How do I convert multiple NEF files to PSD?

The quick and simple way to handle your files is to get a quality piece of software, such as reaConverter. This software is extremely efficient in managing a wide range of batch conversions. As you will soon realize, reaConverter will help you avoid spending countless hours trying to figure out how to convert multiple NEF files as once.

At the same time, it will allow you to apply a wide range of image editing options during conversion.

Download and Install reaConverter

reaConverter is quick to download, install and launch, and you don't need to be an IT specialist in order to understand in a few minutes how it operates.

Install reaConverter

Load NEF Files

Start reaConverter and load all the .nef files you intend to convert into .psd because, as opposed to most free online converters, reaConverter supports batch conversion. So you can save the time and energy you would lose with doing repetitive operations.

Select NEFs from a folder or by drag-and-dropping them directly into the reaConverter window.

Choose Output Folder

Go to the Saving options tab and decide where you want to save new .psd files. You can also spend a few more moments to apply additional editing to the images prepared for conversion.

Select PSD as Output Format

Then pick the PSD as output format. To help you do this, a series of buttons is conveniently placed at the bottom of the reaConverter window, so you can simply press on the one you need or click + Plus button to add new options.

Then simply press the Start button and your conversion will begin in no time!

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Online NEF to PSD converter

reaConverter is a great software for efficiently managing a large amount of files, on a frequent basis. However, if you are planning to convert only a few NEF files and only once in a while, then you can also try reaConverter Online.

Command-line interface

Advanced users can convert NEF to PSD via command-line interface in manual or automated mode. You are welcome to contact our technical support when you have any questions about reaConverter.

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NEF FILE FORMAT

NEF represents the extension typically associated with RAW images taken with Nikon cameras. Most professional photographers... See more shoot in RAW mode because this allows them to make a series of adjustments during post-processing, including noise removal, white balance or the correction of under/overexposure without reducing the image quality. As opposed to JPEG or other compressed formats, which include predefined values for aspects such as white balance or brightness and color depth, RAW images allow the photographer more freedom in shaping how the final image will actually look.

PSD FILE FORMAT

PSD is the default format for handling images using Adobe Photoshop and it represents a layered image file. PSDs allow later editing of available layers,... See more including transparency, masks, alpha channels and texts, among others. After applying all desired editing, PSD files can be saved in Photoshop under more easily recognizable formats, such as JPEG or PNG, which are also smaller in size but flatten the image and hence do not allow later editing of layers.

CONVERT NEF TO PSD ONLINE

If you are looking to convert just a few NEF files, check our free online conversion service.

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