PowerDirector 21 Ultra & PhotoDirector 14 Ultra | Easy Video Editing and Photo Editing Software | Slideshow Maker | Screen Recorder [Retail Box with Download Card]

Got this to help with creating a youtube channel for my son. So far seems pretty easy for a beginner like me and him.

I used to do photo and video editing very often (and used an earlier version of this software). Its been awhile so there is definitely a learning curve here. Its not software you click on and magic occurs. However, if you take the time to watch some YouTube videos, it works great. Its worth the time to learn how to do it. I am working on editing old family photos and some drone videos done by my son. Its definitely worth the learn and is easier than other software that I have attempted. The results are fantastic.

I do not have a CD/DVD reader on my new computer. There is a link to the digital copy in the instructions that doesnt work. When I contacted cyberlink support after creating an account, there response was, You will need to supply a picture of the product, the disks with the product key, and proof a purchase. If you have a disk reader, maybe this is for you... If you dont, buy from someone else. Wow, what a headache.

I am a someone who usually is able to figure out programs if logical and intuitive. PowerDirector is. But the University on Youtube is huge and impressive in that I expect to be able to create acceptable videos in a short amount of time. Still need to make some effort and invest some learning time but they do provide the tools you need.

Im thrilled with my purchase of this product. It has delivered on all its promises, and I find myself using it constantly.

The basics are easily accessible and the power to go beyond is there too, for both video and image.

As advertised

Not really for complete beginners but if you already know the basics they arent tough to learn. I went with the digital install since my system doesnt have an optical drive but that was easily done. Im working with a triple monitor setup and when you first launch they go to the default monitor, so I have to move the window. Otherwise a decent solution to image and video editing. Update January 2023: It now says my license has expired, even though this was supposed to be a perpetual license. So, three months and that was it. :(

I have been using PowerDirector 19 for a while and wanted to upgrade since I upgraded my computer. Having photodirector as part of the bundle was a huge plus. Initially, I did the software download since my new system doesnt have an external drive. The download took way too long. The site kept disconnecting and then went incredibly slow. After I installed, the key didnt fully activate the photodirector. Some of the features didnt work even after entering the key again. I ended up using an external DVD drive to install and then everything worked as it was supposed to. I mainly used this for editing video from a gopro. The software has done everything I needed. I also started trying to edit photos since the software was available but Ill need to take some tutorials to get the most out of the features.

Im not a professional and never edit - so I will probably have to update this review. But frankly, Im lost. I have figured some out and love what I have discovered!!! I managed to download the program. The disk did not work with my laptop- but it comes with directions if that happens. It took about 5 to 6 hours to figure that out. I finally got it!!! I was able to cut my daughter and her fiance out of a picture and do a background. I love that feature. You can edit it in detail. Im thinking the features would be best with a green screen. I again, am learning. I will be taking my daughters maternity pictures- so I hope to master it by next month! I gave it 5 stars because from what Ive learned to do- it is amazing! I cant fault the product because I am technology ignorant. I hope my review is helpful. This product would be great for someone who knows what they are doing or can learn how to use the program!