Squash is a macOS app for editing images in bulk (large numbers). The app offers functions such as converting, reducing, compressing, water brands and removing metadata. In addition, the app also has filters and effects that can be applied.
With the squash app you can, for example, adjust the size of a series of photos with a few clicks and provide them with a watermark. The app is part of SetApp.
How does squash work?
Squash is equipped with a large number of functions that you can use to adjust a single or whole series of photos. You can drag the photos on which you want to make the adjustments directly in the app window.
The most important functions of squash
Batch processing: Convert, reduce and comprimate multiple images at the same time with one click.
Conversion format: Convert images between different sizes, including converting iPhone Heic files to more compatible formats.
Water marks: Add text and image water brands to your photos, with support for layered water brands.
Filters and adjustments: Apply filters and improve images with adjustments such as sharpening, liveliness and sepia effects.
Metadata adaptation: Remove personal location data from photos or edit other metadata.
Change file names: Renomize multiple files at the same time for simple organization.
Custom presets: Make use of presets for reusable operations.
Support for a large number of file formats
Squash works without problems with the file formats Heic, PSD, AI, SVG, JPG, PNG, TIFF, RAW, DNG and GIF.
These file formats can be converted by the app to the JPG, PNG, TIFF, Webp or the AVIF format. When exporting PNG files you have the option to compress them with different compression methods.
The app also offers the possibility to remove metadata from an image. The GPS location and camera model Data can be removed from the file.
Squash 3 purchase
A license for Squash 3 costs € 16.45 for an annual license. You can find more information on the developer’s website: realmacsoftware.com/squash/
Squash 3 also available in SetApp
A cheaper alternative to use the Squash 3 is a software subscription service via SetApp where you have access to more than 230 macOS apps for a fixed amount per month, you can also try this service for free.
