Web Companion for PhotoCraft & ArtCraft Ecosystem
The 2026 Rust Creative Suite Revolution
In October 2026, the ArtCraft team (Storytold) took GitHub by storm with a bold vision: a clean-room, pure Rust rewrite of the entire Adobe Creative Cloud. ArtCraft Companion is your zero-install browser gateway to preview, inspect, and convert PSD/PSB assets instantly.
Creative Tool Matrix: Photoshop vs PhotoCraft vs ArtCraft Companion
Understanding where each tool fits in your creative workflow
| Capability | Adobe Photoshop | PhotoCraft (Desktop Rust) | ArtCraft Companion (Web) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform & Installation | Heavy Desktop App (~4GB+) | Native Desktop Binary (Rust) | Zero Install (Browser, 100% Client-Side) |
| Pricing Model | $20 - $55 / month subscription | 100% Free & Open Source | Free Web Tool + Instant Access |
| PSD / PSB Layer Fidelity | 100% (Native Reference) | ~45% Alpha (Custom Rust PSD crate) | High Compatibility via ag-psd Canvas |
| Privacy & File Storage | Creative Cloud sync optional | Local Disk Only | 100% Local (Never leaves browser) |
| Layer Extraction & ZIP Export | Requires scripts/generator | In Development | 1-Click Batch ZIP + Single Layer PNG/WebP |
| Immediate Mobile / Chromebook Use | Limited / Requires iPad app | Requires x86/ARM compiling | Full Support across any modern browser |
The Crafting Apps Suite Directory
Explore the official open-source repositories powering the Rust creative revival
PhotoCraft
Clean-room re-implementation of image editing in Rust. Native layer hierarchy, PSD/PSB support, non-destructive blending.
VectorCraft
GPU-accelerated vector graphics, Bézier curves, boolean path geometry and SVG pipeline designed for precision illustration.
LightCraft
High-speed batch photo management and non-destructive RAW demosaicing. Curve color grading and metadata cataloging.
FilmCraft
Non-linear timeline video editor in Rust with timeline node compositing and hardware-accelerated video frame decoders.
PdfCraft
Open-source PDF manipulation workbench. Merge, split, annotate, extract vector assets, and redact documents safely.
ArtCraft (getartcraft.com)
The AI Creative IDE connecting intent-driven art direction with modular creative engines across 2D, 3D, and video workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ArtCraft Companion upload my private PSD files?
Never. All parsing, layer rasterization, composite rendering, and ZIP exports happen strictly inside your local browser via HTML5 Canvas and Web APIs. Your confidential client files and proprietary artwork never touch any external server.
What file formats can I inspect and export?
You can drag and drop any .psd or .psb (Photoshop Big) document. You can export the entire composite or individual layers as PNG (lossless with alpha), modern WebP, or JPEG, or batch download every single layer cleanly named in a single ZIP.
How does this relate to PhotoCraft on GitHub?
PhotoCraft is the official desktop application written in Rust by the Storytold team. Because PhotoCraft is in early alpha and requires local compilation, ArtCraft Companion serves as an instant web companion for quick previews, layer auditing, and format conversions.
Can I test this without having a PSD on my device?
Yes! Just click "Try Demo PSD" in the top navigation bar. Our in-browser engine generates a multi-layer sample PSD on the fly featuring layers, glow effects, typography, and badge graphics so you can test all features instantly.
ArtCraft Companion is an independent community companion tool designed for the open-source creative software ecosystem.
Photoshop is a registered trademark of Adobe Inc. PhotoCraft, VectorCraft, and ArtCraft are open-source projects developed by Storytold.