency between plugin previews and host-app exports, reducing color shifts after round trips.
• Minor UX polish: clearer labeling in some filters, improved tooltips, and more reliable keyboard shortcuts.